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Richard Keller Obituary

Richard B. Keller, Sr., 70, of Fleetwood, passed away on October 12, 2022, in Penn State Health St. Joseph’s Hospital. Richard was the son of the late Harry B. and Elaine H. Keller. He was the husband of Dawn A. Strunk with whom he spent 31 years. Richard was a 1970 graduate of Oley Valley High School. Richard was an avid hunter and outdoorsmen and loved spending time at his hunting cabin. He enjoyed listening to oldies music and attending car shows with his three prized possessions, his Nova’s. Richard was the owner and operator of Rich’s Automotive Machine Shop for over 50 years until his retirement where he passed his business down to his son, Barry. Above all, Richard loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Dawn, Richard is survived by his children, Richard B. Keller, Jr., husband of Maryellen L. (Yoder), Barry R. Keller, husband of Kimberly M. (Makins), and step daughter Michelle L. (Strunk) Katzenmoyer, wife of David. Also surviving are grandchildren, Joshua D. Keller, Jacob M. Keller, Emily N. Keller and great grandchildren, Liam O. Keller, Levi O. Keller, and one great grandchild, Baby Keller, on the way. Richard was predeceased by his brother, Donald Keller and step-son Michael Strunk. A visitation will be held Thursday, October 20, 2022, from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm in the Milkins Trymbiski Funeral Home, 4914 Kutztown Road, Temple. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Richard’s name may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project by mail to, Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or online at woundedwarriorproject.org. For online condolences, please visit www.milkinstrymbiskifuneralhome.com. Milkins Trymbiski Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Oct. 14 to Oct. 16, 2022.

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Rich and Tiffany Kline

October 20, 2022

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. Rich was an amazing man and will be sadly missed.

Rhonda Keller-Schuler

October 18, 2022

My Condolences for the family.

Chris Keller

October 17, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Diane Wann

October 15, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sue DeSantis

October 15, 2022

Dawn and family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this difficult time. May your memories heal your heart and put a smile back on your face when you think of all the good times. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Rest easy now Rich.

Debra & Barry Readinger

October 14, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Richard was a wonderful person and will be missed by many who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dawn and family.

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