Alton Nelson Keller

Alton Nelson Keller obituary, Van Buren, AR

Alton Nelson Keller

Alton Keller Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jan. 11, 2023.
Alton Nelson Keller, 79, of Van Buren, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 in Fort Smith. He was born December 10, 1943 in Mulberry to the late Nelson and Odell (Miller) Keller. He was retired from Hickory Springs Mfg.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Keller.
He is survived by his wife, Crickett of the home; a son, Stuart Keller and fiancée Keri Gunter of Van Buren; a brother, James Keller of Greenwood; the mother of his children, Erlene Shaddy; seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.
Graveside memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Gill Cemetery. Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR.
The family will visit with friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2023, at Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home, 4100 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR.

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Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home

4100 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956

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