Retired SFC Richard William Keller, 79, passed away, September 14, 2016.
He was born in Harvey, North Dakota, March 26, 1937. He was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Keller.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Lorraine Keller and daughter Donna Jurek.
He retired from the U.S. Army in 1979, after 25 years of service. His service duties included Vietnam and Korea.
He is survived by two daughters, Debbie Norton and her husband Don, and Dwanda Dalton, both of Raeford, a son, Daniel Keller and his wife Donna of Texas, and his son-in-law Glen Jurek of Texas.
He celebrated life with 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
The family will receive friends at his home, at 275 Deaton Rd., Raeford.
A memorial service will be held in Texas at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com