The years of life we spend on earth creates our story. Our memories are recorded in the hearts and minds of our love ones forever. Presiding Elder Jimmie Keel, your impact on your family and friends will never be forgotten. Rev. Dr. Patricia S. Wallace, Presiding Elder TTTD

Mary Jo McKay

April 30, 2022

Condolences to Mr. Keel’s family. In addition to so many other initiatives, Mr. Keel made “Computers for Seniors” in all of Hillsborough County’s senior centers possible. Thank you Mr. Keel and may your soul Rest In Peace. “...and the dead in Christ shall rise first.”

Betty , Mecca and Rickey James & shaw

April 29, 2022

Rev. Keel was the best pastor that I have known, not only to me but my entire family. He has done great work for a lot of people in clearwater, fl. he will be missed. My his glory reign in heaven as it did on earth.

Shatara Blake

April 28, 2022

Condolences to you and the family Denise. With Love, Shatara Blake and family

Cornelia Washington

April 28, 2022

My condolences to the family of Mr. Jimmie B. Keel. I met him working for shills borough County Government and he always had a smile. I remember him always as a kind and thoughtful spirit. May you all have comfort during this time.

Denise Scott

April 28, 2022

Condolences to your family. Such a great man of God and pastor. SIP

ACQUELYN KINDRED

April 28, 2022

Wishing you comfort in your time of need. Thoughts and prayers to you all.

Zuleyka Carbajal

April 28, 2022

It was a true honor to have known and worked with Mr. Keel. He was truly a great man and a wonderful, kind person. Prayers to his family that God will comfort them during this time.

Oria Williams

April 28, 2022

In August 2000, my family and I were planning to relocate to Florida from Cincinnati. My friend Martha Stearns said, Oria you need to go to my hometown, Clearwater and attend my church, Mt Olive AME 600 Jones Street. There, I met Rev. Jimmy B. Keel and Mrs. Evelyn Keel. Rev. Keel always had a kind and caring word for my children and me. Rev. Keel looked out for us. He also performed a wedding in our family. Under his leadership, I grew as a Christian in the body of Christ. I served as a stewardess, an usher, and steward. From Clearwater to Historic Bethel St. Pete until I relocated to Naples, even when I relocated to Naples, Rev. Keel sent me to Bethel AME in Naples and Rev. Clayton Hodge. He continued to check to see how things were going. When he was appointed Presiding Elder, I would follow him on YouTube. To this day I still YouTube Elder Jimmy B. Keel to hear him preach The Word of God.
A wonderful inspiration to me and my family. Present with The Lord Elder Keel

Always in our hearts
Oria Williams & Family

Benjamin Adams and St John Primitive Baptist Church

April 28, 2022

To the family of Pastor Jimmie Keel, it is with saddened hearts yet joyful spirits that we offer condolences to your entire family during this time of bereavement. Dr. Keel meant the world to my wife and me, and the entire St. John family. Our prayers are with you continually that God grants you peace, presence, and provisions as you go through the days ahead.

Wanda Williams

April 28, 2022

To the family of our beloved Elder Keel and former Pastor of Historic Bethel AME Church St Pete. We share in your loss and sadness. Sincerest condolences from the Doorkeepers of Historic Bethel.

Leah L

April 28, 2022

We will and Have Miss You Over the Years. You will always be in Our Memories. Sending Love and Prayers to the Family. The Lang Family. Clearwater and Wildwood.

Madra Franklin-Bell

April 27, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the Keel Family. Rev Keel was the best/loving/caring Pastor. We were truly blessed to have him over 20 years at Mt. Olive AMEC, Clearwater.

Maurice Lovella Wright Daughtrey

April 27, 2022

My sincere condolences to you and your family. May the Lord Bless you.

Rev. Dr. Patricia S. Wallace

April 27, 2022

On behalf of The Trending Tremendous Tampa District, WCC in the 11th Episcopal District, we are saddened by the loss of our Brother and Colleague. Rest well in the arms of Jesus. You fought a good fight and you have finished the race. We thank God for your work and witness in the Ministry of the church.
Presiding Elder Wallace

Rev. Michelle Smith-Barton

April 26, 2022

“Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal", To The Late Presiding Elder Jimmie Bobby Keel, Sr. Family, With Deepest Sympathy We The Member Of Mt. Pisgah A.M.E. Church Archer, FL. Send Our Condolences To Mr. Perry Keel And Family.

Henry and Arlie Page

April 24, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Rev. Angelo & Brenda Jerald

April 24, 2022

Deepest sympathy & condolences to the family. "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal", Rev. Keel was a kindhearted person and will be greatly missed as his footsteps has washed away from this side. RIP my friend.

RICKY BELL

April 22, 2022

I knew of Mr. Jimmie Keel because he was a Bethune-Cookman College graduate. like me and he was active in the local B-CC Alumni. Plus, Mr. Keel lived in my neighborhood off 34th. More importantly, I know Mr. Keel from his works as an Assistant Hillsborough County Administrator and I worked for the City of Tampa. Mr. Keel was on our Civil Service Board which I got to know him better and Mr. Keel was highly effective. May God Bless Mr. Keel Soul.

Norma Merritt

April 22, 2022

My heart is so sad but glad because I believe Elder Keel is resting in the arms of Jesus. Bobby and I grew up in JERUSALEM community and attended Long branch Elementary School together .I was there to hear his Trial Sermon and down through the years we saw each other at various meetings. He never forgot where he came from or the people. He would ask about the folk here in Jackson and then ask me to convey his love to the church family. Bobby was a good man who always cared about others. I am thankful for the years we knew each other.RIP Presiding Elder Jimmie Bobby Keel I will see you in the morning. P.S. when he was appointed Presiding Elder no one screamed for joy any louder than myself and the Marianna attendees.

Andrea Yvette Sims

April 22, 2022

On behalf of the Ballard/Sims family, Our deepest, most heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Keel family.

Rev Roger Williams

April 21, 2022

Presiding Elder Keel served as my Presiding Elder while I served at Greggs Temple AME Church in Jacksonville. I remember his love for God and the church, his love for people, his Godly wisdom, and his personal advice. Elder Keel and Sister Dorothy were a fine example of Elder and Consultant. He will be sorely missed and his phrase. " Can I have a praying Church " will be fondly remembered. Rest well Elder Keel, your legacy lives on. Our prayers and condolences to the family Rev. Roger and Elvia Williams, Philip R Cousin AME Church.

Alton & Dorothy Coles

April 21, 2022

Our prayers for and condolences to the Keel family. Continue looking to the Lord.

Carmen Grinan

April 19, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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