Jack Waldon Keller

KELLER Jack Waldon Keller, age 85, passed away on May 15, 2012. He was born in Cove Ohio on August 18, 1926. He was the 7th son of a 7th son, and the last son born of 11 children. He was preceded in death by his parents George O. Keller, and Anna M (Broyles) Keller, His brothers Millard, George, John, Brian, Dan, and twin brother Pat, his sisters Connie Pyle, Faye Spohn, and Anndell Abherve, and Carol Arthur. He leaves to mourn his passing his beloved wife of 64 years, Phyllis (Tootie) Riggle Keller; his sister, Susie Eisnaugle; his sons, Gary (Robin) Keller and Steve (Kathy) Keller; grandsons, Brian, Brenton, Eric; granddaughter, Annalynn; and extended family, Stephanie, Amy, and Melinda. He also leaves many nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law. Jack retired after 35 years of service as sales representative with Metropolitan Life Insurance. During those years he was always the leading agent in his district, and one year the leading Metropolitan agent in the Nation. He received various awards and honors, including a 1969 Mustang. He was a very devoted Father and Husband. After he retired he enjoyed playing golf, playing cards, talking about his Ford Focus, and mowing his grass (often). Jack was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army Air Corp in the Asian Pacific. He was a lifetime member of the local Elks and American Legion. Funeral arrangements are with the EISNAUGLE-LEWIS FUNERAL HOME. Viewing hours are on Friday, May 18, from 4-8 p.m. The funeral will be at the same location at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 19. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe sent to The Holzer Foundation, 100 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631. Online condolences to www.e-k-lewisfuneral.com.