August 28, 1947 - July 12, 2020
Albert Lee Keller passed away at home on July 12, 2020 at the age of 72. He fought a courageous battle against a rare disease called Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). He was born on August 28, 1947 in Lodi CA to Henry G. & Elizabeth “Lizzie” Keller.
He received his grade school education at Galt Grammar School and graduated from Galt High School in 1965 and went on to receive a Bachelor Degree from Delta College in Stockton. After graduation he continued working as a longshoreman and had worked his way up to a Supercargo position contracted with Pacific Maritime Association. He was a dedicated union member of ILWU – International Longshore Warehouse Union. He held many Executive positions in an effort to build a strong united force to improve others improve employment opportunities in the Labor Industry. In his spare time, he enjoyed all of life’s activities including his love for gardening, attending car shows, water skiing, snow skiing, snowmobiling, mechanic work, finding good deals at estate sales, his many trips to Tahoe with his children and their families and tinkered around with projects during his retired years. One of his recent achievements was purchasing and refurbishing the house that he grew up in. Al was a very talented man and there was nothing that he couldn’t do.
Albert is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda “Irwin” Keller; his two children; Cheryl (Chris) Harris, Jeff (Celisse) Keller his much-loved grandchildren; Corey Harris, Chad Harris, Shaelyn Keller, Elliana Keller, and Jestin Keller. Brother; Donald Keller, Sister; Lorraine Steelman, Gladys Dove, Joann Steelman and many nieces, nephews. Preceded in death by; parents Henry G. and Lizzie Keller, Brother Harvey Keller and Sister Janette Jahne.
SERVICES:
Viewings will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 from 1:00pm–4:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Services at 831 Industrial Lane Lodi CA.
Flowers may be sent to the address above.
Graveside Memorial will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 1:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Park location at 14265 North Beckman Road Lodi CA.
Outdoor Celebration of Life will be held after services. Social distancing will be practiced.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Keller family.
