Neil W. Keihm, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2018. Born on December 11, 1932 in Pottsville, PA, he was the son of the late George and Louise (Adams) Keihm. Neil is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dorothy D. Keihm of West Grove, PA; daughters: Jane Louise Hooker of Maryland, andContinue Reading
Neil W. Keihm, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2018. Born on December 11, 1932 in Pottsville, PA, he was the son of the late George and Louise (Adams) Keihm.
Neil is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dorothy D. Keihm of West Grove, PA; daughters: Jane Louise Hooker of Maryland, and Sheryl Lynch of Hawaii; son, Eric Keihm of Utah; nephews: Scott Coombs and his wife, Linda, of Rhode Island, and Richard Coombs and his wife, Alison, of Connecticut; niece, Sandi Zielinski and her husband, Stephen, of Connecticut; and several grandchildren and grand nieces and nephews.
Neil had a passion for singing, not only in the church choir but also in barbershop quartets and choruses within the barbershop society fondly known as SPEBSQSA; He was also a lover of all things eagles, and collected many items over the years including paintings, sculptures, and ornaments.
A celebration of Neil’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at First Presbyterian Church of Newark, 292 W. Main Street, Newark, DE 19711. Family and friends may attend the visitation beginning at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to “First Presbyterian Church of Newark” and sent in care of R.T. Foard and Jones, Inc., 122 W. Main Street, Newark, DE 19711.
Don Moore
left a message on September 20, 2020:
I'd like to extend my condolences to the family. I knew Neil thru my wife. They worked together for several years. He was a good friend to her.
left a message on January 7, 2019:
I'd like to extend my condolences to the family and friends for the loss of your loved one Neil W. Keihm, may the words at 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17, soothe your hearts.
T W
left a message on December 29, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Almighty give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Ps. 46: 1)
T W
left a message on December 29, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. (Ps. 46: 1)
T W
left a message on December 15, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Almighty give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Ps. 46: 1)
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
T W
left a message on October 28, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Almighty give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Ps. 46: 1)
left a message on August 21, 2018:
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bob Rossney
left a message on July 25, 2018:
Dottie, So sorry to hear of Neil's passing. Always enjoyed singing with Neil. We were out of town and missed the service. God be with you and your family. Bob and Roberta Rossney
Barbara Bill Monaghan
left a message on July 25, 2018:
Bill and friends of Neil when Bill sang in the Barbershoppers 20 year with him. Was a very nice person
We are now living in Florida in the Villages if Dottie travels and get down this way we would love have her.
Barbara, Bill Monaghan
We are now living in Florida in the Villages if Dottie travels and get down this way we would love have her.
Barbara, Bill Monaghan
Moss
left a message on July 23, 2018:
We have all shed tears because of the death of a loved one. At times like these God will give us the power beyond what is normal to cope with our grief. (2 Corinthians 4:7)
Sandy Anderson
left a message on July 20, 2018:
RICHARD ZIEGLER
left a message on July 20, 2018:
I first met Neil in Apr. 74 when I came to the Newark
plant to assume the H. R. function. The number of employees at the plant was small (75 - 85) and over time I was able to meet with each and every one of them. Neil was one of the first that I met. After a short
exchange of pleasantries, Neil (who was a Jr. Pkg.
Engineer) launched into a lengthy and detailed
technical explanation he was working on at the time.
He started losing me about two minutes into the
explanation but I let him go on. I concluded from that experience that he was proud of his technical know how and wanted me to know that he "knew
his stuff". Over the years we (and our wives) got to
know each other very well and became lifelong friends. I'll always remember Neil as a guy who was continually in a good mood. He had an
inexhaustible supply of jokes and quips for every
possible occasion and he always tried to make the other person feel comfortable in his presence.
Janet and I will always recall those fantastic New
Year's Eve parties they used to host. We ate too
much but the food was sooooo good. You did well on earth Good Buddy and will be missed by everyone who knew you.
plant to assume the H. R. function. The number of employees at the plant was small (75 - 85) and over time I was able to meet with each and every one of them. Neil was one of the first that I met. After a short
exchange of pleasantries, Neil (who was a Jr. Pkg.
Engineer) launched into a lengthy and detailed
technical explanation he was working on at the time.
He started losing me about two minutes into the
explanation but I let him go on. I concluded from that experience that he was proud of his technical know how and wanted me to know that he "knew
his stuff". Over the years we (and our wives) got to
know each other very well and became lifelong friends. I'll always remember Neil as a guy who was continually in a good mood. He had an
inexhaustible supply of jokes and quips for every
possible occasion and he always tried to make the other person feel comfortable in his presence.
Janet and I will always recall those fantastic New
Year's Eve parties they used to host. We ate too
much but the food was sooooo good. You did well on earth Good Buddy and will be missed by everyone who knew you.
left a message on July 19, 2018:
May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for your family. May wonderful memories and friends help you in these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7
Robert Miller
left a message on July 19, 2018:
For nearly 40 years, Neil played cards with me and several other good buddies once every month. We will greatly miss his wonderful sense of humor, his kindness, and his storytelling. God bless you, Neil! Heaven has received a wonderful singer and a first-class gentleman.
