Keith Michael Baptista, 30, of New Bedford died unexpectedly on Wednesday December 25, 2013.
Born in New Bedford, he was the son of the late Brenda (Baptista) Souto.
He was a loving grandson, son, brother, uncle, and a beloved and honored father.
He was an avid baseball player.
He is survived by his grandmother, Hilda Baptista; his children, Dakohta Aaron Dias and Keith Michael Baptista, Jr.; his companion, Danisha Platt, mother of Keith, Jr.; Nicole Connolly, mother of Dakohta; his siblings, Sherri Ann Souto and James Aaron Baptista; his nieces, Katrina Souto and Mackensie Baptista; and his nephew, Jerell Souto.
Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday January 1, 2014 from 3-5 PM at the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.