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Jerry F. Keba, 56
June 29, 2020
Jerry F. Keba, 56, passed away unexpectedly at his Strasburg home on Monday, June 29, 2020. He was born in Montgomery County to the late John and Mary (Gallagher) Keba. Jerry just celebrated 34 years of marriage with his wife Donna G. (Charles) Keba on June 14th.
He graduated from Warminster High School, completed his bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at Millersville University and his master’s degree in Information Technology from Penn State University. Jerry worked in information technology, travelling extensively around the world throughout his career.
In addition to his wife Donna, Jerry is survived by their son, Aaron C. Keba, and his girlfriend Isabelle Dwight of Los Angeles, CA; their daughter, Ellen M., wife of Stephen Hixson, and grandbaby to be of Strasburg; and his five siblings, Pat, wife of Jack Newby of Abbington, John Keba, husband of Shari of Agoura Hills, CA, James Keba, husband of Eileen of Langhorne, Joe Keba, husband of the late Mary of Doylestown, and Jeff Keba, husband of Cherie of Bensalem.
Jerry’s family will receive guests from 1 to 2 PM, followed by a celebration of his life at 2 PM, on Monday, July 6, 2020, at Grace Community Church, with The Rev. Mike Sigman officiating. Interment will be private. Following state guidelines, masks and social distancing will be required.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Community Church, 212 Peach Bottom Road, Willow Street, PA 17584.
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Condolences to the Family
August 04, 2020
Jerry’s death was just brought to my attention and I am really shocked, condolences to all of his family and beloved ones. I worked with him in our international environment of W.L. Gore. An always honest and dedicated, entertaining and funny guy left us way too early…miss you…Jerry.
Marcus Oppenrieder, Munich Germany
July 22, 2020
Donna, Aaron, Ellen and family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of Jerry from a mutual friend – Brian Keller. We only met a few years ago. I always enjoyed speaking with him from time to time. He certainly was the world traveler and was happy to settle down with a more local position that kept him closer to home. My prayers go out to all of you. He will be missed.
July 10, 2020
Dear Donna, Aaron and Ellen,
I have learned that, eventually, there will come a time when joy of your memories will become stronger than the sadness of your grief. Please know that we will hold you in our thoughts and prayers, until that time comes. Love,
Beth Schoelkopf for the 5 of us
July 07, 2020
Donna, Aaron, and Ellen,
I was so very sorry to hear about the passing of your husband/father. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. God Bless you. Jill Ferretti
July 07, 2020
Dear Keba Family,
I am sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. He possessed a quite determination at Wm. Tennent High School that i always admired. We lost a good one.
SCOTT ALDEN
July 07, 2020
I worked with Jerry for many years during his career at W.L. Gore. Jerry left his mark as a friend, supportive colleague, and outstanding IT associate. Jerry has a tremendous work ethic and commitment to excellence. He is truly missed!
Patty Klepitch
July 07, 2020
Dear Donna and family, Please accept my sincere condolences. I had the oppurtunity to work with Jerry at Gore on the Japan implementation project. With his warm nature Jerry has definitely left an indelible impact on the people he met. Sending your family love and prayers during this tough time.
Regards
Asha
July 06, 2020
Dear Donna and family,
I am so sorry and saddened by your loss. I pray for the peace and comfort of God to be with you all through this time.
Carolyn P. Montiel
July 06, 2020
I am so saddened to hear about the passing of Jerry. I had the opportunity to work with Jerry and travel the world at W L Gore. He taught us so much and was always willing to help us anytime night or day. He was so dedicated and loved his family. May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences. Jerry may you Rest In Peace…
Sue E Hicks
July 06, 2020
I am saddened and shocked to hear of Jerry’s passing. I worked and traveled with Jerry at W.L. Gore. He was hard working and so knowledgeable. Great guy that surely will be missed by all. May God add comfort to all the family during this time.
Terry McConathy
July 06, 2020
Donna,
Julia and I are very sad to hear about Jerry’s sudden passing. You and your family are in our prayers. Be well.
Bart Hedges
July 06, 2020
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Jerry. It is a deep shock to me. I will never forget his warm, open personality and am grateful for his encouragement. He will be missed.
