Joseph Paul Keefer, 47, of Mercersburg, passed away from an accident on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Born July 14, 1979 in Waynesboro, PA, he was a son of Paul Keefer Jr. and Julie Ott Keefer.
Joseph began working at Whitetail Ski Resort and Romeos Restaurant while attending James Buchanan High School. He graduated with the class of 1997. Over the years, Joseph lived in Ohio, Florida, Colorado, and other places before coming back to Mercersburg.
He always loved music, playing the bass guitar, and working on his car. He loved Honda vehicles, improving his car stereo systems, and collecting tools. Joseph was last employed at the Tractor Supply Distribution Center as an Inventory Supervisor.
Joseph is survived by his parents, Paul and Julie Keefer, and his brother, Jeffrey Keefer. He is survived by 2 uncles, Phil Ott and Richard Keefer, and 3 aunts, Judy Murray, Susan Rockwell, and Nancy Buterbaugh.
Joseph was preceded in death by his Aunt Linda Deshong, and Uncle Charles Keefer.
A viewing will be 6 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Fries Funeral Home, in Mercersburg, PA.
Arrangements by Fries Funeral Home Inc, Mercersburg, PA.
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