Dr. Keith J. Abercrombie, Age: 81
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Nov 28, 1941---Sep 03, 2023

Dr. Keith J. Abercrombie of Overland Park, KS passed away peacefully at the age of 81 following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's Disease. 

Keith was born on November 28, 1941, in Kansas City, KS.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred L. Watson; stepfather, Wilton W. Watson; and brother, Everett Abercrombie.  He is survived by his daughter, Ann Abercrombie (Genny Nicholas) of Kansas City, MO; his nephews, Allen, James and John Abercrombie; his aunt, Doris Wilson; and many cousins. 

Keith graduated from Bishop Ward High School in 1959, serving as class President and earning numerous scholastic honors and athletic letters in football and baseball.  He attended the University of Kansas and was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity.  He played baseball at KU as their catcher, sporting a team leading .345 batting average.  He also played baseball in the Ban Johnson league for several years.  After graduating from KU in 1963, Keith then went on to attend medical school at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, graduating in 1967.  He was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society.  He served his internship at Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona.  He then completed a one-year General Surgery residency at UCLA. He returned to the University of Kansas School of Medicine where he completed a residency in Urology.  He was a member of the Naval Reserves. 

He enjoyed a successful Urology practice in Kansas City for over 40 years.  He also traveled weekly to surrounding areas in Missouri for many years, offering specialized Urology care to underserved communities.   

He was a long-time member of Indian Hills Country Club. 

Throughout his lifetime, Keith enjoyed many sports, particularly golf, as a competitive athlete and spectator.  He also loved to travel and was fortunate to see many beautiful places throughout the world with family and many friends.  He was an avid card player, whether it was canasta, poker, gin rummy or bridge.  Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with family and his many long-time friends. 

Keith’s family attended a private funeral mass and burial.  Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's and Dementia Research at the University of Kansas Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.


Condolences

Jerry kaplan Sep 10, 2023

Friend ,Prairie village ,Kansas

Our condolences for your loss Anne. Joy and I had many years of friendship with your parents. We fondly remember traveling, playing bridge and dining out over the last 50 years. I played golf golf with Keith during this same time frame. He was a man to admire, smart, talented , funny and kind. I miss him now as I have the last few years.

Alan Potts Sep 11, 2023

Friend ,Prairie Village ,Kansas

Spent many rounds of golf with Keith at IHCC. Also several vacations. Just hope Keith has found a golf course in heaven!

Stephanie Boin Sep 12, 2023

Former outreach nurse ,Appleton City ,Missouri

I’m saddened to hear of Dr Abercrombie’s passing. We worked together at Ellett Memorial in Appleton City and Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler in out reach clinics for more years than I’d like to admit! He was a great doctor to work with and he took care of my own family as well. As a MU fan we always had friendly banter over his Jaybirds :). As a nurse I hated if a patient got him started on golf because I would have to remind him he had other patients to see! He was a good guy and I enjoyed my years of working with him, he taught me a lot about urology. May he rest in peace prayers of comfort to his family

Bill, Cindy and Travis Scott Sep 12, 2023

We are very sorry for your loss Ann. As you know, Cindy and I enjoyed many years of great times together with your parents. I will always remember Keith's since of humor and the back and forth jokes we played with each other including some humor with you Ann. We know the past few years have been difficult but the fond memories will be cherished forever. All our love, Bill, Cindy and Travis

Jim Sanders Mar 24, 2024

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

I just now learned that Keith passed away! I am so, so sorry for your loss! Keith and his brother, Everett and I went to St Anthony’s grade school and Ward High school together. Although going separate ways after College, we kept in touch whenever his brother, Everett came through Kansas City, thanks to Keith! What a great guy Keith was! I will miss him. He was one of the smartest persons I ever had the privilege of knowing! Again, my sincere condolences!