“Born in Racine, Wisconsin in 1944, Keith lived a life filled with purpose, passion, and achievement. He rose from humble beginnings on a small family farm to become a remarkable man of many talents and virtues. A voracious reader and lifelong learner, Keith was a dedicated Marine, a brilliant electrical engineer, a successful intellectual property trial attorney, a published writer, a skilled carpenter, an avid sailor, and a friend to all animals great and small — especially his horse, Serene Valor, and his dogs, Shadow, Rusty, Rosie, and Hank. Above all, he was a loving husband, a devoted father, and a doting grandfather. Keith’s life embodied his core principle: never give up. His relentless dedication and steadfast determination proved that with perseverance and hard work, anything was possible. His wisdom, integrity, and strength of character made him one of the greatest men among us, and his impact will never be forgotten.”

Loved ones of Keith Nowak in his obituary