Dates
Keifer Alan Ekert was born to parents Sara Thompson and Jerry Ekert on December 9, 1992 in San Angelo, Texas. He was part of a large extended family that always found a reason for gatherings and celebrations. The Ekert home was where neighboring kids hung out and if you were a "friend" you also became "family."
Keifer's magnetic personality was evident early on as throughout his school years-everyone knew him as the “cool kid.”
After graduating San Angelo Central High School in 2011, Keifer would work a variety of jobs including but not limited to security detail, the food and beverage service industry, and auto body paint and repair. His deep seeded love for music would later land him at The Art Institute of Dallas where he worked towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Audio production.
Upon his return to San Angelo, Keifer worked at Fuzzy’s Tacos feeling right at home with his “Taco Mom” Teresa. Most recently, he worked at Giz & Hums comfortably mastering his culinary and beverage preparation skills.
He loved all kinds of music like Limp Bizkit and Blink 182 but the heavy metal genre just flowed through his veins. One friend remembered that he was "the first kid in our school who wore a Nine Inch Nails shirt on school property," referencing his daring and innovative side. Many times after work, Keifer would meet up with friends and play his guitar for long hours into the morning just chillin’ and enjoying the vibe. He would feel the music and be seen strumming as if he had guitar in hand. He was the real deal who donned the dreads, piercings and gauges and supported local up and coming bands. One of his favorite quotes was from artist Aaron Lewis who said "the biggest things in life are your friends and family. I like my jeans and my old t-shirts and a couple pounds never really hurts cause a country boy is all I'll ever be."
On Friday, October 15, 2021, Keifer passed at the age of 28 due to complications following a motorcycle accident in July.
We take great comfort knowing he is no longer in any pain, once again made whole, and sitting at the right hand of God along with his beloved Pit Bull “Hades” who also recently passed.
Social media has been flooded remembering Keifer as “a great soul who will fly high;” was kind, caring, talented, loving, and will be remembered for their long lasting friendships.
Keifer is survived by his parents Jerry Ekert and Cindy Bussell of San Angelo, Grandma Terry Ekert, siblings Joey and Justin Norwood and Olivia Zapote.
Funeral arrangements are as follows: visitation will be Wednesday October 20, 2021 from 6:00pm to 8:00 pm at Harper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo. The service will be Thursday October 21 at 11:00 am with Keifers last ride being escorted by numerous bikers who loved and respected him with their whole heart to Lawnhaven Cemetary at 4989 Fm 1223, San Angelo (by the base). Honorary pallbearers are as follows: Zach Bishop, Durty Sanchez, Tyler Blanchard, Keegan Nixon, Jimmy Farr, and Mikey Childress.
From the words of the great guitarist/lyricist Dave Mustaine:
“So as you read this know my friends, I'd love to stay with you all. Please smile when you think of me
My body's gone that's all.
À tout le monde [To all the world]
À tout mes amis [To all my friends]
Je vous aime [I love you]
Je dois partir [I have to leave]
These are the last words
I'll ever speak
And they'll set me free”
The immediate family would like to thank the first responders, hospital staff, and those who went above and beyond to organize fundraisers to assist in his care.
Visitation
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Harper Funeral Home
2606 Southland Boulevard
San Angelo, TX 76904
Funeral Service
Thursday, October 21, 2021
11:00AM
Harper Funeral Home
2606 Southland Boulevard
San Angelo, TX 76904