Francis Ryan
left a message on July 19, 2018:
May I extend my condolences to Dottie and the Keihm family. I knew Neil through nearly 40 years of playing friendly games of poker on a monthly basis. His presence and great sense of humor made life happier for his buddies at the table. He will be dearly missed. It is,indeed, an honor to call Neil Keihm a friend.
Rest In Peace old friend.
Fran Ryan
Rest In Peace old friend.
Fran Ryan
Dan Hazard
left a message on July 19, 2018:
I first met Neil in 1979 when I started to work at the Stuart Pharmaceuticals Plant in Newark Delaware. I was in manufacturing and Neil worked at the Pilot Plant. Over the years I came to know Neil well and always found him to be a one of the truly "good guys". Always the gentleman, always the professional, always the team player, easy to work with and fun to be around. Neil was a friend to many people at the Newark Plant and he will be miss by all that knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers go out to Neil's family. RIP my friend RIP.
Bob Cochrane
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil and I made friends at Harmony College in Missouri, and each year, for many years, we would sing together in a quartet with two other parts we would find. We had many good times together, and I will surely miss him. He was a good Friend Bob Cochrane, Florida
Scott & Linda Coombs
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Many happy memories enjoying Lobster fest in Rhode Island. Uncle Neil always brought laughter, and fun with him. This was a special year in 2014, when we invited a quartet. Uncle Neil so enjoyed singing with them after they completed their set. Will never forget these family gatherings and how special it was to be all together. We will miss you Uncle Neil! We will take good care of Aunt Dottie!
Chris Yates
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Very sad to hear the news of Niels passing. He was always very kind to me and always excited about singing and in general having fun with our barbershop friends. A true gentleman, he will be missed.
Ed and Linda Zimmerman
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil was a dear, trusted friend from all the way back to the 1960s when we both sang with the Wilmington, DE chapter. I brought Neil into the Chapter Counselor program, where he did an outstanding job for all the chapters he represented. A true friend, DELA brother, and a gentleman. Our prayers are with Dottie and the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bud Laumann
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neal was a fine gentleman. My life was better because of knowing him. Prayers for Dotty and the family.
Morgan Smith
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil was a great barbershop friend whom I had the pleasure of singing in a quartet (On The Way Out) with. He was a Barbershopper's Barbershopper. He and his lovely wife Dottie were always welcoming in their home and always fun and interesting to be around. His passing saddens me. May Dottie be blessed with the knowledge that Neil was much loved and he is now pain free and living with the Lord above.
John Celani
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil was a wonderful gentleman. We, at the Cherry Hill Pine Barons Chorus, admired his dedication to barbershop music and the success of our chorus.
He came often to visit us, helped us with officer installation, and as a former treaurer, gave me excellent advice in dealing with the district. We will miss him as our advisor. RIP.
He came often to visit us, helped us with officer installation, and as a former treaurer, gave me excellent advice in dealing with the district. We will miss him as our advisor. RIP.
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Don Moore
left a message on September 20, 2020:
I'd like to extend my condolences to the family. I knew Neil thru my wife. They worked together for several years. He was a good friend to her.
left a message on January 7, 2019:
I'd like to extend my condolences to the family and friends for the loss of your loved one Neil W. Keihm, may the words at 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17, soothe your hearts.
T W
left a message on December 29, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Almighty give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Ps. 46: 1)
T W
left a message on December 29, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. (Ps. 46: 1)
T W
left a message on December 15, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Almighty give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Ps. 46: 1)
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
T W
left a message on October 28, 2018:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Almighty give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Ps. 46: 1)
left a message on August 21, 2018:
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bob Rossney
left a message on July 25, 2018:
Dottie, So sorry to hear of Neil's passing. Always enjoyed singing with Neil. We were out of town and missed the service. God be with you and your family. Bob and Roberta Rossney
Barbara Bill Monaghan
left a message on July 25, 2018:
Bill and friends of Neil when Bill sang in the Barbershoppers 20 year with him. Was a very nice person
We are now living in Florida in the Villages if Dottie travels and get down this way we would love have her.
Barbara, Bill Monaghan
We are now living in Florida in the Villages if Dottie travels and get down this way we would love have her.
Barbara, Bill Monaghan
Moss
left a message on July 23, 2018:
We have all shed tears because of the death of a loved one. At times like these God will give us the power beyond what is normal to cope with our grief. (2 Corinthians 4:7)
Sandy Anderson
left a message on July 20, 2018:
RICHARD ZIEGLER
left a message on July 20, 2018:
I first met Neil in Apr. 74 when I came to the Newark
plant to assume the H. R. function. The number of employees at the plant was small (75 - 85) and over time I was able to meet with each and every one of them. Neil was one of the first that I met. After a short
exchange of pleasantries, Neil (who was a Jr. Pkg.
