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Glen Keller Obituary
Dr. Keller was born May 7, 1927, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Jack and Ruth Keller. Due to the tragic death of his parents, he was in an orphanage and then raised by his grandparents. He was the youngest of five children who were scattered to live with other relatives. Born to meager means, he was always self-sufficient and determined.
He joined the armed services at 17 and served his country valiantly in World War II as part of the United States Navy Construction Battalion (Seabees) in the Pacific Arena and celebrated his 18th birthday on Okinawa. Following the war, he also served in the Air Force.
After the Air Force, he earned his GED and continued his formal education to its culmination as Doctor of Medicine from the University of Arkansas. He spent 55 years in the medical profession, including building a hospital in Arkansas, building two Houston-area hospitals and participating in humanitarian medical trips to Costa Rica. He was very proud that his two sons followed in his footsteps in the medical field and continue his legacy through his grandchildren.
An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed trout fishing and deer, elk and moose hunting. Even moreso, he truly enjoyed the practice of medicine, helping others to heal, and teaching those around him. His favorite title was Dr. Grandad.
He is survived by the love of his life for more than 42 years, Sally J. Keller; his children and their spouses, Michael and Ruth Keller, Kathryn Keller, Kim and Gwen Keller, and Sally and Ron Herbert; grandchildren (and spouse) Kerby, Alex (Chrisy), Michael, Allison, and Sarah Keller and Megan and Emily Herbert; and other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or the American Cancer Society.
Services will be at Klein Funeral Home at 16131 Champion Forest Drive at 2:00 pm Saturday, June 2.
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Memories and Condolences
for Glen Keller
Jana Heidenrich Brooks
February 27, 2013
To the Keller family,
My sympathy goes out to all of you. I always will remember Dr. Keller, as he was my doctor from the early 1970's until the mid 1990's. I was so sorry to hear of his passing.
Richard n Cynthia Budzyn
September 19, 2012
I was just recently informed of Papa Kellers passing. To all of the Keller family. Our hearts and Blessings go out to you all.
Renee Carr
June 30, 2012
I was delivered by Dr. Keller at the clinic in Mountain View, Arkansas, before there was a hospital. I read Dr. Keller's obituary in the Stone County Leader and was impressed to learn more about the good he did over a long career, and to have overcome great challenges in his childhood. Inspirational! My condolences to the family.
S Lerer
June 17, 2012
The staff of American Cancer Fund™ at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Glen's passing. We have received memorial contributions in his name and our sincere condolences go out to his family.
Rebekah Chevalier
June 6, 2012
I received the news of Dr. Keller's passing with much sorrow. He was a very sweet man whom I enjoyed working with a great deal, and have thought of often. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
June 4, 2012
Dr. Mike & Kim, we are so sorry for you and your family's great loss. Our prayers are with your family as you get through this difficult time.
Donnie & Brenda Mixon
Donna Guess
June 3, 2012
Sally, our hearts are grieving for u on the loss of your husband & best friend. May U feel the love of those praying for you. Jesus has received Glen with open arms and he is seeing all loved ones gone before him. Donna and Harry Guess
June 3, 2012
Mrs. Keller- I was so very sad to hear about Dr. Keller' passing!!!!
Really hit me hard as I think about you both a lot!! I count myself blessed to have known this man for so many years!! He was truly a wonderful person!!! I remember putting myself through nursing school with extra money I made house sitting for you guys!! Loved the pool house:) please except my sincere condolences on his passing!! With the fondest of memories- Stephanie Cool Dunshie
Vicki Schoonderwoerd
June 2, 2012
Dear Aunt Sally,
We are so sad for your loss. Our Uncle Glen was a man we were very proud of and loved. He always had a smile and treated us with such kindness. He will be missed. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
June 2, 2012
I have LOVED your precious family for over 40 years! I am so sorry for the loss of Dr. Keller. He will be missed greatly. Praying for my Sally and Sally Ruth in the days ahead. Also for the rest of his loved ones.
"Miss Walling" 4th Grade Teacher @ Greenwood Forest Elementary--Sally Ruth's Teacher & Friend
Sydney Walling McGee
McKinney, Texas
June 2, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. It has been an honor to know you and Glenn. We are so sorry for your loss.
Ernie and Lynne Hall
May 31, 2012
Dear Sally,
The privilege of knowing you and Dr.K was certainly my honor. I just loved seeing you two together - always kidding each other. I am so sorry for your loss. Dr.K will be greatly missed. Love and prayers to you and your sweet family. Karen Stewart
Janet & Tony Deden
May 31, 2012
A learned fellow, a truly brilliant and caring doctor and a lover of all things good. Rest in peace Glen. To Sally, our deepest condolences on your loss.
Janet Kantenberger
May 31, 2012
Dr. Mike and Kim Keller,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Janet and David Kantenberger
May 30, 2012
I'm so sorry for the loss of your father, Dr. Kim Keller. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
A Patient, Yvonne Schulze
May 30, 2012
Dr. Mike,
Sorry for the loss of your Dad. I truly respected this man. He was a "rock".
Marshall Schoth
May 30, 2012
My sincere condolences. May gentle healing and fond memories give all of you strength...Sue Vetters, Bayou Vista, Tx.
May 30, 2012
Dear Mike and Kim, I worked with your Dad as well as you both in surgery; I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Beverly Sempe, Dime Box, Texas
May 29, 2012
A great and caring man who touched the lives of so many will surely find the Peace of Christ. Our hearfelt condolences to you, dearest Sally. You were not only the love of his life but his best friend through all the years.
Dr. Dickey Peterson, Cathy and Holly Peterson
May 29, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Sally. Your friends at Derma Technique Day Spa
Thomas McQuilling
May 29, 2012
My deepest condolences. We cherish the Memories of all those summers in Maine. The McQuilling Family
Frank&Boots Carker
May 28, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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