Obituary of Michael KELLER

Michael Lee Keller passed away on July 21, 2008 in Lake Havasu City at the age of 67. Michael was born in Branchton, PA to Michael and Frances (Kelly) Keller on February 22, 1941.Michael proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps from 1960 to 1966. He spent most of his adult life in Lakewood, CA and worked as a pipe fitter for Local 250, which he is still a member for over 25 years in Southern California.Michael and his wife Carol made Lake Havasu City their home 10 years ago, moving from Lakewood, CA. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed taking his pontoon boat on the lake. Michael also loved the outdoors, hunting year round at the Duck Creek Campground in Utah. He hunted both with bow and arrow and rifle and was a member of the Lake Havasu Sportsman's Club and also a member of the Elks.Michael was so loved by his family and friends and all who knew him. He was always the first one there when someone needed something. His cheery, funny personality endeared him to all that knew him and he will be greatly missed by everyone.Michael is survived by his loving wife, Carol of Lake Havasu City; son, Michael Ben Keller of Downey, CA; daughters, Sheri M. Guthery of Buena Park, CA and Wendy Macken; step-son, Jacob Z. Iiames of Bristow, OK; step-daughter, Amy E. Iiames of Dayton, OH; sister, Mary Frances Boozer of Brookfield, PA and grandchildren, Richard, Brandi, Ivan, Devin, Dilan, Cody, Jadin and one on the way.A celebration of Michael's life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 2:00 pm at Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home. Military services will be performed by the Lake Havasu Detachment of the Marine Corps League.In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael's name can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 1410, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86405.Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.comArrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory.