Cindy Jean Keller

Cindy Jean (Goddard) Keller, 70, passed away in her home on July 27, 2025, in Laramie, Wyoming.

Cindy was born in Portland, Oregon, on January 19, 1955, the youngest daughter of James D. Goddard and Beryl E. (Simonson) Goddard. In the early parts of her childhood, she moved from Portland to Moscow, Idaho, then back to Salem, Oregon. She attended and graduated from McNary High School in Salem, where she actively participated in Girls Glee, Concert Choir, and The Highlanders.

At 21 years old, Cindy followed a friend to Laramie, Wyoming, for vacation, only to end up staying for good. Not long after her visit, she met and later married the love of her life, Kevin K. Keller. They married in Laramie on July 10th, 1982. They had 43 years together, and Cindy always loved recognizing that her and Kevin's anniversary was the same day of Wyoming's statehood.

During Cindy's first year in Laramie, she attended the College of Art at the University of Wyoming while bartending at the Buckhorn Bar. Cindy realized college was not for her while also beginning what turned into a 22-year career as the retail advertising and classified ad manager for The Laramie Boomerang. Cindy's artwork and ideas attracted attention through the advertisements, and she became a staple of the local newspaper, where her creations were used long after her departure.

Cindy then worked for a few years with the City of Laramie, assisting with parks and rec, the cemetery, and the rec center. Cindy found her second home at the Laramie Fire Department, where she enjoyed a 20-year career as an administrative assistant. Cindy loved the fire department and made sure she kept everyone on their toes by getting receipts on time, paperwork submitted, payroll, and many other tasks. She also never missed a birthday and was an instrumental part of the fire department family before retiring in April 2024.

Cindy was a ray of sunshine. Her love of life, vibrant positive attitude, and caring personality were instantly addictive and absorbed by anyone in her presence. Cindy was known for being five feet of pure love and grit. She was a lover of animals, especially dogs, and always had her golden retrievers and one cute little beagle by her side.

She loved adventures with her family, whether it was fishing or camping. Cindy always enjoyed a good book and soaking up the sun next to her motor home while the boys went hunting. As Cindy aged, her love for adventures continued with many miles on four-wheelers and drives through the Snowy Range Mountains for the color changes of fall leaves, and the early summer opening of Highway 130.

Cindy had a knack for creating her own brand. She enjoyed attending auctions and garage sales as she and Kevin started their entrepreneurial ventures, managing multiple booths at Bart's Flea Market. The initials of CJK were recognizable at the flea market, and you knew right away who you were purchasing your treasures from.

More than anything, Cindy loved being a wife, a mother, and a Grammy. Her creative ideas filled her home and the homes of her loved ones, as she left a lasting impact of core memories for years to come. Much like the lighthouses of the Oregon coast that she loved to visit, Cindy was a guiding light that was selfless and steadfast. You instantly felt loved and celebrated the moment she stepped into the room. As she once said, "Life is a journey, and love and family is what makes that journey worthwhile."

Cindy is preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Beryl Goddard, as well as several other family members who were influential in her life.

Cindy is survived by her husband, Kevin K. Keller, and her loving golden retriever, Piper. She is survived by her son Cody J. Keller (Jennifer), along with her six grandchildren, Ian, Brady, Jax, Jack, Georgia, and Kennedy. Cindy is also survived by her sister, Pam B. Piesker (Doug), and her brother, Mark D. Goddard (Julia), along with her extended family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to an animal organization in Laramie, as Cindy would love to know that any animal is being well cared for.