Harry Edward Keifer

KEIFER, Harry Edward, age 90, passed away September 21, 2024. 

Harry was born June 29, 1934, to the late Philip and Grace (nee Williard) Keifer. He attended Fairmont High School, graduating in 1952. Harry played football, basketball, and baseball, leading to his induction in the Fairmont Athletic Hall of Fame. After high school, Harry completed a four-year tool and die apprenticeship, and then proudly served in the U.S. Army for four years. His career path encompassed 40 years in the tool and die industry, including owning his own company. He found joy in the outdoors, sailing on his boat, or camping with his family in Houston Woods and Brown County. Harry liked to work with his hands and spent time restoring his ’68 Camero. He instilled his love for athletics into his children, coaching their various sports teams. Harry was a devoted family man who loved nothing more than to surround himself with those he loved, helping wherever he could. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. 

Along with his parents, Harry is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Keifer; daughter, Christy Ruffner; and brother, Raymond Keifer. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Monica (Rob) Saxton, Lisa (Grant) Chambers, and Scott (Cynthia) Keifer; grandchildren, Kyle (Emily), Bret (Allison), Keifer, Troy, Levi, Sarah, and Ryan; great-grandchildren, Henry, Leo, and Cecilia; sister, Barbara Midgley, and brother, Steve Keifer. 

A Celebration of Life visitation will be held Saturday, October 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm at Routsong Funeral Home, 2100 E. Stroop Rd.