Donald Edward Keiner

Donald Edward Keiner obituary, Berwick, PA

Donald Edward Keiner

Donald Keiner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Mayo Funeral Home, Inc. - Shickshinny on Jun. 5, 2025.

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Donald Edward Keiner, 89, of Shickshinny, PA died on June 1, 2025 at the Birchwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Nanticoke.
Born April 14, 1936, in Shickshinny, PA, he was the son of the late Doyle and Margaret (Danko) Keiner.
Donald was a 1955 graduate of Shickshinny High School and worked as a mechanic at the Weis Potato Chip factory, Berwick.
On January 11, 1958 he married the former Carol Brobst, together they celebrated 67 years of marriage.
Donald was a member of the Church of Ascension, Mocanaqua.
He was a member of the Mocanaqua Sportsman's Club.
Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents is his wife Carol who died May 27, 2025.
Surviving, are his two daughters: Karen Yatsko and her husband Christopher and Kathy Perlis and her husband Mark all of Shickshinny; three grandsons; one granddaughter and three great grandchildren.
A graveside service, as per Donald's wishes, will be held at the Pine Hill Cemetery, Shickshinny at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Mayo Funeral Home, Inc., Shickshinny.
For additional information or to send online condolences, please visit www.mayofh.com.
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