Photo courtesy of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home - Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls, Texas
Dec 13, 1949 – May 8, 2025
Zelma Ruth Keyser, 75, of Bryson, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with ALS. She was born on December 13, 1949, in Graham, Texas, to Mark Elbert and Zelma Juanita Cullers. She graduated from Holliday High School in 1968.
Zelma was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose life was marked by compassion, perseverance, and love. She worked tirelessly to support her family and took immense pride in the lives of her children and grandchildren. Her caring heart touched everyone she met.
Zelma had a deep love for her church, Tenth and Broad Church of Christ, and cherished the friendships she built at Parkstone Senior Village. Whether solving puzzles or playing cards with her Parkstone friends, she found joy in the simple pleasures and in the company of others.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her beloved brother, Elbert Daniel "Danny" Cullers.
Survivors include her three children: Ken Keyser and wife Lisa of Bryson, Heather and husband Michael Neer of Bryson, and Leann and husband Perry Curry of Wichita Falls; three sisters, Noma Heuchert and husband Bob, Pam Schmidt and husband Jimmy, and Becky Schmidt and husband Ronnie, all of Wichita Falls. She is also survived by thirteen grandchildren: Jonathan Keyser and wife Katie, Lydia Walden and husband Parker, Maryum Moore and husband Mason, Makayla Budarf and husband Trey, Kendri Keyser, Zoey and Shelby Neer, and Sophia, Nicholas, and Alexander Curry; as well as four great-grandchildren: Maverick, Korbin, Aaliyah, and Quade.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the compassionate staff at Sheridan Medical Lodge and Hospice of Wichita Falls for their care and support during her illness.
A celebration of life will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 6, 2025 in the chapel of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home, 1317 9th St., Wichita Falls, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, P.O. Box 4804, Wichita Falls, TX 76308 or to the Sonshine House, 912 Broad Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com
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I knew Zelma from when she was at WM in Graham. We always talked as much as we could. She was a very sweet and kind person. My sympathy to Ken and family, have known Ken for some time, a dear son to Zelma.
Charlotte West
May 17, 2025 | Graham, TX | Friend
So sorry for your loss. We went to high school in Holliday. God bless.
Margaret (Wilson) Biter
May 14, 2025 | Iowa Park, TX | Classmate
We’re praying for all of you in this sad time. Zelma was a wonderful person. Love and hugs
Delaina Goss
May 13, 2025 | Mexia, TX | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cam Montoya
May 10, 2025 | Graham, TX | Friend
To family so sorry hear of Zelma passing we knew her growing up in Bryson till they moved to Holiday have memories of her and family such a sweet lady praying for the family cherish those good memories
Larry and Terry Nantz
May 09, 2025 | BRYSON, TX | Friend
I met Zelma at elementary school Antelope ISD long years ago. We kept up with each other throughout our lives. I’m thinking of her loved ones, may God comfort you
Pauline Dunham
May 09, 2025 | Jacksboro, TX | Friend
Clarence and I send our condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clarence and Cheryl Rasco
May 09, 2025 | Andrews, TX | Family
Ken, Heather, Leeann and families, so very sorry for the loss of your precious mother. I always thought she was so beautiful inside and out. Prayers sent ♥
Susan Hull
May 09, 2025 | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I'm gonna miss you love you
Delia Phillips
May 09, 2025 | Port Lavaca, TX | Friend