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William "Bill" G. Keyler
Of Beech Grove, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2011 in Indianapolis. He was born in Indianapolis to the late Gilbert and Margaret(Ley)Keyler.
He worked as an electrician and a chief estimator for Anderson Electric for 43 yrs. before retiring in 1988. He was a long time member of Holy Name Catholic Church.
Bill is survived by his loving wife of 65 yrs. Alice Gough Keyler and their four children, Michael (wife Debbie), Margaret, John, and Daniel (wife Joanne) Keyler. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; his brother, Robert (wife Marilyn) Keyler; his sister-in-law, Carol Keyler, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Bill was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Gilbert Keyler.
He loved camping, and making pens from Corian. He then became known as the "Pen Man" to his friends and family.
Bill was a wonderful family man, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all.
Friends may call on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from 4 to 8 p.m. in Little and Sons Funeral Home Beech Grove Chapel . A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wed. November 9, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in Holy Name Catholic Church. Burial in Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Name Catholic Church or St. Roch Catholic Church. http://www.littleandsonsbeechgrove.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Kelli Faut-Williams
November 8, 2011
The Keyler Family (Bob & family),
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I am sure the memories you share will allow him to live on in each of your hearts. As a result of reading this brief writing, I already am researching the Corian Pens and may potentially look into this as a hobby. My blessings and prayers at this time.
Kelli Faut .
November 8, 2011
Dear Alice, and family, Frances & I wish to let you know that your names have come up in our conversations many times and remember as we have had medical problems, we haven't had the opportunity to come to see you guy's. Now we can only give you our condolences and love. Louis & Frances Burge
patty hendrix mcintosh
November 8, 2011
Dear Dan, Joanne and the Keyler family,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know you are in my prayers as you go through this sad time in your life.
Dan,I think of you everytime I hear the song "walk this way" :)good times.
Sincerely, Patty (Hendrix) McIntosh
Mark Shelton
November 7, 2011
Dan and family.Sorry to read about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mark and Laura
Ralph Kittrell
November 7, 2011
We were saddened to hear of Mr. Keyler's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss and grief. We are making a contribution in Mr. Keyler's name to Holy Name. May God be with you, bless you and keep you all.
Ralph and Melissa Kittrell
Mary Thomas
November 7, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Keyler was a very good man. He was kind to all that he came into contact with. I enjoyed have little chats with him whenever I had the opportunity when working with Maggie. Please know that he is with our Father in heaven and although your hearts are heavy now, you can rest assured you will se him again. If there is anything that you need, please feel free to let me know. Mary Cae Thomas
November 7, 2011
Dan, Joanne and family,
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. He was a wonderful man. Please know that you guys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy and Matthew Steadham
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