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Andrew Keeler Obituary
Keeler
12/11/90 - 12/1/12
Andrew Joseph Keeler, 21 of Pace, Fl passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 1, 2012.
Andrew was born at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD on December 11, 1990.
He was a tight-end on the Pace Patriots Football Team and graduated from Pace High School in 2010. He continued his education and received his Florida Fire Fighter II Certification and was enrolled in Pensacola State College's EMT Program. Andrew was a third generation Fire-Fighter. He was employed at Pace Fire and Rescue and Pep Boys Auto Service and Tires.
Andrew loved fire-fighting, fishing, off-roading, working on cars, hanging out with friends and family, going down to the beach, and sitting in an open field watching the stars while talking about life's challenges.
He is preceded in death by his great grandfather, Floyd Keeler and grandfather, Salvatore Inserra
Andrew is survived by his parents, Christopher
and Patricia Keeler; sister, Stephanie Keeler,
grandparents; Ken and Lily Keeler and Mary Inserra; aunts and uncles; Amy and Joe Rosato, Maria and Tim Irwin, Donna and Don Rixford, Diane and Bill Murphy, Kathleen and Brian Smith, Mark and Theresa Inserra, Michael and Christine Inserra, Robert Inserra, Kelly and John Orr, and Jackie and Evan Kreider;
cousins; Andrea Murphy, John and Nick Inserra, Chris Ketchum, Michael Rixford, Joey Rosato, Jack and Jenna Irwin, Brianna Smith, Kayleigh and Alex Goworek and Emily Orr.
A Selfless and Amazing Son, Friend and Fire-Fighter.
Family will receive friends from 5-7PM on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012 at Lewis Funeral Home Pace Chapel.
Funeral service will be held at St Rose of Lima Catholic Church at 10AM on Friday, Dec. 7, 2012 with Rev. Msgr. Stephen Bosso, officiating. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Pensacola, FL.
Lewis Funeral Home Pace Chapel handling arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Keeler
Louise Egler
December 9, 2012
Pat & Family,
You may not remember me But I was the coordinator for family promise when you volunteered at St Rose. I found ou too late about your loss to personally express my feelings personally, I met your son while your were volunteering with us, My deepest thoughts go out to you and your family. I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless you all
Louise Egler
M Inserra
December 8, 2012
Andrew was a young man just starting his life. He had such a good sense of humor to go along with his easy going demeanor. His parents and sister, extended family and brothers in the fire service will truly miss him. He will be forever in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Debbie Kaelber
December 7, 2012
It is with deepest sympathy and heart felt sorrow that we say how sorry we are for your loss.
Dana Link
December 7, 2012
I met AJ at the Blue Angel Air Show this year, with my daughter. He spent only a few days with us before his passing. He was a very beautiful soul. I truly feel sadness that my daughter and our family didn't get more time with him. I pray for you during this time. May God Bless and Help you during this time in your life.
December 6, 2012
We are very sorry for your loss and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Limerick family,
Wilda, Joe, Jay, Eve, Joshua and Sarah.
Jenni King
December 6, 2012
Aj,
We werent close but ive known your family since i was in 8th grade. You were always such a nice guy. You will be missed, but i know you will be watching over us all.
Julie Masaitis
December 6, 2012
Aj, I remember in High School when we found out we had the same truck and it grew from there..to dating to friendship..I have a heart necklace from him that I will keeep forever, Your were a amazing friend and was always there for anyone if they needed anything. Ill put this picture of cowboy up..since he rode him all the time! Ill never forget you..Fly high!
Gene & Barb Waterbury
December 6, 2012
We are very sorry to hear of your loss... You are in our thoughts and prayers.
December 6, 2012
Diane and Bill my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. God bless. Dorothy Edic.
Mary Jean Flanagan
December 5, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Andrew's passing but I am so blessed to read of his accomplished life. I remember him while coming home and visiting with his Grandmother, Mary Inserra. May his family find peace and comfort with God durring these times.
Daniel Morris
December 5, 2012
Aj, we've had great times hanging out and picking on Stephanie. We were brothers in service and over the years I felt you as a brother to me. I miss you and love you so deeply and I know that you will be watching over all of us and keeping us safe. I will miss the good times we spent staying up at the firehouse running calls, and just hanging out. I will never forget the memories we shared and and the many laughs we had. I love you and will miss you. R.I.P. Fire Marshal Bill
Lauren Morris
December 5, 2012
Aj you were an amazing friend to me and Daniel. He always thought of you as a brother. We miss you more than words can decribe but we know your watching over us. Fly High Andrew we love you!
Chris Edic
December 5, 2012
Amy, I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this difficult time.
Wayne McElveen
December 5, 2012
You'll be missed brother. You were an amazing friend a great and dedicated firefighter and now you are smiling with the angels. You are missed more than you know. Rest in peace
Jonathan & Cherie Reidling
December 4, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lynn Grumbir
December 4, 2012
My heart is broken for you all. May God bless and keep you in this most difficult time.
martha watts
December 4, 2012
AJ was an amazing person,he never thought twice about helpin someone out. May you rest in paradise,you are loved and are greatly missed.
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