In Memory of

Faculty
Jan 06, 1925 - Sep 02, 1977

Mr. McKee was the department head of the Safety Education Department in the mid-60's. He used his middle name, Downing, as his first name at Stanford University as well as at Aragon. He had a sense of humor that is confirmed by a photo found of him at Stanford dancing while wearing a hula skirt. The link is below.

In the 1963 yearbook, this quote supports his humorous reputation: "likes working around the house...dislikes students shooting off the "Bazoos" in class...warns "Come to class and keep your Bazoos closed." Editor's note: A bazoo is a mouth.

https://exhibits.stanford.edu/stanford-stories/catalog/rh088fc827

Birth 06 Jan 1925 - Bakersfield, Kern,
Death 17 May 1977 - San Mateo, San Mateo, California
Mother Sarah Gladys Downing
Father Keith Sherwood McKee

This Ancestry.com link shows Mr. McKee was a WW2 veteran. One can also see newspaper articles, but a paid membership is needed for closer viewing.

https://www.ancestry.com/search/?name=downing_mckee&event=_san+mateo-san+mateo-california-usa

Rest in peace, Mr. McKee, and thank you for your service to America and to your dedication to our safe driving education.