Ellen Lorraine Keys Punches

Punches, Ellen Lorraine Keys (nee Sheridan), 89, Born April 9, 1923 and baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Tuesday, March 12, 2013. Preceded in death by her dear husband of 39 years, Ralph Bud Keys; loving husband of 24 years, Harold Punches; dear brother Eugene Sheridan and dear daughter-in-law Sandra Keys (nee Teson); cherished mother of Randall (Kathy) Keys, Richard (Maureen) Keys and David (Vickie) Keys; caring and nurturing grandmother of 27 and great-grandmother of 30; dearest sister-inlaw of Bettie Sheridan; dear aunt, cousin and friend to many. Ellen had many circles of friends including her lifelong sewing, singing and dancing companions, her caring friends at the Fountains, the salon, McDonalds, and her dear dominoes-playing Presentation girls. Ellen was a friend to all, often engaging in warm conversation with strangers and always eliciting smiles. With perfect hair, make-up and accessories, and stylish outfits, she enjoyed bringing out the best in all of us, teaching self-respect, good manners, love of cards and the Cards, and trust in God. She never missed an opportunity to join in any fun time, and throughout her life created many. Services: Funeral from the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Rd. at Holloway, Ballwin, Saturday, 9:45 a.m. to St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, Ellisville for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to Boone Center Sheltered Employment Facility (BCI), 200 Trade Center Dr. West, St. Peters, MO 63376 or Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, 1034 S Brentwood, Richmond Heights, MO 63117. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com