Donald H. Keibler, 93, of South Shore, KY, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026. Don was born in Letitia, KY, on September 14, 1933, a son of the late Abe and Olive Smith Keibler.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 71 years, Wanda Keibler; one brother, Maurice Keibler; and two sisters, Betty Webb and Nidreth Adkins.
Don is survived by his sister, Evelyn Newell of St. Paul, KY; three children, Kathy (Kurt) Adkins of Houston, TX, Kenneth (Kara) Keibler of Lloyd, KY, and Anthony (Mandy) Keibler of South Shore, KY; five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and several other nieces and nephews who will sadly miss him.
Don served his country proudly in the US Navy from June 1952 to June 1956, primarily serving on USS George Clymer during the Korean Conflict. Don was employed by the C&O Railroad in Raceland, KY, until retirement. He was an active and faithful member of the Church of Christ in Sand Hill, KY. He loved his community and served it in many ways for over 70 years, including: a member of American Legion Post 276, where he was Commander for the Colour Guard, where he participated in over 500 military funerals, and served as vice president of the South Shore Foundation Inc. He was the grand marshal for the annual 4th of July Parade in 2025.
Don will be greatly missed by friends and family but will always be in our hearts.
A graveside service will be held at 1 P.M. on Monday, November 2, 2026, at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery, Northeast 100 Veterans Memorial Drive, Grayson, KY 41143, with Don Seavers officiating. Morton-Hunt Family Funeral Home in South Shore, KY, are caring for arrangements.
