Kenea Keith Diggs, Sr.

Mr. Kenea Keith Diggs Sr., 69, of Frederick, MD went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2026 peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born January 25, 1957, in Frederick, MD to the late Ruby Ida Smith-Diggs and Clarence Albert Diggs.

Kenea attended Frederick County Public Schools. He was employed with R&K Tree Service for 33 years. After retiring, he worked part-time in the deli at Weis, where he was known for his delicious chicken salad.

He was a die hard Buffalo Bills fan, an avid Baltimore Orioles fan & a Washington Nationals fan! He loved to listen to his music, sing & hit those high notes. He was crazy about his Oldie but Goodies and his Go-Go music. Chuck Brown was one of his favorites. Kenea’s house was the go to spot for all of the family gatherings. BK loved his family and went above and beyond for them all!

He is survived by his loving children; Kizzy Diggs, Kennea Diggs Jr (Buffy Carter), Ikea Diggs (Jimarr King), step son Donrao Bowens, and his devoted nephew Tavares Bowie who he raised as his son.

His grandchildren; Datwon, Da’Ontae, Andresia, Arion, Jada, Jaylen, and little Miss Kennedy. Greatgrands; Daeshon, Kaison, Dior, Jamilah, Armoni, Ahmir, Kailani and Dessiah.

Three sisters; Mildred Griffin, Wendy Cole (James) and Tanya Diggs. Brother; Phillip “Chuckie” Diggs (Brenda).

He leaves behind the mother of his children Frederica Bowens. His devoted nieces Anthalene “Boo” Diggs and Keyana Diggs. A devoted nephew Govine Diggs. Special friends; Alexander Chase, Earlene Smallwood, Wendy Thompson, Bruce Thompson & Bianca Mitchell. And a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

In addition to his parents Ruby & Clarence Diggs, he was preceded in death by his siblings; Charles Diggs, Katherine Ferguson, Doris Bowens, Vanessa “Robin” Diggs, Kevin “Ricky” Diggs, James Williams, & Diana Williams. His grandchildren; T’Kai & Day’Sha. Nieces; Valerie Diggs & Roxanne Dorsey-Diggs, his nephew Shayne “Torres” Johnson, his Son in law David Harris Jr, Sister in law Peggy Bowens-Diggs, Aunt; Adeline “Eyatte” Diggs and a special friend Helen Naylor.

Honorary Pallbearers

Phillip Diggs, David Bowens, Datwon Diggs, Andre Myers, Da’Ontae Diggs, Robert Griffin, Jaylen King

The family wants to give special thanks to the Georgetown University Hospital oncology team! As a family, we appreciate you all for going above & beyond when it came to our dad/pap pap.

A Visitation will be held from 4-7pm on Thursday October 29th, 2026 at Stauffer Funeral at 1621 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702.

A Service will be held the following day, Friday October 30th, at 3pm at Stauffer Funeral Home.

Following the celebration of life, family will receive friends at the Mountain City Elks Lodge 173 West All Saints Street. Frederick, MD 21701.