Name: Visitation for Thomas Gerald Keller
Start: 2021-02-14T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-02-14T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Nelson Funeral Home - Yorkville

Thomas Gerald Keller, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 6, 2021 in Yorkville, IL. He was born April 13, 1965 to Edward and Joan Keller in Aurora, IL.
Tom lived most of his life in Bristol, IL and was a 1983 graduate of Yorkville High School. He was also a graduate of the University of Illinois-Champaign.
He briefly lived in Chicago when he was employed at the Mercantile Exchange, where he thrived on the excitement and fast-paced environment. For the past 20 years he was employed by his best friend, Hank Artlip, at Artlip and Sons in Sales Management.
Tom had a zest for life and pursued many and varied interests, including playing the drums, art classes, wake boarding, downhill and cross country skiing, crossfit training, photography, astronomy, archery, and sponsoring the TomK-5k on the summer solstice. He enjoyed being with his family and many, many friends. Tom turned strangers into friends wherever he went. His happy demeanor and engaging personality will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Joan Dolder, his sister, Peggy (Jay) Stutz, brothers, Tim (Adele) Keller, Dennis (Denise) Keller, half-brothers, Mike (Denise) Keller, Patrick Keller, step-sisters, Debbie (Tom) Dorans and Dawn Allen. He will also be sadly missed by all his nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Keller, step-mother, Linda Keller, step-father, Gary Dolder, grandparents, Earl and Evelyn Leifheit, and Henry and Marie Keller.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, February 15, 2021 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 406 Walnut St., Yorkville, IL with Father Matthew Lamoureux M.I.C. officiating. Interment will follow in Lincoln Memorial Park, Aurora, IL.
Friends may visit from 1:00 until 5:00 PM on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the Nelson Funeral Home, 1617 N. Bridge St., Yorkville, IL.
Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com or 630-553-7611.

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Published by Beacon News on Feb. 10, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Keller

18 Entries

Tim King

February 15, 2021

I am so sad to learn of Tom's passing. I feel sorry for all of the friends and family who will be missing his smile and care every day.
Although it has been years since I last saw him, Tom's childhood friendship created dear memories for me from Bristol Grade School through YHS. I'll always remember the joy of being able to have some fun with Tom and the Willowbrook classmates.

Tom, You are greatly missed by so many, and you left a such a wonderful legacy of happy thoughts and friendship.

Michele & Tom Andrews

February 15, 2021

Toms' bright smile and friendly, fun loving personality made you feel like old friends.
We had fun times on the river that made for
some great stories and surfin' pics that we can share to keep his memory alive.
PEACE & LOVE
Thank you Tom, for the gift of your beautiful friendship

Greg Dennin

February 14, 2021

Always laughed every time l saw Tom, so many great times over the years

Love, the Andrews family

Planted Trees

Love, Pam and Tom

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Kennise

February 13, 2021

Tom brought nothing but kindness and laughter to so many people. I feel fortunate to have crossed paths with such a rare gem.
My heart goes out to his family and friends.
God bless you Tom, you truly will be missed.

Kennise Miller

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Greg Binder

February 13, 2021

I am so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. He was a long time drawing student of mine... and good friend. He lit up every room that he entered. His humor, intelligence and unassuming demeanor made his presence a joy for all. I am deeply saddened that I will no longer be able to joke and laugh with Tom.

Scott Nelson

February 13, 2021

While it has been years since I have seen Tom, I will always remember hanging out with him, Greg, Ben, and Billy at 1040 Roscoe. We had great times and lively discussions. It was so impactful knowing Tom during those formative years in our 20's. Tom you will be missed, so sorry to hear of his passing.

Pete and Ruthie Hettinger

February 13, 2021

To Joan and her family: so sorry for your loss. Parents should not have to bury their children. Try to stay warm and dry. As long as you live he will live because he is part of you

Kelly Smith

February 12, 2021

See ya again someday Tommy

Katie Zinzer

February 12, 2021

My deepest sympathy, Aunt Joan, Peggy, Tim, Denny and family.

Patricia Legat

February 11, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Robert Lay

February 10, 2021

It was a sad day when I heard of Tom's passing. His humor, intelligence, and passion for life are the memories I will retain. In college, Tom, Tim and I would spend hours on one of his passions, maps of the world and countries. But his interests were many and varied, and his perspective and knowledge made for many an interesting conversation.

My condolences to all those who knew him, loved him, and were touched by him.

Ginger York

February 10, 2021

Tom was a friend of my son Greg at Yorkville High School. He was always such a happy and engaging person. As the obituary says, anyone who met him became a friend. I am so sad to hear of his passing. He will be missed by many. Ginger York

Jim and Marilyn

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Greg Textrum

February 10, 2021

I know Tom will be missed by so many due to his larger than life ability to make friends and keep us all smiling and laughing. Thanks Tom, for being such an interesting guy and a great friend.

Nancy Priebe

February 10, 2021

Sincere condolences to Tom's family. He was always such a great guy. He will be missed.

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