Name: Calling hours for James Keller
Start: 2019-06-17T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-06-18T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home - Manchester

James Keller, 53, of Manchester passed away June 5th 2019. He was the husband of Zena (Tsapatsaris) Keller, and the son of Jack Keller and the late Roberta (Perme) Keller. Born in Garden City, MI October 12th 1965, he moved to Halifax, PA in 1973 and then in 1986 moved to CT and eventually settled in Manchester. Jim worked at Allied Printing for the past 13 years. He was previously involved with Manchester Little League and was a Boy Scout Leader. Jim enjoyed golfing, riding his motorcycle, bowling, discussing and debating the truth about sasquatch and aliens, and spending time with family and friends. He was a friend to everyone he met and will be missed by many. Besides his wife and father, he is survived by his children Calla and Sean, sisters Peggy Chapman, Michele Thomas and her husband Paul, Veronica Shaffner and her husband Jeff, and Frances Whitmer, his brother in law Timothy Buckley, several nieces and nephews, and his beloved cats Lulu, Patsy, Pepper and Birdie, and also Mimi the dog. He was predeceased by his brother Joseph Keller. Calling hours will be held on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 5-8 pm at Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home, 400 Main St. in Manchester. A private burial will be held in East Cemetery, Manchester. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the CT Humane Society a www.cthumane.org/ways-to-give/ To leave an online condolence please visit www.holmeswatkins.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jun. 12, 2019.

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Jack Keller

June 6, 2025

Well, I can't necessarily say it gets any easier. Over the last 2 years I have had my own issues affecting my health, yet, here I am and I wonder why. It's to continue to cherish all my memories of all of you that helps keep me strong and want to live to see my grandkids and great grandkids. I'm sorry I have not had much contact with some and it hurts. I continue to love each and every one. till next year. Love you son and miss you tremendously. Dad

Jack Keller

June 6, 2024

Jim, it is said that it gets easier as time goes by. I am not too sure about that. I reflect on the numerous memories, photos, etc, from over the years to console myself. I miss your periodic updates on the family and your activities. I think of Zena, Calla and Sean often and wish them well. Thank you and your family for being in my life. Love to you and yours. Dad.

Jack Keller

June 6, 2021

Jim, I'm still missing you. I think of you, Zena, Sean and Calla every day. It is said that the grieving gets easier. Maybe it does, but I still hurt realizing you are gone. The loss of Peg and Joe coupled with your passing has made many days hard to fathom that my three oldest have gone. I miss you all. Love to your family. Dad

Thomas Blose

June 7, 2020

Its hard to believe that it has been a year that a good friend was taken away from everybody so soon. Im glad we had the opportunity to go out when I was was traveling, and I recall all the old memories we had growing up as kids and neighbors, these will never be forgotten. I wish Jimmies family all the best and keep him and you guys in my prayers. God bless you all.

Jack Keller

June 6, 2020

It's hard to believe it has been a year since you have gone. I think about you, Zena, Sean, and Calla often. I miss your phone calls letting me know how the family is doing and the accomplishments of the kids. I miss our get togethers when a special occasion would arise. I pause periodically to recall some of the many memories that we've shared over the years. The graduations of the kids, the family reunion in Virginia Beach, the cookouts, Zena's and Momma Z's greek cooking, Shady Glen, so many thoughts. Jim, I miss you and your family. Many people say you will get over it. Sorry, perhaps it will diminish a little but you and your family will not be forgotten. Peace is with you my son. Love. Dad

Albert Searles

June 17, 2019

My thoughts and prayers to Jim's family. He was taken way to soon from us. I worked with Jim for the thirteen years at Allied and he was a great friend who was always there if you needed a hand. He will be dearly missed

Thomas Blose

June 17, 2019

To the Keller family , I'm truly sorry for your loss jimmy was an acceptional friend and I'm sure even a outstanding role idle for his kids to cherish . He passing is way to soon. I will remember the time when we meet last year and remenished for hours of the old times we had growing up as kids, I will never forget him or that time spent for hours at the Chinese parlor just talking. God bless you all.

June 17, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences to the family. May Gods loving kindness comfort the family and give them peace.(1Cor.1:3)

Angela Wing

June 16, 2019

It seems so inadequate to try to put into words what this man has meant to our family. He was the kindest, gentlest, and most patient man and it's truly unbelievable that we have to say goodbye way too soon. Jim helped in the raising of our son, Jesse, by being the best role model as his Boy Scout leader for most of his time in the program. It was through his motivational spirit and with his guidance, that Jesse reached the honor of Eagle Scout...a real testament to Jim's commitment and patient teachings...he spread love with a caring heart, his silly antics, and was always filled with enthusiasm and always with his big smile. Our love and sorrow for Zena, Calla, and Sean....there are no words except we love you and share in your grief and loss and we are here for whatever you may need

Thomas Blose

June 16, 2019

You will be missed my friend

Frances Witmer

June 16, 2019

Zena, Callla and Sean.
It feels too soon to say goodbye to Jim and we are all going to miss him dearly. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May time help to ease the pain of loss we feel today. All my love.

June 15, 2019

I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Remember that praying to God for endurance will help the process of recovery. Psalm 146:9

Hannah Stevenson

June 14, 2019

Words cannot express what a amazing man Jim was. He is and his personality was loved by so many. He will be missed by so many more. I love you all and no words will EVER be able to express my sympathy and empathy to you all. Never forget how much I cared for Jim and every single
one of you. From childhood birthday parties to have a buddy while waiting for bleach to set in on my head in your back yard

Terri Carter

June 13, 2019

Zena, Calla and Sean,
Words cannot express the depth of sympathy and love we have for you. Jim was a great man who will be missed. This world is not a better place today without Jim here. All our love! Terri, Don and Ben Carter.

Jack Keller

June 13, 2019

Zena, Sean, Calla,
I am so sorry for our loss. We have developed many memories over the years with Jim and you. He was a good man who was called too soon. I love him and you all and will miss him terribly. I intend to cherish the memories and keep you all in my heart forever. Love, Dad GPA

June 13, 2019

Zena, Calla, and Sean - I'm so sorry for this great loss. We lost a good one. He went too soon. I will miss his quirkiness and silly antics. Love to you all - Micki

Debra McDonald

June 12, 2019

Zena, you and your whole family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Debra

June 12, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences. May God bring everlasting comfort to your hearts and give you the strength to endure this difficult time.
(2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

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