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1936
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2017
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Bill McKeller Obituary
Bill was the ultimate family man and neighbor, dedicating his time and energy to his wife, children and those around him. His was a most generous soul, fully committed to family and others in need; often kind to total strangers he happened to meet along the way. His generous spirit and warm smile affected all those around him and will be dearly missed.
Bill retired from Athens Regional Medical Center where he was Director of Pharmacy Services for 35 years. He was the consummate professional and a leader in his field, recognized often by state pharmaceutical associations. After retirement Bill continued to practice pharmacy part time.
Bill is survived by his wife, Bobbie; daughter, Jennifer; sons, Michael and Mark; grandchildren, Macy and Evan; a brother, Larry; and a sister, Dorothy Ard.
A celebration of Bill's life will be announced and held in the near future.
Instead of flowers, donations can be made to the Athens Area Emergency Food Bank, 640 Barber Street, Athens, GA 30601, or to The Rotary Foundation, c/o Classic City Rotary Club, PO Box 48415, Athens, GA 30604.
Online condolences may be offered at www.BernsteinFuneralHome.com.
Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bill McKeller
Wayne G Johnson
August 3, 2022
RIP Brother Billy .
Pam Thaxton
October 5, 2017
I will never forget seeing and meeting Bill for the first time-- He was out working hard in his yard and dead heading back his flowers. I remember thinking, "Wow!, What beautiful gardens and flowers he has"---not an easy task-- and he did it with much joy and pride. I am honored to have known Bill these past couple of years. I will miss his smile,sense of humor and his wit...he always made me chuckle. Bobbie, Jennifer, Mark and Michael may you all have fond memories of your husband/dad in this time of grieving and may peace and love be with you. My condolence to you and the family.
Pam Thaxton
Laura Thigpen
August 20, 2017
Bobbie and family, Bill meant a lot to me during my many years at Athens Regional! Many fond memories!
I am so sorry to hear of his death. May peace bring you comfort in time.
Love,
Laura Thigpen
Michael Steinborn
August 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Bill was always my encourager when I worked at ARMC. A really good man.
August 14, 2017
Bill was a true and dear friend and will be so missed. Our love and condolences to Bobbie and the family. Ken and Joy Stula
August 14, 2017
Bobbie, so sorry to hear about Bill, he was a great friend and co-worker. My deepest sympathy to you and family.
Peggy Duncan
Liz Bilinski
August 14, 2017
Bobbie I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing--you are in my thoughts.
August 14, 2017
Oh, what sad news...Bill McKeller was a friend of the family from before I was born. This kind man danced with me at my wedding when my father couldn't. I probably ran into Mr. McKeller once a year in the recent past but when I did it was always a warm and funny talk. You will be missed, Dawn Stula
Howard Ansel
August 13, 2017
Bill was a special person and exceptional pharmacist. He graciously shared his professional expertise as a mentor to pharmacy students and as a colleague to his fellow practitioners. It was a privilege to know him. My condolences to his family.
August 13, 2017
A real gentleman has left us. You are all in my thoughts.
Charles Kauderer
August 13, 2017
Bobbie and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Katie Smith, Athens GA
and Elizabeth Sweeney Durham NC
August 13, 2017
I worked along side of Mr. Bill at Skrip Shoppe Pharmacy in Lexington, Ga. One of the nicest fellow you would ever meet. Sympathy to Ms. Bobbie and the Family. He will be missed! Sandra Mathews
August 13, 2017
To the McKeller Family,
May you find comfort in the sweet memories of your loved one. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family.
Peace and prayers,
Tommie Farmer and Family
Athens, GA
Wayne Johnson
August 12, 2017
So sorry for the loss of Billy McKellar. I, too, am proud to share the same hometown as Billy.
Katherine Tallini
August 12, 2017
So sorry to hear. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Bernstein Funeral Home
August 12, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Flynn Warren
August 10, 2017
I met Bill in the mid 1960s when I came to pharmacy graduate school at UGA. Because I was also a hospital pharmacist, we became friends and stayed in touch up until the last few months. His impact on Georgia pharmacy will always be remembered as the man who brought unit-dose dispensing to hospitals and nursing homes.
Flynn Warren
August 10, 2017
I met Bill in the mid 1960s when I came to pharmacy graduate school at UGA. Because I was also a hospital pharmacist, we became friends and stayed in touch up until the last few months. His impact on Georgia pharmacy will always be remembered as the man who brought unit-dose dispensing to hospitals and nursing homes.
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