Wayne Keister

Ralph Wayne Keister, age 77, of Conowingo, MD passed away on March 1, 2018 at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD. Born in Winchester, VA, he was the son of Ralph A. and Juanita M. (Martin) Keister. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during the Vietnam War, and was a member of the American Legion in Vermont and the Elks in Havre de Grace. He umpired for basketball, baseball, softball and soccer; one of his most memorable highlights was when the professional umpires went on strike from 1978-1979 and he was then called up to umpire for the Baltimore O's. He was an avid golfer locally and in Vermont where he was known as “Moose”. He loved to sing and enjoyed Karaoke. He was also a crabber and fisherman.

Mr. Keister is survived by his wife, Linda C. Keister; daughter, Kimberly (William Thomas) L. Merrill; son, Philip (Jennifer) Wayne Keister; grandchildren, Stephen Thomas Merrill, Tyler Evans Merrill, and Lillian Marie Keister; brother, Ronald Keister; many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marilyn Mellion.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 31 Hopkins Plaza, Baltimore, MD 21201.