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Theodore Ira Keyser

Laguna Hills, California

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Keyser Theodore Ira Theodore Ira Keyser, affectionately known as "Coach Keyser" or "TK," passed away peacefully at home in Irvine, CA, on March 17, 2025, at the age of 97. Born in Philadelphia on March 13, 1928, to Margaret and Ira Keyser, Ted was raised alongside his sister, Marjorie. A talented...

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The outstanding leadership, work ethic, integrity and positive example of Coach Keyser at Haverford High School, prepared me for a 40-year military career serving in the United States Navy. I "salute" Coach Keyser for always setting the pace with high standards of excellence for everyone to follow. Fair Winds and Following Seas.

What a lovely tribute to a special man. RIP, Coach.

Mr Keyser left a lasting impression on my son during his time in the HAVERFORD TWP SCHOOL DISTRICT. He (Mr K) holds the all time UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS IRON CROSS RECORD to this day. From 1953 to now is 72 years! Rest in peace LEATHERNECK.

Coach Keyser was one of the most influential people in my life. I loved him. He was a disciplinarian, a teacher, and a great motivator. Most importantly, he was loyal to those of us who were his players, and he looked out for us in and outside of school. I think of him often, and I am beyond grateful that he was my coach,

Coach used to let me run gym class . He was an awesome coach loved playing soccer for him. RIP COACH

I had the privilege of playing volleyball under coach Ted Keyser from 1966-1968. He was a very positive influence in my developing life as he taught me how to learn things the right way.

Thank you TK!

He was my golf coach in the mid-60´s and also got me into volleyball. A very kind sweet and successful man

Mr. Keyser was my soccer and volleyball coach at Haverford High. Somewhat less than fond of heading drills during soccer practice. Fond of being on the volleyball team during its first two years of existence going to Districts in 1963 and States in 1964.

My condolences to everyone. TK was a great guy to have as a teacher in high school in driver's ed as well as gym class. I have memories of him that are only good. One thing I did not see in the obituary is that he held some kind of record in the iron cross on the gymnastics rings. I remember taking a turn a little too fast into a parking lot of a 7-Eleven or Wawa. His soda can tipped. He just said "take it easy there Johnny". Very calmly and smiling. I graduated in 1974 and I believe that's...