sleep in jesus we loved you but god loved you more

My condolences to the Exsterstein family and those at the shop.  I am a customer of the shop and so appreciate the professionalism and respect I receive.  My sympathy and prayers are with you all.  Glenda Grabert

Although I am just a loyal customer of over 25 yrs, I also feel your loss.  My sinceres condolences to Keith's family & employees at the shop.  Keith always had time for me to address my concerns.  Keith always had my respect.  I always admired what he had done with the shop & turned it into a well respected business.  I also enjoyed his wife's contribution by having the shop beautifully decorated all year round.
I will always remember when he told me how important it was to reopen the shop as soon as possible after  Katrina because he knew people needed help with their vehicles.  Keeping his word the shop opened shortly after Katrina passed.
I remember that shop in the 1950's.  It was just an old run down gas & brake tag station.  After it closed it sat vacant for many years & was quite an eyesore.  Keith had a vision for his business & was not afraid to take a chance.  He knew he could make it work.  The rest is history.
My fondest memory was Keith reopening his new business after leaving Jefferson Shell.  There was a sign at the new business which read "Keith & Albert are Back".  Keith was so proud & so was I.
     So long old friend!

Keith was a good mechanic,great friend,and a fantastic father.I've known him and done business with him for years.He will be missed.

Our condolences to Keith's family as well as to the Keith's Auto Repair in Jefferson family.and to his mother, Gayle Andry.  My husband had Keith's Auto Repair perform all his auto repairs on our cars and truck.  We are so sorry to hear of Keith's passing and just learned about it from our neighbors, C. J. and Edlee Karrigan on Highway Drive in Jefferson.

Dan & Rita Cazaubon

My mom (Bobbie Siragusa) and I send our condolences to Keith's family.  Keith took care of my mom's auto needs for years, was so reliable and reassuring to her, I am very grateful for this man's reliability.  Also, I was in Boy Scouts with his older brother Nolan and father for a period of time in the early '70's in Troop 36, St. Agnes.  May Keith rest in peace and God bless his family. Bobbie Siragusa, Jefferson, LA and Greg Siragusa, Waukesha, WI.

I am devastated to hear this and always will be. I met Keith years ago when he was at the Shell station with Albert to fix something on my car. They have been my go to guys for everything after that. Not only on a professional level but I felt as a friend. Through the years and with his busy schedule, he would still make time for me on any subject and share his philosophy of life as well. I hope he knew how much I cherished him. 
I am extremely sorry for your loss.
Billy

He will be missed by everyone.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Lynn Brown & F. Dave Meyers, Jr.

Kippy  loved his family and always put them first. Kippy knew how to make things right. In the day Kippy would talk about having his own place to call his own. Kippy started working on cars as a teenager where a half inch or 9/16 was all you needed to tune up your rod. Thru the years the opportunity showed itself for the opportunity he always wanted. He talked about his next step Keith's Auto Repair. Keith surrounded himself with a great staff that showed professionalism and ability. Keith was liked by all. Family and friends knew he wouldn't let them down. They knew Keith would dedicate himself to make sure all is good. Kippy your spirit and values will continue.

So very sorry  to hear  about  Mr. Keith's passing.  He  was  such a  kind   man  to  talk  to  and  service  my  car    and  also  Mark's  truck.  He  will  be sadly missed  in  the  community.   Our  hearts  go  out  to  his  Family  at
this  time.   Fay  Rapier  and  son, Mark  Rapier.   (Jefferson,La.)

May the blessings of god be upon you . May his peace abide in you. May his presence illuminate your hear now and for ever more. 
I'm sorry for your loss . I know how difficult it is to loose a loved one.

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.

His passing is a loss to our community. I will definitely miss his smiles as I describe my auto problems and leave my notes in the night drop box. He definitely touched the lives of many and kept many individuals safe on the road. Honest, caring, and loving are just a few words used to describe him. His family and employees are all in our prayers.


Although I am just a loyal customer of over 25yrs , I also feel your loss.  My sincerest condolences to Keith's family & emploees at the shop.  Keith always had time for me to address my concerns.
     Keith always had my respect.  I always admired what he had done with the shop & turned it into a well respected business. I also enjoyed his wife"s contribution by having the shop beautifully decorated all year round.
    I will always remember when he told me how important it was to reopen the shop as soon as possible after Katrina because he knew people needed help with their vehicles. Keeping his word the shop reopned shortly after Katrina passed.
     I remember that shop in the 1950's. It was just an old run down gas & brake tag station. After it closed it sat vacant for many years & was quite an eyesore.  Keith had a vision for his business & was not afraid to taske a chance.  He knew he could make it work.  The rest is history.
     My fondest memory was Keith reopening his new business after leaving Jefferson Shell. There was a sign at the new business which read "Keith & Albert are Back".  Keith was so proud & so was I.
     So long old friend!