Engineer) launched into a lengthy and detailed
technical explanation he was working on at the time.
He started losing me about two minutes into the
explanation but I let him go on. I concluded from that experience that he was proud of his technical know how and wanted me to know that he "knew
his stuff". Over the years we (and our wives) got to
know each other very well and became lifelong friends. I'll always remember Neil as a guy who was continually in a good mood. He had an
inexhaustible supply of jokes and quips for every
possible occasion and he always tried to make the other person feel comfortable in his presence.
Janet and I will always recall those fantastic New
Year's Eve parties they used to host. We ate too
much but the food was sooooo good. You did well on earth Good Buddy and will be missed by everyone who knew you.
plant to assume the H. R. function. The number of employees at the plant was small (75 - 85) and over time I was able to meet with each and every one of them. Neil was one of the first that I met. After a short
exchange of pleasantries, Neil (who was a Jr. Pkg.
Engineer) launched into a lengthy and detailed
technical explanation he was working on at the time.
He started losing me about two minutes into the
explanation but I let him go on. I concluded from that experience that he was proud of his technical know how and wanted me to know that he "knew
his stuff". Over the years we (and our wives) got to
know each other very well and became lifelong friends. I'll always remember Neil as a guy who was continually in a good mood. He had an
inexhaustible supply of jokes and quips for every
possible occasion and he always tried to make the other person feel comfortable in his presence.
Janet and I will always recall those fantastic New
Year's Eve parties they used to host. We ate too
much but the food was sooooo good. You did well on earth Good Buddy and will be missed by everyone who knew you.
left a message on July 19, 2018:
May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for your family. May wonderful memories and friends help you in these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7
Robert Miller
left a message on July 19, 2018:
For nearly 40 years, Neil played cards with me and several other good buddies once every month. We will greatly miss his wonderful sense of humor, his kindness, and his storytelling. God bless you, Neil! Heaven has received a wonderful singer and a first-class gentleman.
Francis Ryan
left a message on July 19, 2018:
May I extend my condolences to Dottie and the Keihm family. I knew Neil through nearly 40 years of playing friendly games of poker on a monthly basis. His presence and great sense of humor made life happier for his buddies at the table. He will be dearly missed. It is,indeed, an honor to call Neil Keihm a friend.
Rest In Peace old friend.
Fran Ryan
Rest In Peace old friend.
Fran Ryan
Dan Hazard
left a message on July 19, 2018:
I first met Neil in 1979 when I started to work at the Stuart Pharmaceuticals Plant in Newark Delaware. I was in manufacturing and Neil worked at the Pilot Plant. Over the years I came to know Neil well and always found him to be a one of the truly "good guys". Always the gentleman, always the professional, always the team player, easy to work with and fun to be around. Neil was a friend to many people at the Newark Plant and he will be miss by all that knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers go out to Neil's family. RIP my friend RIP.
Bob Cochrane
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil and I made friends at Harmony College in Missouri, and each year, for many years, we would sing together in a quartet with two other parts we would find. We had many good times together, and I will surely miss him. He was a good Friend Bob Cochrane, Florida
Scott & Linda Coombs
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Many happy memories enjoying Lobster fest in Rhode Island. Uncle Neil always brought laughter, and fun with him. This was a special year in 2014, when we invited a quartet. Uncle Neil so enjoyed singing with them after they completed their set. Will never forget these family gatherings and how special it was to be all together. We will miss you Uncle Neil! We will take good care of Aunt Dottie!
Chris Yates
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Very sad to hear the news of Niels passing. He was always very kind to me and always excited about singing and in general having fun with our barbershop friends. A true gentleman, he will be missed.
Ed and Linda Zimmerman
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil was a dear, trusted friend from all the way back to the 1960s when we both sang with the Wilmington, DE chapter. I brought Neil into the Chapter Counselor program, where he did an outstanding job for all the chapters he represented. A true friend, DELA brother, and a gentleman. Our prayers are with Dottie and the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bud Laumann
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neal was a fine gentleman. My life was better because of knowing him. Prayers for Dotty and the family.
Morgan Smith
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil was a great barbershop friend whom I had the pleasure of singing in a quartet (On The Way Out) with. He was a Barbershopper's Barbershopper. He and his lovely wife Dottie were always welcoming in their home and always fun and interesting to be around. His passing saddens me. May Dottie be blessed with the knowledge that Neil was much loved and he is now pain free and living with the Lord above.
John Celani
left a message on July 18, 2018:
Neil was a wonderful gentleman. We, at the Cherry Hill Pine Barons Chorus, admired his dedication to barbershop music and the success of our chorus.
He came often to visit us, helped us with officer installation, and as a former treaurer, gave me excellent advice in dealing with the district. We will miss him as our advisor. RIP.
He came often to visit us, helped us with officer installation, and as a former treaurer, gave me excellent advice in dealing with the district. We will miss him as our advisor. RIP.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.