Nathan Richard Keller

Nathan Richard Keller, 26 of Edina unexpectedly passed away into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on Oct. 31, 2023. He was stricken with a rare pulmonary embolism. Upon birth, his parents selected his name because he truly was "a gift given by God". As a child Nathan was always inquisitive, occasionally leading to a bit of mischief, which he regarded as fun. However, he always had a gentle caring spirit and an enormous sensitive heart. Nathan attended Our Lady of Grace School in Edina K-8th grade where developed his strong foundation in faith. Those formative years taught Nathan to love the Lord, excel in academic rigor, and embrace a community of teachers and lifelong friends. He was very active in sports and other activities, which was an extension of his gregarious personality. Nathan chose St. Thomas Academy in Mendota Heights for high school where he expanded his scope of friendship and embraced the value of being a Cadet. He was a leader and active in soccer, Crack Drill Squad and other activities that helped shape his personality. He enjoyed his years at St. Thomas and often spoke about the great young men he met and the significant lessons he learned as well as his foundation of faith. Nathan attended the University of Wisconsin in Madison for two years in the business program. He then worked at various retail jobs in the metro area while pursuing his passion of Hip Hop music. He was proud of his songs and albums which he released on Spotify. He was a true sports enthusiast and loved playing golf. Nathan will always be remembered for his kind and gentle spirit which he shared with everyone he met. His smile, laughter and deep love for family and friends is the legacy he leaves behind for the many lives he touched along the way. Nathan is survived by his parents Dick/Richard Keller and Nancy (Ricks) Keller, his brother Zachary Keller, Grandmother Ina Jean Ricks along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins that he dearly loved. He is preceded in death by Grandfather Jerome Ricks, Grandmother Vi Stroup and Aunt Kathryn Ricks White. A visitation for Nathan will be held at Washburn McReavy Edina on Wednesday Nov. 8th from 4:00-7:00 pm. A funeral service will take place at Our Lady of Grace Church Edina on Thursday November 9th at 10:30 with visitation beginning at 9:00. Interment will take place at Grandview Cemetery in Hopkins. Memorials can be made to Hennepin Healthcare Foundation at hennepinhealthcare.org/... by writing Nathan Keller in the tribute gift section. Gifts received will be designated in support of the HOPE Program. Livestreamed service at olgparish.org Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996