Keith Allen Jelliff

Keith Allen Jelliff, Jr., 36, of Elmira, NY, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

He was born in Montour Falls, NY on June 30, 1990 the son of Keith A. Jelliff, Sr. and Lucinda Wheaton.

Keith worked at Howell Packaging in Elmira. He was a volunteer at the Elmira Animal Shelter. Keith enjoyed fishing, was an Atlanta Falcons fan, and loved spending time with his family.

He was predeceased by his brother, Kristopher Jelliff; grandparents, Clyde and Helen Wheaton, and Carl and Helen Jelliff.

Keith is survived by his son, who was his pride and joy, Everett James Jelliff. He is loved and missed by his parents, Lucinda and William Terrio, and Keith and Peggy Jelliff, Sr.; siblings, Kyle Jelliff, Mike (Noel) Wheaton, Brittany (Shorty) Flores, Chad (Elissa) DeGraw, Caylynn Terrio, Carl McClain, Katie McClain (Trevor) and Justin McClain; aunts and uncles, Andy (Kathy) Jelliff who had a special bond with Keith, Rose (Leif) Cole, Virginia Lovejoy, Lois (Danny) Standish, and Laurie (Steven) Crout; and by several nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

Keith’s family would like to extend their thanks to all the family and friends for their love and support during this difficult time.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Vedder-Scott & Zinger Funeral Home, 122 N. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY. His funeral service will begin at 1:00 pm followed by burial in Laurel Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Keith’s GoFundMe.