Sheila F. Keller

Sheila F. Keller, 75, of Monterey, IN passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 surrounded by her family at home. Born on August 2, 1950 in Chicago, IL, she was the fifth daughter of James and Bernice (Radakovitz) Corley. Sheila and her sisters had a special bond and enjoyed many good times together. From a young age, she developed a fondness for animals (of all kinds) which continued on throughout her adult life. Sheila was raised in a Catholic family and graduated from Aquinas Dominican Catholic High School. On August 24, 1968 she married Robert M. "Bob" Keller in Chicago. To their surprise, Sheila's childhood friend (and famous actress), Amy Madigan, attended their wedding. Sadly, Bob preceded her in death on March 28th of this year. Sheila and Bob had many adventures in life and will be celebrating their 57th wedding anniversary together in Heaven.

Sheila lived with a spark that could light up any room, a spark brighter than the one she used to light her cigarette. Fiery, mischievous, and full of laughter, she was always quick to a joke and even quicker to a prank. Sheila enjoyed sharing funny Facebook reels with her family and friends. Honestly, she just enjoyed being around people and going places. Her last day on Earth was full of activity and life because of her devoted caregiver, Brandi Lewis.

Sheila worked hard throughout her life, not only as a QMA, but also as a devoted homemaker. She loved life on the farm, especially breeding Boxers and Boston Terriers as well as raising chickens and cats. At age 40, tragedy struck Sheila when she suffered a brain aneurysm leaving her with 1% chance for survival. She fought back and beat the odds which allowed her to enjoy life as a grandma. Years later, she suffered a stroke which resulted in the paralysis of her left side. Once again, she overcame the setback by accepting her environment and challenges. Sheila rarely complained and accepted graciously, all that she received.

Sheila was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be dearly missed.

She is survived by:

Christine (Pat) Keller Renneker, Plymouth, IN Daughter

Robert "Bob" (Jennifer) Keller, Winamac, IN Son

Mark (Stephanie) Keller, Monterey, IN Son

Alisha (Dan) Sutton, Granddaughter

Brent Keller, Grandson

Allison Keller, Granddaughter

Kate Renneker, Granddaughter

Ashlee Keller, Granddaughter

Erin Renneker, Granddaughter

Abby Keller, Granddaughter

Madalen Keller, Granddaughter

Preston Keller, Grandson

Claude Sutton, Great-grandson

Annabelle Sutton, Great-granddaughter

Brinley Pranger, Great-granddaughter

Mary Ann Corley, Sister

Kathleen (Dave) Cox, Sister

Rita Corley-Baker, Sister

Peg (John) Drew, Sister

Tom (Toni) Keller, Brother-in-law

Jim (Bertie) Keller, Brother-in-law

Jerry (Rea) Keller, Brother-in-law

Dan (Peggy) Keller, Brother-in-law

Ruth Zehner, Sister-in-law

Mary Personette, Sister-in-law

Margie (Tim) Wise, Sister-in-law

Jean Keller, Sister-in-law

Colleen Keller, Sister-in-law

Many Nieces and Nephews

Bella, Beloved Boston Terrier

Preceded in death by:

James and Bernice (Radakovitz) Corley, Parents

Robert M. "Bob" Keller, Husband

Maureen Stec, Sister

David Stec, Brother-in-law

Bill Baker, Brother-in-law

Clemont V. and Marjorie (Prendergast) Keller, Sr., In-laws

John Keller, Brother-in-law

Pat O'Donnell, Sister-in-law

Clement Keller Jr., Brother-in-law

Sheila Keller, Sister-in-law

Don Zehner, Brother-in-law

Johnny O'Donnell, Brother-in-law

Gene Personette, Brother-in-law

Jim Large, Brother-in-law

Visitation will be from 10 AM – 2 PM EDT Monday, August 25, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.

Services will be held at 2 PM EDT Monday, August 25, 2025 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN with Rev. Dennis Faker officiating.

Burial will take place at St. Anne's Cemetery in Monterey, IN.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Pulaski Animal Center.

Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.