James Edward "Jim" Keister Jr., 52, of Weyers Cave, passed away Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, at Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville. Mr. Keister was born June 24, 1956, in Harrisonburg, and was a son of James Edward Sr. and Clara Pearce Keister.

Jim was a lifetime resident of the area and graduated from Harrisonburg High School. He was a member of St. Stephens United Church of Christ in Harrisonburg and was employed by Atkins Automotive as a salesman for Napa Auto Parts for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and attending ball games, especially his nephews' sporting events.

Surviving in addition to his parents, are two daughters, Ashleigh Ryan Keister and Jessica "Whitney" Keister, both of Harrisonburg; two brothers, Joseph Pearce "Joe" Keister, and Jack Douglas Keister and wife, Andra, all of Harrisonburg; one sister, Tina Marie Keeler and husband, Mark, of Leonardtown, Md.; two nephews, Pearce Keister and Matthew Keeler, and one niece, Lauren Keeler. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Ola Keister and Douglas and Betty Ruth Pearce.

A memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008, at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Harrisonburg. The family will receive friends this evening (Monday) at the funeral home from 6:30 to 8 p.m. A private burial will occur at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rockingham County Recreation Department, P.O. Box 1252, Harrisonburg, VA 22803.

Condolences may be sent at www.kygers.com.

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Whitney I am very sorry for the passing of your father. If you need anything, please let me know. Donna Donna Crumpton 2008-09-15 05:06:11

Whitney, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please give my condolences to your family. If you need anything at all, please let me know. I\'m a good listener. Brenda Brenda Seifried 2008-09-15 05:16:15

Jim was more than one of our vendors. He was a long-time friend of ours! Just his smile would bring a shimmer of joy to your heart. Jim always had good, positive comments for you, right when you needed them. If you were stuck, or in a jam, Jim was the man to get the job done, or get the right part. He was a great man, funny, and inspiring. We are still in extreme shock. We love you Jim and we will miss you terribly. Our Tuesdays will never be the same without you. Rest peacefully and know that we love you dearly! Jerry & Christina Rose Jerry & Christina Rose 2008-09-15 05:19:23

Whitney, I am so sorry to hear about your father. You and your family will be in our prayers. JD John Hulvey 2008-09-15 05:20:30

To the entire Keister Family Iam so sorry for you loss. Little Jim was great to work with and always had a good smile. May prayers help heal the loss Eric Baker 2008-09-15 05:55:53

Ashleigh and Whitney, I have you both in my prayers during this difficult time. I am here for you if you need me. I love you both! Adele Adele 2008-09-15 06:57:11

Jim and Clara, Jack and family, Joe, Tina and family, Ashleigh and Jessica, Nephews and niece and entire Family I want to say I am really sorry for your Loss of a great Man. I know you will miss him, but just remember how many lives he touched and helped. We will all miss him. If I can do anything to help you please let me know. Don Cook 2008-09-15 07:11:16

Jim and Clara, so sorry to hear of your loss.Your whole family is in our prayers. ROB FRANK 2008-09-15 07:26:08

Ashleigh and Whitney, So very sorry to hear about your Dad. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time and you will be in our prayers. Sue Sue Hurst 2008-09-15 07:34:43

To the Keister family, I was sorry to learn of your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Paul Keppel 2008-09-15 07:51:03

Saddened to hear about the loss of Jim. We will be thinking of your family in your time of sorrow, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Garland and Cindy Beam 2008-09-15 08:15:42

ashley and whitney we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad may God give you strength during this hard time amy and john payne 2008-09-15 08:30:03

So sorry to hear of the loss of Jim, We are thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Gerry and Carolyn Beam 2008-09-15 08:30:22

We are struck with sudden sorrow for your loss. Memories of the early days on South Mason Street bring back fond memories. We will you all well. Betty Anne Lambert Barry Lambert The Lambert Family 2008-09-15 09:11:14

Ashleigh and family~ We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Please know we are thinking of you! Gretchen and Chris Mickley The Mickley family 2008-09-15 09:56:12

Whitney, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if you need anything. I will be thinking about you and your family. ~Amanda Amanda Brown 2008-09-15 10:14:07