Sorry for your loss.I will be praying for your family.

So sorry to hear about Keith's passing.
He was good guy who was a good family man, hard working, honest and straightforward.  He will be missed by many. May God keep you and bless you.

So sorry that Keith had to endure such an illness.  Good guy! Been a customer of Keith's for years. He and my son Mike Stanley played ball together.
                    Bob Stanley

Deepest sympathy and prayers to the family. Heaven has a new angel

Keith was an example of a family man, honest business owner, and truthful man. He will be missed by his family, friends, coworkers, community and all who knew him. Our prayers are with your family and friends at this time.

Punkie, my prayers are with you and the kids. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I love you & pray that you keep yourself surrounded by those you love.

We have known Keith since Jefferson Shell, he was a honest and good person. Our prayers go out to his family and employees. Keith will be greatly missed.

Deepest sympathy and prayers to the family.  Heaven has a new angel.........Franchesca, Robin & Mike

Kippy was unselfish in his caring for his mother, family, and all those around him.  He will be missed by everyone.  - Lee and Yvette Stolf

My prayers to you all during this difficult time.

Gayle,
  My prayers are with you. It's so hard as a Mother to lose a child...I know your pain as I lost my Andrew 2 years ago. He was your godchild.  
   I'm so sorry for you lost...
                     Angela
                    Angela

Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of Keith's Family and all the dedicated staff at Keith's Automotive. Keith was a great man who will be deeply missed by us all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, The Haydel Family

The most memorable incident I had with Keith was when he helped me replace my struts and suspension system on my 1985 Rx-7.  Although I tried to do most of the work, he non hesitatingly took over.  I will cherish that forever.

RIP Keith may our Heavenly Father guide you to 
 Heaven

Keith RIP, you will be sadly missed I will miss going to your shop and talk with you. May God bless your Family from Alvin Fayette with Hiller.

I've known Kippy since the Jefferson Shell days. Back when he had the yellow '53 5 window truck. I thought that was the coolest thing I'd ever seen. He helped me "build" my '81 Cutlass. The first car I ever modified.
He was a straight forward, honest, no "BS" kinda guy. The likes of which are lacking these days. I mean, how many people would explain to you how to fix your own vehicle, instead of just taking it in the shop and charging you for it?!
Kippy, tonight I raise a glass in your honor. Not to mourn the loss, but to thank God that such a man lived.
To your Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

We are sorry for your loss and may god be with

We are sorry for your loss and extend our condolences.  May god be with you all.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kreg, I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Just remember that just because he isn't here physically and you can't see or touch him, doesn't mean that he is not always with you. His love and spirit will always be with you. Sending prayers and wishes for strength and peace for you and your family.

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sure he left a good example for his children and grandchildren, and that will be with them all their lives.

We're sorry for your loss and wish to extend our condolences to the family. Thank you for including your family pictures and allowing us to share in this with you. 

Dave & Bobbie Masinter
Spokane. WA

Calien, we are sorry for your loss.  Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kady, I'm sorry for the loss of your dad. He might not be with you in body but will always be with you in spirit. And being the great mechanic that he was at least all the angels in Heaven will have their vehicles running GREAT!
Ms. Dana

Kady, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. He might not be here in body but will all be with you in spirit. At least now we know all the angels in Heaven will have vehicles that run GREAT!

My prayers for comfort in this time of need for the family May God wrap his loving arms around your family to give you strength 
Evelyn B Creppel

Dear Punky and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.  I am praying for all of you.  You have a great supportive family and I know you will help each other through this difficult time.

You will be greatly missed but you are now in heaven with God as one of his loving angels!God bless you and your surviving family

We are so sorry for the loss of a good man, husband, father and friend! Mr. Keith had a heart of gold and because of his honesty and good nature  is why he was so well respected and loved. God has taken Mr. Keith way to soon but God had other plans for his new angel in heaven! Keith may be gone but his love of his family, friends, work and life will never be forgotten. My you rest in peace Mr. Keith! Love the Gattuso family River Ridge, La

Sorry for your loss of your beloved Keith

U am so very sorry for you families loss prayers are with all of you. He was the sweetest man ever!

so sorry for the lost of the love of your life.

Keith was a honest, decent man. He will be missed by many. May God bless the Exsterstein family as well as his "Keith's Auto family".

I'm so sorry for your loss!! Praying GOD'S peace will comfort all of you.

You were a great man you will be missed dearly!

Keith was such a great dad,husband,and business man. He will be greatly missed by all. Prayers for the family. God Bless.

OBITUARY

Keith Francis Exsterstein

August 13, 1962 – June 29, 2013

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