Barbara Jean Keeler

Barbara Jean Keeler obituary, Essexville, MI

Barbara Jean Keeler

Barbara Keeler Obituary

Published by Penzien-Steele Funeral Home - In Bay City on Dec. 19, 2016.
Barb, age 88 years, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2016 at her home. She was born in Bay City on November 4, 1928 to the late Edward C. and Vera G. (Fargo) Smith. She was a graduate of Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Barb was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and was active with the Junior Choir. She enjoyed horse racing and made many trips to the pre-Kentucky Derby races. She was an Honorary Kentucky Colonel. On May 24, 1952, she married Walter F. Keeler and he preceded her in death on December 27, 2002. Survivors include her children: Chuck (Keli) Keeler, Andy (Ellen) Keeler and Nancy Keeler, 5 grandchildren: Jennifer (Mike) Loria, Scott (Erin Katz) Keeler, Alan Keeler, Brad (Devon) Keeler and Amy (Chris) Runburg, 12 great-grandchildren, several nieces, a sister-in-law, Martha Keeler, a special cousin, Elizabeth (Chuck) Atkari and a special friend, Carolyn (Howard) Johnson. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Bryan Bush, a sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Wilson Ward and a special cousin, Billie Smith. Funeral Service will be on Friday, December 23, 2016 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church. The Rev. Susan C. Rich will officiate. Cremation will follow and the cremated remains of Barb and her husband, Walter, will be joined together at Trinity Episcopal Church Columbarium for their final journey. Visitation will be on Thursday, December 22, 2016 from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. at Penzien-Steele Funeral Home. She will lie in state at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until service time. Memorial contributions can be made to Trinity Episcopal Church or Heartland Hospice.

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December 14, 2020

Butch and Judy Rohde posted to the memorial.

December 31, 2016

Judy Rohde posted to the memorial.

December 22, 2016

Sue Reinhardt posted to the memorial.

Butch and Judy Rohde

December 14, 2020

She was a very warm, smart and caring lady. We miss our yearly visits with her and catching up on all the local news.

Judy Rohde

December 31, 2016

Mom Keeler was a wonderful, thoughtful and kind woman. My husband thought of her as a second mother. She always kept us up on the happenings in Bay City. She was an intelligent and independent lady who will be missed by many.

Sue Reinhardt

December 22, 2016

Dear Nancy,
I am very sorry about your Mom. She was a really nice lady. Though it is a sorrowful time for you, I hope you find comfort knowing she is with your Dad in Heaven. I pray that our Lord keeps you safe in his care during this sad time. Love, Sue

Charlie & Renee Morgan

December 21, 2016

Dear Chuck, Andy, & Nancy
So sorry to hear of you Mom's passing. Lots of great memories of both your Mom & Dad. Your Dad was my first customer when I opened my Service Station in 1964 and I got your Mom's car ready every Spring for her trip to the horse races in Kentucky every spring. They were great friends and will always have a special place in my Heart.

George & Marie (Niedzwiecki )Anthony

December 21, 2016

Chuck, Andy & Nancy,
She is now reunited with your Dad. Your treasured memories will live on with you forever and may they help you find the comfort you need in the days to come. Thoughts of our old neighborhood are so special. We were so blessed to have the parent's and friendships that made us who we are today. May you draw strength from each other as you go through these coming days. With our heartfelt sympathy and prayers..

Sue Page. (Krzy)

December 21, 2016

I loved Mrs. Keeler- what an amazing lady ( and adored Mr. too❣
Good people- part of a legacy neighborhood Love to family , she loved family and friends....I will be by to visit her and have some M&M's

George & Marie (Niedzwiecki) Anthony Anthony

December 20, 2016

Dear Chuck, Andy and Nancy,
So sorry for your very great loss. Your Mother and Dad both were wonderful neighbors and also dear friends to our Mom & Dad. What special times we had in that neighborhood because of the parents we had. May your days be filled with all the special memories you have and may they comfort you at this difficult time.
Love, sympathy and prayers.

John and Chris Vetter

December 20, 2016

Nancy,
Thinking of you and your family fondly during this time of grief. May the Lord be with you and provide
good memories of your Mom.
Thinking and praying for you all

Bettie Kapla

December 20, 2016

Nancy, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know your heart is heavy with missing her. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Gary and Michelle Griffin

December 20, 2016

Chuck, Andy and Nancy,
Sending prayers, friendship and love to you all! Your Mom's warmth and spirit will remain in your hearts forever...and will inspire the happiness, love and laughter you each share with the world! Know you are each surrounded by the prayers and support of all those who love you. Wishing you the healing presence of Christ's peace, the hope and joy that the holiday season represents and the unequaled beauty of the cherished memories you each treasure of your mom! With much love always,

Jami Britton

December 20, 2016

Nancy-(and family),

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your mom. Prayers for God's strength and peace.

Love,
The Britton's

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Lynn Coburn

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Patricia Diekevers

December 20, 2016

Dear Nancy,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.So sorry for your loss.May you experience God's loving arms around you.
Ken and Pat 7'sma Diekevers

Betty Edwards

December 20, 2016

Ellen sorry...didn't read very well. Sorry about hubby's mother's passing. Same thing applies.

Betty Edwards

December 20, 2016

Ellen I am so sorry that your mother has passed! She's in Heaven now dancing with the Angels...but I know you'll miss her. Love and prayers my friend.

Richard & Linda Niedzwiecki

December 20, 2016

Chuck, Andy, and Nancy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was always one one of those special ladies in our 7th & Johnson neighborhood. In fact, our neighborhood was blessed with many of special ladies. I'm sorry we won't be able to make the funeral because we'll be at our daughter's house in Interlochen for Christmas. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this difficult time.

Valerie Kegley

December 20, 2016

She was an exceptional card queen. I admired the way she lived with grace and dignity always trying to make others a little happier. At peace now with her husband and parents in heaven probably writing out Christmas cards at this very moment. Amazing lady!
Sending prayers and love to my cousins Chuck, Andy and Nancy.

Martha (Miller) O'Flaherty

December 19, 2016

Dear Keeler Family, sending warm thoughts and prayers to you all. I know how difficult this must be...Love.

Valerie Kegley

December 19, 2016

A special aunt who was an exceptional card queen. She lived with grace and dignity under less than ideal circumstances. May she rest in peace now with her husband Walt. Sending love and prayers to my cousins Chuck, Andy and Nancy.

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