Danny Key

Former East Central University golf coach Danny Key passed away, Monday, March 30 at the age of 67.

Key was a 1974 graduate of ECU, who had a career in the energy industry in Houston, Texas before coming home to Ada to work with the Chickasaw Nation. He served the nation for 11 years as an administrator for areas including realty, insurance, procurement, facilities, safety and security. Key was also involved in starting the Chickasaw Nation junior golf program, which has been running for over 20 years.

He first started playing golf in 1972, while a student at ECU, and was actively involved in the area throughout his life. He was a member of the board of directors at Oak Hills Country Club in Ada, serving as board president for two years, vice president for two years and chairman of the greens committee for three years.

A native of Antlers, Okla., Key graduated from Madill High School in 1970 where he starred in football, basketball and track & field. In 1974, he received his bachelor’s degree in health and physical education from ECU, where he lettered in track & field. While at ECU, he was also involved in student activities and organizations, including the Student Senate, Circle K and the ECU yearbook and Journal staffs. Key is survived by his sons Chad (Charity) and Kyle

Key is survived by his sons Chad (Charity) and Kyle (Tara); step-daughters Megan Bisacca, Jordan Ketcher and Jessica Scott; siblings Sheilla Brashier (Brian), Randy (Karen) and Ted (Debbie); grandchildren Ella and Matthew Key and Teagan Lampkin; and many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Ann Key.

The family had a private graveside service. A memorial service will be held at a later date.