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Jayne Keller Obituary
Born March 18, 1954 in York, Maine, the daughter of William and Madeline Ruth (Brannen) Shepard, she was raised in Eliot, Maine, and was a graduate of Marshwood High School, Class of 1972. She was also a graduate of N.H. Technical College in Stratham, where she received her C.N.A. license.
She resided in Gonic for the past 18 years.
She is survived by her husband, Stephen E. Keller of Gonic and her two daughters, Lisa and husband, Dale Alexander of Milton Mills, Jennifer and husband, Kevin Gelinas of Greenville, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Madyson and Trevor Alexander, Tyler and Grant Gelinas; three siblings, Robert Shepard, Dennis Shepard and Diana Henson, several nieces and nephews; her mother-in-law, Doris Begin of Rochester; her dear friends, Don and Annette Plaisted and their daughter, Lynnette Plaisted-Holmes and many other cherished friends.
A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made in her memory to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital or the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are in the care of Peaslee Funeral Home, 24 Central St., Farmington.
To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com.
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Lisa Alexander
February 3, 2025
I wish you were here mom.
Gail Barzelay
February 3, 2021
Oh my dear, Jayne, so many years have passed but I am still missing you every day. I think of you often. I wish that we could have had more time together, but I am thankful for the time that we did have. We were so much alike and yet so different. Sing with your angels dear Jayne and save me a place with you. ❤ I love you to the moon and back. Rip my dear dear friend.
Gail Barzelay
March 6, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Jayne was a great friend. She loved life and loved her family and her cats. We had lost touch for many years. We somehow found each other again and just started sharing our lives. Unfortunately, it was all cut so short by her passing, but she is not longer battling with cancer. I will always remember her. She will be sorely missed.
February 14, 2011
Sorry for lost.
Richard A. Emery
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Bonnie Rix-Hendrix
February 11, 2011
I'm so glad that we got to reconnect after so many years. What time we had to reminice of days past and laughing til wee hours of the night about our school girl days, the love we have share of animals (domestic and wild), you called them your kids. Now you are Home and will suffer no longer my friend. You will be missed by all who knew you (past and present). My prayers are with your family. Sleep with your Angels Dear Friend.
Sara and Ralph Richardson
February 11, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Stephen, and the entire Keller family. Jayne was a kind and loving person. Her family was more important than anything. Your love gave her the courage to battle cancer with strength and grace. She will never be forgotten. The world has lost a very special person.
Jo-Ann Dygert
February 11, 2011
I went to school with Jayney and graduated with her. I feel so sad at her passing. I will always remember her as a really cute redhead and I am so grateful that for the last couple of months, we had a reconnection. I am so sorry for the loss!
William Putnam
February 11, 2011
Jayne,it's such a short time we have to connect and you've made it worth while. Your struggle is over and you can now rest in peace. May the Lord bless and keep your family in their loss.
Linda Ware
February 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Jayne's family,I am so thankful i had the chance to talk to her and remember great memories we had as kids,as i believe that one day we will meet up again,and i will hear her laugh and say cuz remember the time... oh so well.love you Jayne, be ready for that hug!!!
Don & Joan Arms
February 10, 2011
Jayne,
You fought a long hard battle with amazing strength and grace, you took each day as it came and looked forward to each tomorrow no matter what you had to deal with, and my brother showed great corage and love and stood by your side no matter how hard it was for you and him, may you RIP forever and ever for all eternity.
With love from your brother and sister-in law for ever and ever.
Meredith Morse
February 10, 2011
RIP Auntie Jayne...we all love you and you will be missed dearly.
sylvie/mark donovan
February 10, 2011
thanks for being a friend and we cant beat them all jayne and still hope that cancer could get cancer and kill it so you tried luv u and rest comfortably in your new journey donovan/sylvie
Sharon/Craig O'Meara
February 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now, Stephan. Jayne was such a sweet and loving lady. She will be missed.
Linda Sprague
February 10, 2011
Lisa, I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Linda Sprague
February 10, 2011
Thank you for your talks, smiles, and memories. You have taught me to be strong even when times are difficult. Watching you battle cancer with grace and ease was inspiring. You were so strong and were determined to beat it..even when the odds were against you. I love you so much and you will be missed. I know you will be watching us and finding you own way to guide us. You are at peace now.
~Love
Jenn, Kevin, Tyler, and Grant
February 10, 2011
Thank you for our talks, smiles, laughter, and memories. You will be missed. You taught me how to be strong in difficult times...watching you battle cancer and making it seem like it was a breeze was inspiring. Your with me today, tomorrow, and always.
~Jenn, Kevin, Tyler, and Grant Gelinas
Lisa,Dale,Madyson and Trevor Alexander
February 9, 2011
Mom, we shared laughter, tears and roller coaster rides.. I am glad that we had our talks..I know you were brave and strong...Now you can sit back and just watch! And I know you're watching!I know you loved us all! I know you are happy where you are, and that helps my heart..We love you! You will be missed...
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