Jimmy Keeter, age 77, of Forest City

Jimmy Keeter, age 77, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

Jimmy was born December 17, 1948 in Rutherford County to the late Thomas Keeter and Eloise Walker Keeter. He was a graduate of Chase High School and Isothermal Community College. Jimmy owned and operated Keeter Kustoms. He later worked for BMW before retirement. He was a gifted auctioneer which led him to using his talents in Saudi Arabia. Jimmy was a member of Providence Methodist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, William Simmons; grandson, Terry Edwards and a great grandchild, Zola Hardin.

Those left to honor his legacy include his wife of 48 years, Judy Keeter; sons, Chad Keeter of Rutherford County, Rick Edwards of Rutherfordton; daughter, Robin Hardin (Scottie) of Forest City; sisters, Nancy Munn of Forest City, Debra Altman (Steve) and Dena Hardin all of Lake City, SC; a family friend, Rhonda Simmons of Clover, SC; grandchildren, Rachelle Swink (Steven), Justin Queen, Kourtney Kahn, Chandler Keeter, Taylor Hardin (Lauren), Timothy Hardin (Bailey) and Nicole Hardin; five great grandchildren.

A gathering of family and friends was held September 5 at Harrelson Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations requested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family