- Keith Farmer was a Northern Irish motorcycle racer who was a member of BSB teams such as Paul Bird Motorsport team and TAS Racing
- The Clogher native, who had already retired in 2012 was announced dead on November 10, 2022
- Keith Farmer was married to Samantha Ritchie and they shared two daughters, he also had an older child from a previous relationship
Keith Farmer was the National Superstock 600 champion in 2011 and the National Superstock champion in 2012 and 2018. He suddenly died on November 2022 at age 35 and the cause of death is yet to be revealed. The Northern Irish motorcycle racer who has been described as one of Northern Ireland’s most successful motorcyclists had initially retired in 2021 due to injuries from accidents.
The Clogher native is survived by his beloved wife, Beverly Joan, his three daughters (Sophie, Khloe, and Addison), and his siblings.
Early Life and Background of Keith Farmer
Keith Farmer was born in 1987 in Clogher, United Kingdom. However, there has been a disparity as regards the exact day he was born. While some sources like motorsportstats.com claim he was born on February 2, a couple of friends have celebrated his birthday on July 25th yearly.
He was raised by his parents, Alan and Barbara alongside his siblings Wendy, Kathy Valentine, and David.
What Happened to Keith Farmer?
On November 10, 2022, Keith’s brother David announced that he died at 1:45 am surrounded by his loved ones. As regards the cause of his death, his family has not revealed that yet.
Following the sudden demise of the racing champion, quite a number of fans, colleagues, and even racing rivals have shared their thoughts and sympathies with the family.
Keith died at the age of 35 and he is survived by his wife, Samantha, daughters; Sophie, Khloe, and Addison, and his siblings; David, Kathy, and Wendy.
Meet His Family Members
1. Keith Farmer’s Wife and Daughters
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The Clogher was married to Samantha Ritchie for quite some time. Although their wedding date is still under wraps, the couple were together since 2011 when they welcomed their first daughter, Khloe Rae.
Their second daughter, Addison Mae was born in 2021 and was barely a year old when Keith passed.
In addition to his two daughters, Keith Farmer had a daughter, Sophie from his previous relationship with a woman called Lisa Marie Colton.
2. Parents: Alan and Barbara Farmer
Keith Farmer’s parents are Alan and Barbara. They are both from Cumbria. While his father is still alive, his mother died some years back.
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3. Siblings: David, Kathy, and Wendy
David, Kathy, and Wendy are all Keith Farmer’s siblings. His older David works as an electrician and also races sometimes. David Farmer is married to Laura Farmer and they share two children.
As for Kathy and Wendy, reports state, they are both married.
Keith’s other family members include his in-laws: Mark and Stuart, and his nieces and nephews: Katie, Robbie, Jack, Hannah, Ruby, Ellie, Grace, Louis, Jacob, and Cody.
Quick Facts about the Cumbria Racer
- Keith Farmer was also known as “the Clogher Bullet”.
- There are sources that claim his wife’s name is Beverly Joan but from our research at Jukebugs, we have verified that his wife/partner is Samantha Ritchie.
- Keith Farmer was a member of prominent BSB teams including the Paul Bird Motorsport team Buildbase Suzuki and TAS Racing.
- The Northern Irish motorcycle racer won the National Superstock 600 title in 2011 and National Superstock 1000cc successes in 2012 and 2018.
- His family is known as a famous racing family in Cumbria.
- Keith died shortly after his cousin, Stephen died in a work-related accident.
- The father of three as well as a four-time national champion has been dubbed one of the most successful motorcyclists in Northern Ireland.
