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Jim Keifer Obituary

passed away after a valiant struggle with pancreatic cancer on September 2, 2011, in his home surrounded by his beloved wife, children and grandchild. Jim was born July 22, 1942 in Huntington Park, Ca. to Tom Paul Keifer and Ova Lea Keifer who preceded him in heaven. Jim married Deborah (Howell) on May 6, 1972 and together they raised their 5 children: Melinda Boyer, Randall Keifer, Rick Keifer (Denise), Ken Keifer (Rebecca) and Stephen Keifer (Karen). Jim is also survived by grandchildren Brandon Silva, Lauren West, Kayla Keifer, Christopher Russell, Megan Keifer and Cameron Keifer, as well as great grandchildren Matthew, Landon and Natasha Rose Silva. Jim graduated from Glendora High School in the class of 1960, and proceeded to enlist in the Marine Corps in which he served in active duty for 4 years. Jim started his career in finance and real estate management with Beneficial Corporation in 1965, retiring in 1992, at which time he joined wife Deborah as co-owner and CFO of Somerset Escrow Inc. in Upland. Jim's favorite activities were golfing, traveling and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed sharing his life with friends.Jim's beautiful smile, loving nature, and companionship will be forever missed. Services are planned for 1:00 p.m. Thursday September 8th at Oakdale Memorial Park, 1401 S. Grand Avenue, Glendora, Ca. In lieu of flowers Jim would be very proud of donations made in his memory to The Robert and Beverly Lewis Family Cancer Care Center Fund, 1910 Royalty Drive, Pomona, Ca, 91767.

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Published by Daily Bulletin on Sep. 7, 2011.

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September 14, 2011

Deb and family. I just heard about Jim and I am so very sorry for your loss. Ron loved Jim so much and I have such wonderful memories of the four of us.
Melody Boyer
Huntington Bch, Ca.

September 12, 2011

Debbie, Iam sosorry I missed Jim's service. I did not hear of his passing until late on 9/8.
Our best wishes for you and your family. I know there is a big hole in your family now but love and rememberances will help fill it back up.
With Love
Judy & Rick Ferguson

September 9, 2011

debbie and family so sorry for your loss

ted lach and family

Jim and Carole Anthony

September 8, 2011

Dear Debbie and Family. We are in Canada and just heard the news of Jim's passing. What great times we had as neighbor's in Claremont and later through the years. Jim's presence was hard to miss when he entered the room and we will always remember his thunderous laugh. We are deeply saddened and our thoughts are with you.

Barry Van Stockum

September 8, 2011

Debbie and Family,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Jimmy's passing. Know he will be in our prayers and in our thoughts always, for he was a very special person to us.
Alice and Barry Van Stockum

Barry Van Stockum

September 8, 2011

Debbie, and family,
We are saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. Please know we are with you in your sorrow and loss.
Alice and Barry Van Stockum

September 8, 2011

Debbie, and family,
We are saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. Please know we are with you in your sorrow and loss.
Alice and Barry Van Stockum

Marine - Semper Fi

Rick Keifer

September 7, 2011

Dad and mom at my brother Kens Wedding

Rick Keifer

September 7, 2011

This is my dad as I will always remember him.

Rick Keifer

September 7, 2011

Ken & Larita Gilstrap

September 7, 2011

Debbie and Family,
I first met Jim in the second grade. From there we went on to graduate from Glendora Hight School in 1960. Since graduation our paths have crossed many times. Jim was always the life of the party and we enjoyed many gatherings together. Our prayers are with Debbie and the family.
God bless Jim, and grant him eternal peace.

Shannon Jory Van Stockum

September 7, 2011

Jim Was a big part of my life while I was growing up. I have missed him the last several years, and was very sad to hear of your loss. I will never forget his smile and booming laughter, and the happy times he brought my family and I. He will truly be missed!
Our Love and support to you Debbie, and your family, I know he will be deeply missed!

Bev Renner

September 7, 2011

Debbie and Family, my prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow and loss. Remember the good times, they will comfort you.

Sonda & Doug Lupo

September 6, 2011

There will be one less bright light at our class reunions from now on...Our deepest condolences to his family. RIP Jimmy

Beulah Stidham

September 6, 2011

So sorry for your loss. I pray that the many happy memories you've shared will bring you comfort
My prayers are with you and your family

Tim/Liz Egan

September 6, 2011

Debbie, we will miss that smile and good humor of Jim at meetings he/you attended. You are in our thoughts & prayers during this time.

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