Jerald Lee Keister, 86, of Romney, WV passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Willow Tree Healthcare Center, Charles Town, WV.

Born on March 8, 1936 in Romney, WV, he was the son of the late Edwin Keister and Elsie (Linthicum) Keister.

He was a graduate of Romney High School class of 1954 and served in the U.S. Air Force. He worked at Bethlehem Steel in Sparrows Point, Maryland as an electrician. He loved to travel to Myrtle Beach during the summer with his family. Jerry loved to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and dogs.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Patricia (McBride) Keister. Robert Keister (late son)

Connie Keister daughter of Dundalk, MD ; Dave Bunk son in law of Dundalk, MD ; Amanda Loy granddaughter of Dundalk, MD ; Erik Smetana grandson of Red Lion, PA;

Jaime Smetana granddaughter in law of Red Lion, PA; Kyle Barton great grandson of Dundalk, MD;  Jaxen Smetana great grandson of Red Lion, PA; Palmer Smetana great granddaughter of Red Lion, PA.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at the McKee Funeral Home 115 E. Birch Lane Romney, WV from 5-7 P.M.  A Celebration of Life will begin at 7:00 P.M. with Pastor Robert Jeffreys officiating.

All arrangements are being handled by the McKee Funeral Home of Romney, WV.