Born on March 31, 1961, he was the son of Leroy Keith and Pearlena Donahey. He was preceded in death by his biological father Leroy Keith. 

John is survived by his wife Beth Jackson; his mother Pearlena Donahey and stepfather Richard Donahey; his son Jeremiah Keith and wife Laura, his son Ian Keith; his daughter Jessica Petrowski and husband Walker; his stepsons, Josh Stokes and Ash Kolodner; his

 illegitimate sons, Jason Ewers and Wayne Wood. He was also survived by his grandchild Elijah Tubbs; his brother Robert Keith and wife Ruth; his Brother Erick Keith and wife Kimmie; his sister Denise Salamon and husband James; his sister Jill Bienz; along with

 eleven nieces and nephews and 8 great nieces and nephews.  

For 26 years, Yankie John (intentional spelling) served as a leader in the Minutemen Motorcycle Club (MMC). Through the Minutemen, he helped donate funds to people in need through Poker Runs, Chilli Cook Offs, annual Toy Drives, raffles and other events all

 in the effort to support his community and help people in need. John loved motorcycles and his “Brothers” in the MMC.  

He was a highly respected, and admired man whom many looked to as a father, brother, mentor and role model. The Minutemen will be carrying on his legacy. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to:  

The Minutemen Motorcycle Club 

48 Mountain Crest Dr 

Stanardsville, VA 22973 

All contributions directly impact the local community and help the MMC to continue his legacy of giving back and helping those in need as John wanted. 

There will be no services at this time but a Celebration of Life at a later date.