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.

	1. 15-09-2008 07:06
	Whitney    I am very sorry for the passing of your father. If you need anything, please let me know.    Donna

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	2. 15-09-2008 07:16
	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

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	3. 15-09-2008 07:19
	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

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	4. 15-09-2008 07:20
	Whitney,    I am so sorry to hear about your father. You and your family will be in our prayers.  JD

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	5. 15-09-2008 07:55
	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

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	6. 15-09-2008 08:57
	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

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	7. 15-09-2008 09:11
	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.

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	8. 15-09-2008 09:26
	Jim and Clara, so sorry to hear of your loss.Your whole family is in our prayers.

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	9. 15-09-2008 09:34
	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

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	10. 15-09-2008 09:51
	To the Keister family,    I was sorry to learn of your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Paul Keppel