Shoko Ikebe
July 06, 2020
Dear Donna and family, please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. It was my honour and great pleasure to work with Jerry over many years. He was always ready to help and support and was incredibly reliable. As I was based in Germany, our contact was usually per telephone or email, so it was always a special treat to meet up with him personally, whether in Germany, USA or Japan. He was a wonderful person with a dry and sometimes, wicked, sense of humour and a lovely smile.
Helen Moelzl
July 05, 2020
Donna and family–
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. I pray that the wonderful memories you shared can help to sustain you in the days ahead.
Pat Collins
July 05, 2020
Donna and family, I am so sad to hear of Jerry’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go though this difficult time. Jerry was a very special person who I had the privilege to work with at Gore. We worked together on many projects and he always went above and beyond in getting things done. He was my right hand man and who we all turned to for guidance and direction. He was highly respected by the team around the world and helped hundreds of associates grow and develop new skills throughout the years. He was truly one of a kind and we will all truly miss having him here with us. My heartfelt sympathies to all of you.
Pat Whitmore
July 04, 2020
Donna and family: We were so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss.
Jerry was truly a great man. As a worker with Gore, he was tenacious and tireless; never quitting until the job was done to his exacting standards. As a leader in IT, Jerry was a great listener and empathic friend. He would never solve your problem, but he would always be willing to help. As a friend, Jerry was funny, happy and simply a joy to be with. Some of my fondest memories in Gore were traveling with Jerry.
We will miss him and we share your sorrow, but we will remember him with joy and a smile on his face.
Paul and Cathryn Harjung
July 04, 2020
Dear Donna and family
Our deepest condolences on Jerry’s passing. You are in our prayers.
In sympathy,
Ellen, Anthony, Sofia and Isabella Portantino in California
Note: Ellen (Gallagher) is Jerry’s first cousin; Pat let us know this sad news.
July 04, 2020
Dear Donna and family,
Jerry has always been one of the most reliable, most trusted and well respected leader for the Gore Asia Pac IT team. He has always been the bridge to close the gaps between all regions. Through his great leadership and thoughtfulness, his ever-ready for any urgent needs round the clock 24/7, his strong and deep knowledge of our global system, his deep and sincere respect to all cultures, he has been became a great friend fondly loved by many in Asia like a family member!
Thank you for allowing us to share many wonderful times and memories with this amazing man!
Lew (Singapore)
July 04, 2020
Dear Donna, Aaron and Ellen, I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I remember such a lovely family. Hoping you can find solace in the love of each other. Lorna Long Mentzer
July 04, 2020
The news of Jerry’s passing was a shock and so sad to hear. I knew Jerry at W.L. Gore and he was such a hard working kind man. May God provide peace and comfort to the family and all of Jerry’s loved ones.
Anita Dwenger
July 03, 2020
Donna and Family,
My deepest condolences to you and the family as Jerry was taken home far too soon.
Jerry was an great colleague and I always appreciated his guidance during our trips to Japan. I’ll never forget my first trip to Japan and the airlines losing my luggage. Jerry was so kind and went out of his way to make sure I was ok and found everything I needed locally to get by for a few days. What fond memories I’ll keep forever.
Rest in peace Jerry.
Steve Stawisky
July 03, 2020
I wanted to offer my condolences to the Keba family on this sad occasion. It’s been a long road since our days at Millersville. Jerry, like so many other wonderful people was taken way too early. God’s plan for our lives is never known but, trust that He will give comfort during this difficult time. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Mark Strangeway
July 03, 2020
Jerry was a great person and a pleasure to work with at W.L. Gore & Associates. I know many feel the same way. He will be missed! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Denise Conner
July 03, 2020
Dear Keba family,
We are devastated for your loss. Jerry to many of us was such an inspiration with an incredible work ethic. We traveled the world together and his humor and love for family were always on the forefront. He mentored many associates always with a positive attitude. Your family will now have a guardian angel looking down with kindness and a smile. Our deepest regrets. He was a good man that went to soon.
Megan, Mark, Nancy, Jan (Arizona USA)
July 03, 2020
Donna… so sorry for your loss…
William Hughes
July 03, 2020
I am so very sorry Donna. May your faith bring you and your lovely family peace and comfort during this difficult time. I’ll be lifting you up with prayers to our Savior.
