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Jerry Keifer Obituary

KEIFER Jerry Keifer, age 75, of Gahanna, formerly of Westerville, passed away at his home in Gahanna on Thursday, February 18, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Judith McCoy. Jerry was born in Chicago, Illinois, on November 3, 1934, to Frances J. and C. Dale Keifer. The family moved to Dayton, Ohio, where Jerry attended public schools, graduated from Fairmont High School and attended the University of Dayton. He joined the Army, spending two years overseas stationed in France. He returned to Dayton and worked for NCR then moved to Dallas, Texas, where he was a graphic designer at Texas Instruments. It was there that he met and married the former Dana Sauer. After several years in Dallas, they moved to Dayton where Jerry began working for Honeywell, Inc.. In his 32 years with Honeywell, he served as Account Executive, Regional Automation Specialist, Sales Manager and Branch Manager in Dayton, Cincinnati, Philadelphia and Columbus. Jerry is survived by his wife, Dana; two sons, Jeff and his wife Laurie and Greg and his wife Laurie; five grandsons, Kyle, Matthew, Haiden, Reed and Maddox, all of Gahanna and Westerville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests, for those who wish, that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society 870 Michigan Ave. Columbus, OH 43215, the Alzheimer's Association 3380 Tremont Rd., Columbus, OH 43221 or the organization of their choice. The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to Heartland Hospice for their care, compassion and support. A memorial service will be held at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 East Schrock Road, Westerville, on Thursday, February 25 at 3 p.m. with visitation one hour prior to service.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 20 to Feb. 21, 2010.

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Mike and Debi Wasylik

March 20, 2010

Dana:
We are very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

February 27, 2010

Dear Keifer Family,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Samantha (Gilliland) Sabo & Family

don and Sam alvarado

February 26, 2010

Dana, Greg and family. Don and I are so sorry to learn about your loss. We will always remember Jerry as an outstanding father and husband. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Don and Sam Alvarado

Joel Irvine

February 23, 2010

Dana, Greg and Jeff
I'm so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Not only did I luck out having Greg as my college roommate @ Toledo but meeting Jerry over those years was special. You could always talk to Jerry about anything and he would give you his honest opinion. He was so proud of his family and he just loved being around the ballfield watching his son excel at the game.
Being a Canadian and far from home, I will always remember how Jerry and Dana opened their home in Westerville for me every American Thanksgiving and treated me like their very own. I think back on those times with a big smile.
I'm sure your memories of Jerry will be a big source of comfort to you. I hope you know that there are many people thinking of you at this time.

February 23, 2010

Jeff,Greg and family,
Sorry for your loss. Your families will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Judd Patterson and family

February 23, 2010

Dana and family. Sorry about your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Mike Hatzo

Mindy Westfall

February 22, 2010

Dana and Family,
So sorry to hear about Jerry. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Mindy Westfall and Family

Mike Tussey

February 22, 2010

Dana,
My prayers are with you and your family. Although I only met Jerry on a couple of occassions, I remember how your face lit up when you spoke of him. Both of you were so lucky to have had your time together.

Frank and Becky Felker

February 22, 2010

Dana and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time and in the days to come.
May God bless.

Tony Rudd

February 22, 2010

Dana, I was so sad to hear of Jerry's passing. Please know that we are thinking about you and your family and our prayers are with you. I hope it gives you some comfort knowing that you have many friends and family that you can lean on during your time of loss. God bless. Tony Rudd & Family

Sharon West

February 21, 2010

Dana and family,
So very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing, You have been in the thoughts and prayers of many people, and now we turn our thoughts to suport and our prayers for strength and comfort during this time of loss. Dana, please do not hesitate to ask if there is anything at all you need. Everyone deals with loss in their own way, but please know if you need a shoulder or need to talk, I, as well as many of your friends at the PD are here for you. May God Bless and comfort you during this time and in the days to come.

Loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family family.

February 21, 2010

Dana, Jeff, and Greg. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. It was an honor to have known Jerry and always appreciated his input and support for baseball. Everytime I see the hand carved Warrior Country sign he made for me after the 1986 season I think of how much he loved baseball and how much he loved watching his sons play. Hold on to all your great memories of Jerry.
Coach Haeg and Phyllis

February 21, 2010

Dear Dana, Jeff & Greg,

I am so sad to hear about Jerry. He will be missed. You and your family are all in my prayers. Kurt, A.J., and Cindy send their love and prayers, too.

Love,
Karyn Johnson and Family

February 21, 2010

Jeff, Laurie and boys,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.
Rodger and Casie Elander

Loralee Miller

February 21, 2010

Greg and Laurie, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I'll be praying God's comfort and strength for you and your family.

February 20, 2010

Dear Mrs. Keifer and Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your husband, Jerry. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country.

Sincerely and God Bless,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, OH

Larry and Karen Bardash

February 20, 2010

Dana,Jeff and Greg, so sorry to hear about your husband and the boy' dad. Have not seen you for some time ,but remember lots of good times in Twelve Trees. We are in FL. till May but have all of you in our prayers. Larry and Karen Bardash

February 20, 2010

You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Bonnie, Jon, Jakob & Gracie West

Bill & Kim Miller

February 20, 2010

Keif, So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

February 20, 2010

Greg and Laurie, I just heard from Teresa that your father recently died. I will keep all of you in my prayers as I know how sad it is to lose a beloved family member. Aunt Barbara Maloney

Amy Meyers

February 20, 2010

Laurie and Greg, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Amy and Stuart Meyers and family

February 20, 2010

Laurie and Greg, sorry about the loss of your father. Our prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Nancy and Ed Gutman

February 20, 2010

Jeff and family:
Condolences and prayers to you and your family in this time of loss. Special blessings to remain strong, in support of your mother and the grandsons.
Todd Skipton and family

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