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Phillip Keller Obituary
Born in Salisbury and raised in Charlotte and Miami, Phil received a Bachelor's in Transportation from the University of Miami. Phil was a dedicated and vital member of the transportation community having a successful career followed by becoming where he served as the General Manager of Transportation and Warehousing for Guy M. Turner, Inc.
Phil was an avid golfer having "meetings out of the office" along with golf retreats at Lake Lure and Santee with Bob and Joe, long-time friends and customers. A regular attendee of the Master's, PGA Championship and Wells Fargo Championships, his co-workers sponsored a tournament in his honor, "That's What Friends are Fore".
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Allison H. Keller, daughter Heather A. Harding of Jacksonville FL; mother, Anne M. Keller of Charlotte, NC; sister JoAnn Lester and her husband, Earl, of Cooleemee, NC; Bobby G. Keller and wife, Amanda, of Charlotte NC; fourteen nephews and nieces, Larry Canipe Jr., Brad Canipe, Chris Canipe, Joseph Keller, Catherine Keller, Julie Willis, Scott Lester, Kathleen Smith, Caitlin Killoy, Kelby Killoy, Caleb Barker, Josiah Barker, Noah Barker and Isabelle Barker.
In honor of Phil's wishes, there will not be a memorial service. However, the family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at McEwen Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Rd. Charlotte, NC 28210.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Keller
Jerry & Robin Burroughs
March 22, 2018
We were so very sorry to hear about Phil's passing. He was a "Great Guy" and will be missed tremendously. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers that God will comfort you during this sad time.
Chris Handel
March 21, 2018
I was so saddened to hear of Phil's passing. He was a wonderful friend. I will miss our conversations at the Wink King. Always had a kind word and smile on his face. I will miss him deeply and remember him with honor and respect.
Tammy Beach
March 21, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Phil was a agent for Harris Transport several years ago and I would talk to him every Friday to give him his comcheck. He would always make you laugh.
Quintin Parker
March 21, 2018
Farewell to a good man and friend who I only knew for a short period of time. May God bless and comfort the family during this most difficult period. Your Wing King buddy, Quintin
Dean & Terri Wuertemberger
March 21, 2018
We will truly miss Phil at the Wing King and on our golf trips. Rest in Peace our friend!
Jim Slawter
March 21, 2018
Have known Phil for many years
Always was a pleasure talking and stories that were told , will miss seeing you when you came out Siemens , RIP
Mike and Liz O'Dell
March 20, 2018
We extend our sincerest sympathy to all of Phil's family. Prayers for deep peace and comfort now and in the days to come. He touched so many who will miss him greatly.
Joyce Walters-Taylor
March 20, 2018
I am so saddened by the passing of Phil. My mother, Elsie Walters taught him in Sunday School many years ago at Yorkmont Baptist Church. I remember Phil and the Keller family well. We are praying for each of you and asking God to comfort your family. God bless each of you.
March 20, 2018
James Boulware Manager at Dr. Charles Sifford Golf Course. We all loved him and he will be missed. RIP my friend.
Michael Humber
March 20, 2018
A friend who will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Phil.
John Bondi
March 20, 2018
Phil was truly an incredible man, I feel honored to have worked for him, and privileged to have known him. Rest in peace my friend, you will be missed.
Linda and Jim Mises
March 20, 2018
So saddened by the news of Phils passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all. He is going to be greatly missed by our family. Love to you all
Mary Simpson
March 20, 2018
I am very sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Phil was a long time customer of mine and I will deeply miss him.
-Mary Simpson/Permit America, Inc.
March 20, 2018
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 16:15*
scott bolf
March 20, 2018
Thanks to the family for allowing Phil to be an important part of our mill here at cowpens he always made things happen for us and was a joy to be around while he was doing it, our love and prayers go out to his family I know he was special to yall also.
Susan Beam-Gilleland
March 20, 2018
Thoughts and prayers for you
Bobby and your family.
Barry Chadborn
March 19, 2018
Sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Prayers to the family. He will be missed. Rest in peace brother Phil.
Nikki Nance
March 19, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Robert Queen
March 19, 2018
Allison: My. Prayers and thoughts will be with You and Heather for a long time I had the pleasure of working with phill for 20 plus years.We work through good times and bad times. Fun times and sorrow time. I AM PROUDE TO CALL HIM FRIEND AND COPRODA! if you need anything please do not hesitate to call . PHILL Will be miss by family ,friends,family of Christ has a new born angle in heaven. Sincerely deepest regrets. QUEEN Family.
Ricky Carlos
March 19, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Suanne Sheppard
March 19, 2018
I'm sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I've worked with him for years through Turner Transfer. My thoughts and prayers to all!
Tommy & Brenda Bailey
March 19, 2018
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family during this time and the weeks to come.
Troy Starr
March 19, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Phil will be very much missed. He was a great friend to me.
Brandy Kress
March 19, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julie Massengill
March 19, 2018
We had the pleasure of spending New Year's Eve weekend with Phil and Allison. He was a wonderful story teller. We enjoyed our time with Phil immensely. Our thoughts and prayers are with Allison and Heather.
Rest in peace Friend.
D and S Barker
March 19, 2018
We are so sorry about Phil's passing. And so shocked. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you, Allison and Heather.
Teresa Fesmire
March 19, 2018
Allison, we are so saddened by the sudden passing of Phil. He was such a great neighbor, and always a joy to chat with. You and your family are in our prayers.
Mike and Sherry Tindall
March 19, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Phil will be missed.
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