Chapter Eternal - George Keller '55 & Anthony Richards '55
We have been honored to call these men our Brothers. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brothers.
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:
George F. Keller ‘55 - Jan. 25, 2025
Anthony C. Richards ‘55 - Jan 21, 2025
George F. Keller ‘55 - LaVie Portrait
George F. Keller, 91, of Port Trevorton, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at his home.
George was born on June 26, 1933, in Port Trevorton, a son of the late George "Flanders" and Emalene (Ferry) Keller. On Aug. 24, 1957, he married his life-long love, Margaret E. (Yohn) Keller. They were blessed to share over 67 years of marriage.
George graduated from Selinsgrove High School, and, later, earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State in 1955. In 1955, he enlisted in the United States Navy.
After his honorable discharge from the Navy in 1957, George founded Keller Marine Service, Inc., in Port Trevorton.
George enjoyed duck hunting and traveling with his wife, Margaret. His most precious times were spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret; children, Lori (Keller) Morrow and her husband Kevin and G. Michael Keller and his wife Michele; grandchildren, Morgan Hockenbrock and her husband Matt, Taylor Morrow and her fiancé Wayne Thompson, Michael Keller and his wife Danielle, Benjamin Morrow and his wife Claire, and George Matthew Keller and his fiance' Mary Patterson; six great-grandchildren and a sister, Lorna Yoder.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, from 9 a.m. until the funeral service beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Hope United Methodist Church, 1623 Main Street, Port Trevorton, PA 17864, with Pastor David Keyworth officiating. Interment will immediately follow in Witmer's Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial contributions in loving memory of George be made to Hope UMC, 1623 Main Street, Port Trevorton, PA 17864 or Gideons International, PO Box 382, Selinsgrove, PA 17870.
Anthony C. Richards ‘55 - LaVie Portrait
Anthony "Tony" Richards was born in Newcastle, PA August 9, 1934. He died in San Diego, CA on January 21, 2025. He grew up with his 3 sisters, Adele, Helen and Carol. At age 17 he met the love of his life, Patty whom he married on September 17, 1955. Tony is a proud alumni of Penn State where he earned his degree in Industrial Engineering. After graduation he attended Officer Candidate School and served on active duty as an Ensign in the US Navy until 1960. In 1957 Tony and Pat moved to San Diego. CA. He completed his Navy career in the reserve forces until he retired as a Navy Captain in 1984. Tony's professional career was spent at Teledyne Ryan Aeronautical as a VP of business development where he was honored with the prestigious Gold Knight of Management Award. After his retirement, he dedicated 17 years to volunteering as a docent on the Midway where he found great joy in sharing his passion for teaching and history.
Among all these accomplishments, the greatest was his love and commitment to his family. He and Pat raised 4 children Cathy, Maria, Chuck and Tony. He was a devoted Grandpa to his 11 grandchildren and was blessed to spend time with 3 of his great grandchildren. He was a brother, uncle and friend to many. Every member of his family knew without a doubt that he would show up for them in any situation. He built a legacy of traditions that will never be forgotten including family reunions, the Grandpa Christmas Party, Christmas Eve dinners, the legendary train village, Steelers game days, 4th of July celebrations and ski trips to Mammoth.
Tony lived by four pillars and instilled them in his children and grandchildren. "God, Country, Family and Education." We must have heard this mantra a million times growing up. The theme being you always sacrifice and work towards supporting the team or larger entity than yourself. One for all and all for one. The individual should be devoted to their family, the family devoted to their country, and the country devoted to their God. Something that at this moment in time rings even more true. Tony was a devout Catholic and gave all his success to the grace of God. He loved his country, was an unabashed patriot and served his county in the Navy with pride. His family was everything to him and he did whatever was needed in support of the family. Being educated to be able to make smart informed decisions in life was key to one's success. He was an amazing role model for so many and his warm smile and willingness to do anything for you will be his legacy.
He will be greatly missed, but the love, family bonds and traditions he built will live on for generations to come.
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