Henry "Jack" C.-Keller Jr.-Obituary

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Henry "Jack" C. Keller Jr.

1934 - 2016 (Age 81)

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You were the best father and I miss you every day.

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Henry. We met Henry (Jack) and Shirley at White PInes in Oregon, IL in 2006. We had the best vacation getting to know this couple. They had a loyal, loving, and complimentary companionship. We will truly miss Jack along with Shirley. May our Lord bless the family with His comfort, peace, love, and support through family/friends. Love, The Anthony Family

We are very sorry to hear of your loss and extend our deepest condolences. May the God of all comfort embrace you during this difficult time as peaçe of mind finds its way to you with each passing day.

Connie sorry for your loss.

To Joe, Jill, Daniel, and Sam,
Our prayers are with you through this difficult season. To God be the Glory

Prayers for Hank's family.May You Find Comfort In The Lord in these trying times ahead.Rest In Peace Hank You Will Be Missed.

I am posting this msg at the request of my mother sandra\steven popp of batavia as she doesnt have internet.....she has been close to jack for many yrs and he will be remembered and missed with much love..prayers to the family..

I am so sad. I remember Jack well and how much he loved Shirley. They were such a loving couple. I played BINGO with Shirley at Central High School on Wednesday nights and Jack was her faithful chauffeur. A wonderful and kind man. Now I miss you both.
My condolences to all of his family and friends.

Obituaries

Henry "Jack" C.'s Obituaries

 

   Henry “Jack” C. Keller Jr., 81, of Aurora, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Thursday, May 19, 2016.  He was born August 29, 1934, son of Henry and Marie (DuMont) Phillips Keller Sr.

   As a lifelong resident of Aurora, Jack was a dedicated and loving father of his wife and children, while also being employed at Teledyne Pines for 27 years.  He served as a Corporal in the Marines during his time in Korea and received honorable discharge.  In Jack's spare time he created a small family company called "Keller Enterprises" in which he successfully created several inventions, such as his highly successful Sock Helper Plus. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, an avid pool player, expert rifleman and a member of VFW.  Jack will be dearly missed by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends. Not only will Jack be remembered as an honorable and Christian man that would give his last to help someone in need, but will also be remembered for his dedication, and determination in everything he did in life.    

   He is survived by his children, Connie (Jeff) Land, Joseph (Jill) Keller, Mary Britton and Brenda (Richard Porter) Keller; grandchildren, William (Ashley) Land, Joseph (Overys) Keller, Jennifer (Robin) Narney, Riki (Stephanie) Duck, Jaclyn Britton, A.J. (Cady) Britton, Daniel and Samuel Keller; Eight Great-Grandchildren; sister, Carol Dennin and brother, Bill Keller.

   Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Shirley Keller; infant daughter, Wendy Keller; parents, Henry Keller Sr. and Marie (DuMont) Phillips; step-father, Don Phillips; and siblings Margaret, Edward, Gerald, and Patrick

   Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 from 4 PM – 8 PM at The Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer Pl., Aurora, IL 60506.  Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at the funeral home with Fr. Joachim Tyrtania officiating, followed by a graveside service at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

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