Name: Visitation for Robert L. Keeler
Start: 2022-09-18T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-09-18T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Towamencin Mennonite Church

Robert L. Keeler 66, of Hatfield, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday September 10, 2022 at his residence. Born in Sellersville, PA., he was a son of Verna Keeler- Martin and the late Curtis Keeler. He was employed as a longtime reporter and editor for Montgomery Media, Souderton Independent, Perkasie News-Herald, as well as The Reporter and formerly the Pocono Record. Mr. Keeler was a member of Towamencin Mennonite Church. Robert was a voracious reader and loved writing. In addition to his mother, Robert is survived by: a son Eric Keeler of Slatington Pa. a stepson Stephen Farnack of Myerstown Pa. Brothers, Curtis Ray Keeler and his wife Connie of Telford, Glenn Keeler and his wife Ruth of Kutztown and a sister, Cheryl Hunsberger, and her husband Rodney of Richlandtown. Robert is survived by his ex-wife Linda Harris, of Slatington. Robert is also survived by granddaughters Jordyn and Averi, as well as many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held on Sunday September 18, 2022, at 2:30 PM at Towamencin Mennonite Church, 1980 Sumneytown Pike, Kulpsville Pa. 19443. Family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 PM at the Church prior to the service. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family in Towamencin Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made in Robert’s honor to Towamencin Mennonite Church 1980 Sumneytown Pike P.O. Box 225 Kulpsville, PA. 19443. Arrangements are by the Sadler-Suess Funeral Home, Telford. www.sadlersuessfuneralhome.net

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Published by Montgomery Newspapers from Sep. 13 to Sep. 18, 2022.

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Andred Rohland

September 10, 2023

I suspect that Bob was too modest to be aware of how much people appreciated him, both for himself and for his work, and I hope that, somehow, he understands this now. A year after his passing, it's still hard to believe that he's not here, doing what he did so well and what he enjoyed doing.

Wendy Leshinskie

September 9, 2023

We who have been touched by Bob's kind words and impartial reporting in the past still miss his presence, photos, and spirit at community events. More than once I have heard other people say, "I wish Bob were here reporting on this." May family memories keep him near in your hearts and sharing.

Andrea Rohland

September 16, 2022

Bob was the best friend anyone could hope to have. He was extremely generous with his time, patient, unjudging, kind and understanding; he was also incredibly thoughtful, and always humorous, as expressed in his recent mock-outrage over expensive food truck hotdogs. Oh, how he wanted one, but he held strong: "Seven bucks a dog," he wrote, "Not gonna pay that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Didn't pay that." I've known Bob almost all my life, and I had hoped to have many more years enjoying his company, but that wasn't meant to be. Now we're left with the memories, and I can truly say that there is no one like Bob. He was an original. As he frequently reminded me, he hated change, but throughout his life, he managed to adapt to every change that came his way, steadily working hard to overcome each obstacle, and he succeeded. I'd like to be able to tell him that he should be proud of everything he's achieved, personally and professionally, and I am blessed to have known him. Thinking about Bob now, I am reminded of a Canadian aviator poet who once wrote, "Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth/ [W]hile with silent, lifting mind I've trod/ The high untrespassed sanctity of space,/ Put out my hand, and touched the face of God."

Debby High

September 15, 2022

Many Condolences to family and those who knew Bob well! Bob was a great friend and I am blessed to have worked, as a freelance photographer alongside of him for many years. Bob touched so many people through his incredible reporting and stories for community events. In loving memory for a wonderful person. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wendy Leshinskie

September 15, 2022

Our paths crossed many times over the years due to his work in the newspapers and my community involvement. Bob was such a familiar face with his notebook and phone/camera in hand at local events. He was greatly appreciated by many people for his presence, even fair reporting, interest in what was happening in our organizations and communities, and his unobtrusive presence. You will be missed more than you may have known.

Andrea Rohland

September 14, 2022

A selfie of Bob

Dr. Alexander Grande III

September 14, 2022

Bob was a great friend of the Indian Valley Public Library and the greater Indian Valley Community. His love of his community was expressed by his authentic reporting and attendance at many community events. His impact on the community was appreciated, will last forever and will be sorely missed.

Andrea

September 13, 2022

Bob was my former brother-in-law and a good friend. I hadn't heard from him for a few days and was shocked to discover that he had passed away. If someone from his family could contact me by email, I would greatly appreciate it. I am so deeply sorry for your family's loss. He was such a special person, and I can't imagine the world without him.

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