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Lindsay J. Keefer 1940-2026

Lindsay J. Keefer, 86, of Mercersburg, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Everett, PA.

Lindsay J. Keefer
Lindsay J. Keefer

Born August 19, 1940 in Chambersburg, PA, she was a daughter of the late Allen V. and Pauline (Strait) Ensminger. 

Lindsay graduated from James Buchanan High School in 1958, and married William D. Keefer on June 4, 1960. Over the years, she worked for S.A. Heisey Orchard, High’s Market in Mercersburg, the Borough Hall of Mercersburg, Sagner’s Daycare in McConnellsburg, and the Bon-Ton in Hagerstown, MD. Lindsay loved shopping, her cats, and tending to her garden and flowers. She enjoyed cooking for her family and taking long bus trips with her husband. 

Lindsay was a member of the St. Thomas Assembly of God in St. Thomas, PA. 

Lindsay is survived by her husband of 66 years, William D. Keefer, a daughter, Kim (Tim) Berkstresser of Mercersburg, a son, Kent (Angie) Keefer of Virginia, a granddaughter, Jade Hostler, a step-granddaughter, Sophie, two sisters, Ellen (Terry) Daley, and Debra (Lynn) Stepler, and many nieces and nephews.

Lindsay was preceded in death by her brother, Roger Ensminger, and a grandson-in-law, Drew Hostler.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the St. Thomas Assembly of God with Pastor Joshua Baldwin officiating. There will be a visitation and fellowship meal after the service at the church. 

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Righteous Rescues Better Days Animal League, or Peckin’ Thyme Farms Animal Rescue and Sanctuary. 

Arrangements by Fries Funeral Home Inc., Mercersburg, PA

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