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Keith Keeler

1952 - 2020

Keith Keeler obituary, 1952-2020, Guilderland, NY

BORN

1952

DIED

2020

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Cannon Funeral Home - Colonie (Albany)

2020 Central Ave.

Colonie, New York

Keith Keeler Obituary

Keeler, Keith GUILDERLAND Keith B. Keeler, 67 of Guilderland, passed away with his family by his side on Friday, March 20, 2020, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Albany on November 10, 1952, he grew up in Colonie and later resided in Guilderland. Keith loved boating especially on Schroon Lake and the St. Lawrence Seaway. He enjoyed racing his boat any time he could, particularly at Horsepower on the Hudson. When he wasn't boating, he was on his Harley. Keith was an international champion in slot car racing which he started at 12 years old and never gave up. He will be forever remembered at the GOAT. Keith was a true rock star playing in the band Fracture in the early to mid-80's. He never stopped drumming. Keith enjoyed coaching baseball at both Colonie and Guilderland leagues. Keith retired from National Grid after 45 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Ann M. (Cerone) Keeler; his sister Kimberly Sherwin; children, Lisa (Stephen) Larice, Douglas A. Keeler, and Daniel E. (Jordan) Keeler. He was the stepfather of Kyle F. (Katherine) Hussey. Keith was Papa to his cherished grandchildren, Korina and Gibson Larice, Landon and Audrena Keeler and Isabella, Riley and Elliana Keeler. He is also survived by many extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Bernard and Jeanne Keeler; and his brother Kevin Keeler. Keith's family has chosen to follow the health guidelines in order to protect the health and well being of their family and friends and will not have any public service at this time. A celebration of Keith's life will be held in the near future and will be published in the newspaper and on the Cannon Funeral Home website. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project (woundedwarriorproject.org) or Lustgarten Foundation (www.lustgarten.org) in memory of Keith B. Keeler. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Mar. 22, 2020.

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Lynne DiDonna Lyons

March 16, 2021

My heart and prayers are with Keith's wife Ann and family. He will be missed dearly. May Keith now rest in God's arms.

Peter Hans

January 13, 2021

Met Kieth at Sears Auto Center,I worked full time,he worked part time.We became fast friends, having so much in common.Really enjoyed his company and bustin on each other.I'll always remember Kieth,the axle snapping camaro,and those times.Rest easy my friend.

Mary Neander

March 30, 2020

Such a wonderful person gone too soon. Our condolences, love and prayers are with Ann and the entire Keeler family. RIP Keith.

Love, Steve and Mary

Robert Puleski

March 26, 2020

R.I.P Big Daddy.

Dick Crounse

March 24, 2020

Mang, I miss you brother, not same mother but still my Brother. 55+ years we been friends ! Ask Moose to do the Pabst beer speil again been awhile since I heard it.
I love ya man and don't play to hard up there.
I will listen for you out on the lake and wait for your blow by.
See ya on the other side Mang !!
Oh ya, your boat really is faster that my Dad's !

March 24, 2020

RIP Keith great guy....worked with Keith at Nimo.........Sam Barr eastgreenbush ny....

Jeffrey Barner

March 24, 2020

R.I.P. Keith. You were such a thoughtful caring person. You helped me find a direction in life by teaching me how to work on Drag Race cars in the early 70s. The memories will be with me forever. God Bless you and your Family.

March 23, 2020

March 23, 2020

with love steve and donna Schroon lake

Dave & Sharon Barcomb

March 23, 2020

Ann, we are so very sorry for yours and your family's loss. Keith was always upbeat and friendly to all. Please know that we are thinking of you all doing this very difficult time. Sending our deepest condolences.

paul Ryan

March 22, 2020

Best thing to happen to the Glemont Garage What a Great Guy R.I.P Keith

Tony Catalfamo

March 22, 2020

Ann,
I am so sorry to hear about Keith. Such a good Guy. Many great memories from our drag racing days. God Bless you and the Keeler Family.
RIP "Motion"

Ted and Dorita Nobles

March 22, 2020

We are very sorry to read about Keith's passing. Our deepest condolences to the family.

Ron & El keeler

March 22, 2020

Keith and Bernie are together now.

Go Big Daddy!!

Diane Bisner

March 22, 2020

We will never be able to truly express how grateful we are for the time we were so lucky to spend with you and Annie.
Squires forever and ever.
Rest in Peace BD.

March 22, 2020

Rip Keith. You will be missed by many. Condolences to the family on the passing of your dad, grampa and brother.
Peter Westfall

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