Karen Reen
July 03, 2020
Donna and family,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Jerry was a wonderful husband and father. He was always so kind and hospitable to me when I would come to Strasburg to visit. I will miss his great sense of humor. My deepest condolences to the entire family. Virtual hugs, Sarah Mallonga
July 03, 2020
Shocked to hear of Jerry’s passing. He was a well respected member of the Gore IT team.
I have many fond memories of working with Jerry on global projects.
He was an inspiration to many, including me.
My condolences to the family.
Homer Lindsay
July 03, 2020
Donna, I didn’t have the honor of meeting your husband, but you are a very special person, and deserved to have someone special too, so I’m sure he was wonderful. My heart goes out to you and your family. Cyber hugs.
Leslie Tabarez
July 03, 2020
Donna and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a great guy. He was a caring and likable person and we were happy to have known him. May he Rest In Peace . God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow .
Love and prayers from Ed and Debbie Godio and family ❤️🙏🏻❤️
July 03, 2020
I offer my condolences to Donna and the rest of Jerry’s family. Jerry was my first roommate at Millersville. We ran together in cross country, and we were both comp sci majors. He was a good friend. I’ll never forget his sense of humor. I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Rich Moore
July 03, 2020
Donna, so sorry to hear of the lose of your husband. My prayers are with you and your family.
Doreen Carnese Obetz
July 03, 2020
I was very shocked by Jerry’s news. I have wonderful memories with Jerry at Gore Japan Implantation.
Jerry always was good friend, he worked really hard, often too much und did a lot for all of us.
May he rest in peace.
Abdullah Bin Siddiq, Tokyo, Japan.
July 03, 2020
We were deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Mr Jerry’s passing.
Please accept my sincerest condolences. May he rest in peace.
I learned a lot of technical things from you. Thank you.
Hiroshi Yoshida
July 03, 2020
The news of Jerry’s death greatly saddened me. My heartfelt condolences.
What an amazing person! I am grateful to have had the privilege of knowing him.
Sharing your sadness..
Miguel Schöngarth
July 03, 2020
Please accept my sincere sympathy.
You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Fumiaki Miyazaki
July 03, 2020
Hi Jerry,
I’m surprised at your sudden sad news.
Your death is too young.
I am still grateful for your dedication support to Gore Japan.
Thank you very much.
I pray from Japan that your soul may rest in peace.
Manabu Idei
July 03, 2020
We are deeply sorry to hear that.
He was such a great person who successfully integrated our Japanese team with global. He was more polite and caring than the Japanese and was a great person to understand everyone’s intentions. I will respect you forever.
Please extend our deepest sympathy to his family and all of people who loves him so dearly.
Masaaki Fujimoto /Japan, W. L. Gore & Associates G.K.
July 03, 2020
We were deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Mr Jerry-san’s passing.
Please accept my sincerest condolences from far east Japan.
May he rest in peace.
I remember he and his son traveled Kagoshima Japan with smile.
Gore Japan IT Koshiro Kobayashi
July 03, 2020
It is with a big sadness that i heard this morning about this tragic news , all our condolances for this big loss , Jerry was a nice colleague well recognize by his skills in WL Gore Europe and was very appreciated by his friendship quality of work and energy to drive success , We are thinking a lot of Jerry and also his family that suffer from this lost . We are with you from the deep of our heart , Jerry will stay in our Heart forever We will miss you a lot Jerry Rest in Peace
Jean Marc Pingrenon (France)
July 03, 2020
I really couldn’t believe this sad news when I heard about it this morning, Totally shocked at your passing. I have so many wonderful memories of working with you and the support and guidance you gave, The many meetings we were involved in, and the availablity of your time. Really cannot believe this ! Taken to soon.Condolences to all your family. So Sorry! Robert Nisbet (Scotland)
July 03, 2020
We were deeply shocked and saddened by the news of Jerry-san’s passing.Please accept our sincerest condolences. We wish that he rest in peace.
Hiroshi Takahashi
July 03, 2020
Dear Donna and family, I’m very sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. A big shock and far too early. Jerry was always a great colleague, he was hard working, always thinking about his family and every time good for fun. We traveled a lot together around the world and I will never forget that he came to my wedding.
All the best from a friend in Germany
Michi
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