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ARCH THOMPSON KELLER II, age 35, of Huntington, passed away in Myrtle Beach, S.C., on Aug. 1, 2016. He is survived by his parents, Arch and Lois; his brother, Zachary; his beloved daughter, Riley; his special friend, Jillian Burton; and his grandmother, Patricia Moore. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Alonzo and Betty Blevins, Kent and Billie Keller and W. Scott Moore. Arch was truly a special person, one of those who had kind words for all. A lifelong resident of Huntington, he attended Huntington High School and Marshall University. He was an avid sports fan and loved his Thundering Herd and the Cincinnati Bengals. He recently moved to Myrtle Beach to pursue his dreams and was working at Wild Wing Cafe while preparing to return to school. Arch will always be remembered as a loving son, brother and father. Following a memorial in South Carolina, there will be a private interment for the family in West Virginia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arch T. Keller II Memorial Endowment Fund for Recovery Point of Huntington, 2425 9th Ave., Huntington, WV 25703.
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Jillian Burton
December 31, 2016
Jillian Burton
December 31, 2016
Jillian Burton
December 31, 2016
I love you so much baby! Happy new year!
Charles and Cathy Spence
August 12, 2016
Arch, Lois, and Zach,
My family's prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Our hearts are broken for the tragic loss of your beloved son. May the peace of God comfort you.
Jay Hall
August 11, 2016
Arch was a really good friend of mine and I have put all his family in the prayers of our church.. God bless ya'll..
Rick Mulholland
August 10, 2016
Arch and Lois, my heart goes out to you both. I was wearing some Marshall gear at Wild Wings when he asked me where I was from. He told me his name and I laughed, smiled, and it made my day. He spoke so highly of you guys. I'm so glad I got to spend a few minutes with him. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Elaine Stumbo
August 10, 2016
My son passed away a couple years ago and at the time he was 35. He and Archie were very good friends. My heart goes out to each and every person that heart is broken. There are hard days ahead but mainly remember the good times, and all the shared love. Danny Stumbo II mom
Maggie Neely-Newcome
August 10, 2016
I hated to get this news over and the weekend. Arch was a very smart, loving friend to all that got the pleasure of going to school with him. Right before he moved to Myrtle Beach I had talk to him several times. Heaven did gain a angel. Praying for his parents and beautiful daughter he was so proud of.
Maggie Neely-Newcome
August 9, 2016
We are so sorry to hear this very sad news. Helen and John Niles
Erin Watts
August 9, 2016
Arch, you will be missed. I will always be thankful to you for giving Brian and I a place to stay! Prayers are with your family and daughter! Give Brian a hug in heaven for me❤
Steve and Kay Smith
August 9, 2016
Arch and Lois
May God give you lots of love to sustain you and to help fill the hole that is in your hearts.
Michael Fiery
August 9, 2016
From 7th to 12th grade, I spent more time with Arch than anyone else. I guess that makes him my best friend for those years. We lost touch as I moved out of state but I'll never forget him. We won the city roller hockey championship together. Rode together to school, went on trips and even senior trip. He was a kind, easy going guy and nice to everyone he'd meet. Praying for Zach, Lois, Big Arch and especially his daughter Riley.
Cliff Sullivan
August 9, 2016
Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. It is always a tragedy when someone is taken too young. I remember all the fun we had playing sports and in school together. Rest easy my friend.
Jami Jones
August 8, 2016
Arch is a great guy that will be missed by many. Sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers going up to the family.
Percy Jones
August 8, 2016
Arch, i still remember me and my cousin coming to your house almost everyday to play with you and zach after school... 1st and only time i put on was in Your bck yard in the snow... We played sega genesis, your mother would take us downtown to watch the skateboarders do tricks on the ramps... You will never be forgotten... 1 love
Lori Huff
August 8, 2016
This obituary describes Arch so very well. He was such a kind, warm-hearted, respectful man. He was such good company and a pleasure to be around. His passing is such a tragic loss for so many. God has definitely gained a beautiful angel to watch over us all, especially his beautiful daughter Riley. My thoughts and prayers go out to Arch's family, as well as his friends and loved ones. May God wrap his arms around each and every one of you as you seek peace and comfort during this difficult time.
RIP Buddy.....you will be greatly missed!
August 8, 2016
Lois and Arch will always have fond memories of Arch and will always remember that it is because of him that we have our Riley who loved him dearly. will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers for ever more. In Christian Love, Beverly
Scott Harrison
August 8, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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