We are sorry about you\'re loss, Jim was a great guy!! Regina Truxell and Family 2008-09-15 10:56:31

Ashleigh, Whitney, & Family We are so sorry for the loss of your father! If you need anything we are always here for you! Love you both! Amy, Mark, Beth, Naomi, & Kail 2008-09-15 11:20:00

Our prayers go out to the Keister family on their loss. Little Jim was a great person to know. I had the opportunity to work with him years ago and he was a such a joy to be around. We also live in Weyers Cave and we would run into each other alot and he always had that big smile on his face. We will miss him, and the world has lost a wonderful person. I hope we can all find comfort in knowing we will see him again. Amy and Wayne Donovan 2008-09-15 11:23:36

To All the Keister Family: It was with sadness that we learned of Jim's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie Bill and Judy Warren Charles and Judy Warren 2008-09-15 11:45:09

Keister family you're in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry for the loss of Jim... He will be greatly missed. Carrie Atkins 2008-09-15 11:53:00

To the Keister Family: All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Jim and I worked together for 19 years and became really good friends. He was really a great guy. He will be greatly missed. Frankie Simmons 2008-09-15 12:00:28

ASHLEIGH & WHITNEY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD.I KNOW THIS WILL BE A GREAT LOSS TO BOTH OF YOU. I WILL KEEP YOU BOTH IN MY PRAYERS. JUST KNOW THAT ONE DAY YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SEE HIM AGAIN. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELVES AND BE STRONG. KAREN & DAVID NAPIER 2008-09-15 12:02:36

To the Keister Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Jim, and will miss him tremendously. Jim always had a smile on his face, and was a high spirited person. I will miss talking with him, and seeing his smile. I'm so sorry for your loss. Crystal Baldwin 2008-09-15 12:09:14

A friend and good fellow to work with. I will miss him and his laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. Alan Homes 2008-09-15 12:16:14

Whitney, I am so sorry to hear about your father. My heart goes out to you and your family. Kyra Kyra Shiflet 2008-09-15 12:41:02

So sorry to here about jim, my thoughts and players go out to the family. He will be missed. Eddie Grattan 2008-09-15 12:49:45

Ashleigh and Whitney, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so very sorry to hear about your Dad. Love, Kristen & Michael Kristen (Hurst) Gregory 2008-09-15 13:56:38

To the entire Kiester Family: Sorry to hear about Jim. While I haven't spoken to him directly for years I have communicated through Jack with him. It is hard to loose a fishing buddy even though you haven't seen him for a while. Steve Long 2008-09-15 14:16:02

to the family , both blood and work, I am deeply sorrowed by the news of Jim's passing he was a fine man and a asset to the community ... I enjoyed the times that Jim & I had together, There is but another hole in the fabric of our community. "Who's gonna fill their shoes?" Keith Willis 2008-09-15 18:50:57

Sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. From all of us at Hershey Tire 2008-09-15 19:52:20

I have worked with Jim since he was associated with NAPA and will miss him and his friendship. He was ALWAYS happy to see and talk to you and impart his broad part/business knowledge. My thoughts go out to his family and parents. Know that he was a valuable member of our industry and will be long remembered. I will miss his phone calls----- Phil Young-NAPA REP 2008-09-16 07:22:24

Dear Tina and Mark, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this time of sadness. As always, we are here for you. Kris & Diane Busch 2008-09-16 09:07:21

Ashleigh, so sorry to learn of your father\'s passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Brenda Morris/Darden EE Brenda Morris 2008-09-16 09:16:09

Jim's girls: I had the honor of both working with Jim at Atkins Automotive and later being one of his customers. He always had some "Daddy" stories to tell me about his girls. I'm so sorry for not only your loss, but for the sorrow everyone that knew Jim must feel. He was not just a co-worker and then a "salesman" to me but a very good friend. Don Meyers 2008-09-16 17:17:28

Whitney - I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. Carolyn Strong 2008-09-17 09:14:27

Jim will be greatly missed! He was a very kind man, and left this world way too soon! Jennifer Click 2008-09-18 09:02:20

Our heart goes out to the family. I just today found out about Jim's passing away. Ashleigh and Whitney our prayers are with you. My God Bless each one of you. Penny & Jerry Pruden 2008-09-22 15:17:56

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