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Paul J. Keller, 90, residing in Avon, and formerly of Sandusky, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Avon Hospital Cleveland Clinic with his loving wife by his side.
Paul was born on March 15, 1933 in Sandusky, OH to the late Edward J. and Mildred (Good) Keller.
Paul was a 1951 graduate of St. Mary's High School in Sandusky where he was a member of the 1950 undefeated basketball team. He was a Veteran of the US Army who proudly served his country from 1953 to 1956. Paul worked at Cuna Mutual of WI for 25 years. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, the VFW and AMVETS, and loved to travel, especially with his family.
Paul is survived by his wife, Hazel (Smith) Keller, whom he married on January 25, 1997; daughter, Amy (James) Boling of Sandusky; son, David (Gerri) Keller of Wadsworth, OH; step sons, Kurt (Nicole) Heilmann of Port Clinton, OH, Eric (Jennifer) Heilmann of Avon, OH and Matt (Kate) Heilmann of North Ridgeville, OH; twelve grandchildren, Sarah (Ben) Heckman, Jennifer Boling, Gina (Nate Hummel) Keller, Nicole and Erin Keller, Grace, Gabbie, Emilee, Katie, Annie, Matthew, and Eli Heilmann; two great-grandchildren, Vivienne and Hannah Heckman; sister, Mary Ann Hager of Sandusky; brother, Richard Keller of Sandusky; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his brother, John Keller and sister-in-law, Joanne Keller.
Friends may call on Friday, July 28th from 10:00 am until the time of funeral services at 11:00 am at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. Burial will take place at a later date in Calvary Cemetery, Sandusky, OH.
Those wishing to contribute to Paul's memory may do so to Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 E. Perkins Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870 .
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
