Jay A. Keener

Jay A. Keener, of Manheim went to heaven on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 after several years of illness and a short battle with cancer. Born in Manheim, he was the son of the late Arthur and Shirley Collins Keener. Jay was married to Joan Mogel Keener for 24 years. He worked at the former Warner Lambert, Lititz for 41 years.



Jay loved everything about motorcycles and he owned one for much of his life. He absolutely loved the beach and spent many vacations at the beach until his illness removed his ability to travel. He loved to be in the water, but was also content to watch and listen to the waves. Jay loved a good seafood dinner to top off his day. He was a huge fan of dirt track racing and was once rained out of the unique opportunity to try a few laps in a midget race car. Jay was fond of all dogs; however he especially loved big dogs and was known to carry treats in his vehicle. He and his treats will be especially missed by his grand dog, Remmy. Jay was also a veteran, having served in the United States Navy.



Surviving in addition to his wife is a daughter, Rita wife of Gary Witmeyer, five grandchildren, Garrison, Gabrielle, Gavin, Regina, Gideon and a sister, Marlene Booth.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Keener.



Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service at Ruhls United Methodist Church, 4810 Elizabethtown Road, Manheim on Friday, February 18, 2011 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Glen Faus officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. There will be a public viewing at the church on Friday morning from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Please omit flowers. Those desiring may send contributions in Jays memory to Hospice of Lancaster County, P.O. Box 4125 Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.