Jack Keeling

(From Parker Mortuary)

Jack Vincent Keeling, Sr., age 77, of Asbury, MO, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at his home.

Jack was born on September 24, 1946, in Anderson, MO. He attended Duenweg schools and played basketball. He was drafted into the United States Army on July 23, 1968 an served as a military police officer. Shortly after being drafted, he obtained his G.E.D. from the U.S. Army. 

After being honorably discharged, he began working on the railroad as a welder. He also worked as landscaper in his free time. Jack enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, farming, shooting guns, trapping all different types of animals, and going to auctions. He built numerous antiques, including model ships into glass bottles. He loved spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren. Jack was a great, kind, and honest man that would help anyone in need. He was firm believer in our Lord Jesus Christ. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Jack is preceded in death by one brother, Jeffrey.

Jack is survived by his wife, Francis Keeling; one daughter, Linda Dahlman and husband, John; four sons, Mike Keeling and wife, Teresa, Jerry Keeling and wife, Jennifer, Jack Keeling Jr., and Joe Keeling and wife, Carol Ann; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters, Renee Klinghardt and Lana Sitton; and three brothers, Elmo Keeling Jr., John Keeling, and Craig Keeling.

Service arrangements are pending.

Funeral arrangements are under the special care of Parker Mortuary.