Keith William Ganis, 48, of Crofton, MD passed away on February 18, 2014. He was born May 20, 1965 in Cheverly, MD and was the son of William Lonzo "Lon" and Gail Mildred Ganis of Odenton, MD.

Keith most enjoyed spending time with his family and all things related to Star Trek. He was a computer software engineer employed by Raytheon for the last 14 years. Keith always wanted to help others so he became a registered donor. As a result, two people received a new kidney and many medical research projects will be able to continue their studies.

In addition to his parents, Keith is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Pamela Thomas Ganis; son, Joshua Thomas Ganis; daughter, Claire Perrie Ganis; sister, Suzanne Gail Ganis; in-laws, Patricia "Pat" and James "Jim" Thomas and Michelle Bowie; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of other family members and friends.

The family will receive friends for a Memorial Gathering on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, followed by a Memorial Service beginning at 1:00 PM, at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 17400 Aquasco Road, Brandywine, MD 20613. Rev. Marianne Christofferson will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Keith's name to the American Heart Association at: https://donate.heart.org.

Arrangements are being handled by Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622.