Thomas W. Keifer

Thomas William Keifer, aged 89, passed away peacefully December 24, 2024 at his home in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Born April 11,1935 in Philadelphia, son of Alphonse and Anna McDevitt Keifer, he was the oldest of seven children.

Tom was the devoted husband of Mary Yeoell Keifer. They celebrated 66 years of marriage. He was the loving father of Thomas Jr, Mary Joan (Kevin) Love, and Christopher. He was also the proud grandfather of Alexander, Caroline, and Scott Love. He is also survived by his sister Anne Marie, brother Richard and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Tom graduated from North Catholic High School in Philadelphia before attending Brown University and graduating from The United States Naval Academy in 1958.His USNA education and military service was a defining chapter of his life. He was a decorated Viet Nam veteran where he served with the Air Force RED HORSE Squadron building airfields at Phu Cat and Tuy Hoa.

Tom lived a life full of adventure. He travelled the globe with Mary and documented these trips with his award-winning photography. He also delighted in capturing candid images of his grandchildren and natural scenery. One of his favorite pursuits was attending Navy football games, tailgating with his classmates and their families, and cheering from the stands. He was an avid reader with an impressive collection of books. He also had a love of horticulture, both in his own home and public gardens.

His keen sense of humor, fierce determination, and steadfast love will be missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation on Saturday January 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM at DellaVecchia Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home 410 N. Church St. West Chester, PA 19380 (610.696.1181 www.DellaFH.com) followed by his Memorial Service at 11:00 AM.

Interment will be private.