Always a loving father and husband, he was loved by all who knew him, lifelong friends, and folks he'd only just met. His was a huge heart, and he will live close in our hearts, forever.
He was predeceased by his parents, Rose and Paul Keyser, his brothers, Paul Keyser and Samuel Keyser, and his first-born granddaughter, Lauren Ashley Fontan.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Patricia, and son, Stephen Ashley Keyser Jr. Also, his daughters, Cheryl Keyser (Todd Nelson), and Lori Hounshell (Tom Hounshell); and his five grandchildren: Brandon Hounshell, Peter Nelson, Ian Nelson, Natalie Nelson, and Olivia Nelson.
Stephen spent most of his career at BASF Corporation, and traveled extensively as a representative/consultant.
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 30 from 11-11:30am followed by a service at 11:30am at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, VA.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to either the Hospice House of Williamsburg or the Alzheimer's Association.