Keith Douglas Keller passed away Tuesday, May 10th at his residence in Crawfordsville. He was 56 years old.

Born July 23, 1965 in Kokomo, he was the son of Max and Sally Downey Keller.

He was a 1984 graduate of Crawfordsville High School and later graduated from Vincennes University in 1989. He worked at Acuity Brands Lighting in Crawfordsville.

Keith was known for his great sense of humor and quick wit. He was an exceptional athlete and enjoyed all sports. He excelled, in particular, at basketball. Another passion of Keith's was music. He got his first drum set in middle school and spent hours learning to play. Over the years he enjoyed drumming in many bands and providing backup vocals.

Keith enjoyed spending time with friends and family, cooking and following sports of all kinds, especially basketball, football and auto racing.

Surviving family members include his daughter, Kaitley Keller (boyfriend Nick Snyder) of Veedersburg; sisters Karen Keller of Noblesville, Kathy (Toby) Lee of Indianapolis, nephew Josh (Jazlyn) Keller and nieces Alison Keller and Eliza Lee. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 20th at Burkhart Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will follow at 7:00 p.m. Friday with pastor Darla Goodrich officiating. Memorial donations can be made to the Crawfordsville High School Music Department. Online condolences can be made at www.BurkhartFH.com