Typical Randy, this is all he wanted for his obit, but we felt we needed more !!
Randy Keller
January 22, 1956 – May 8, 2025
Don’t be sorry it’s over.
Be glad it happened.
KELLER: Peacefully, and knowing that he was surrounded with the love of his family and Saviour, at Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, on Thursday, May 08, 2025, Randal “Randy” Kenneth Keller of Port Perry and Toronto, age 69. Treasured husband and best friend of Kathryn Anne Bewley. Beloved son of Shirley (Pearson) and the late Kenneth “Ken” Keller (2008) of Exeter. Dear brother & brother-in-law of Lori & Robert Maaskant of Blue Mountains, Pastor James “Jim” & Heather Keller of Waterloo, Brenda & Patrick Heenan of Bolton and Janna Bewley of Parry Sound. Randy was loved and will be missed by his nieces, nephews and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by his in laws Bill & Joanne Bewley of Toronto. Randy retired; he was formerly a partner in Van Camp & Keller, Chartered Professional Accountants in Port Perry, and lately he has been the drummer for the band Lo Lita Says in Toronto. Resting at the T. Harry Hoffmans & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, with visitation on Monday, May 12, 2025 from 6 pm to 8 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, Dashwood, on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 1:30 pm with visitation 1 hour prior ( at the Church ). Pastor Jim Keller Officiating. Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial donations (payable directly) to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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Jay Burak
We are saddened and heart broken to have lost Randy. We shared many weeks trying to get that elusive “Rosanna” drum groove up to speed. That was his Holy Grail. The endless drum talk and enjoyable analysis of drums, drummers, grooves during our lessons I’ll miss. I know you are still swinging lumber somewhere my dear friend.
Jay Burak
Jeannine Crossley
Dear Kate. It has been many years since we have been together but Randy’s posts on social media and his humour have kept us aware of how vibrantly his day to day life was lived. You two had so much fun!
Our sincere condolences. Our hearts go out to you.
Love, Jeannine and Ray Crossley
Birgit
Our deepest condolences to friends and family , Kate- we are so sorry for your loss. We made a donation to our local Food Bank in Kellers honour. Sally and Travman
Andrew Markson
I thank Randy for being my first drummer. We had many great times playing in the back room.altho it’s been 50 years I will remember Randy well.Like Dave said see you on the other side. Blessings. Andrew Markson.
Maureen Shore
It was painful and shocking to hear the news last night of Randy’s passing. He was a charismatic force who was passionate about music, politics and of course Kate. Roy and I shared many wonderful times visiting with The Kellers. Always laughter and storytelling.
He was a loyal caring friend who left an impact.
Love and comfort to Kate and Randy’s family.
Maureen Shore (Adam Dan and Emily)
Laura Rempel
Troy and I are saddened to hear of Randy’s passing. We will miss hearing the music and drumming, the sure sign that our neighbours were home. Condolences to his family and loved ones.
Erin O'Toole
Sincere condolences to Kate and the family. Randy was a friend and someone I appreciated a great deal because of our shared love of music (the Marsden Theatre) and of course politics. I hope you find solace in the fact that he will be remembered by many with a smile.
Jim Vance
Very sorry to here of Randys passing
We spent a lot of time in high school together at the Wallace cottage and in Randy’s back room. He played the drums with his friend Dave Gibbs, John Paminger and many others rocked on at great volume. Fun days! My regrets to the family.
Ken Genttner
To Shirley and the Keller family, our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ken and Linda Genttner
Jane McGuire
Dear Kate,
We were so very sorry to hear about Randy. We know there is nothing we can say to reduce the pain but know that we are thinking of you. Please extend our sympathies to Randy’s family.
Jane McGuire & Jim Hunt
John Eddie Kerr
Randy (aka Keller204 in the Marsden Chat Room) and I shared a strong appreciation for Jorje Chalmers, the sax player for Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music. Mary and I met up with Randy and Kate after a Bryan Ferry concert in Toronto and we had a great time. And the party Kate and Randy hosted in Stratford is a memory we cherish. Condolences to his friends and family. Miss you Randy.
John Kerr (aka Moody Blue)
Mary Visser Kerr
Wayne & Bonnie Keller
So sorry to hear of your loss. Wayne &Bonnie Keller
Annette Denomme
Sending condolences to Shirley Keller and all the Keller families.
Maxine Miller
Prayers ascending at this sad time.
Maxine Miller
Mary Ann Desjardine
Sincere sympathy to you Shirley and all your family. So sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. Thinking of you.
Scott & Mary Ann Boyle ( Desjardine)
New Brunswick
Mike and Beatie Rau
Shirley and Keller family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Mike and Beatie Rau
K.C. Arnold
Randy was my uncle and my first memory of meeting him was going to his and my Aunt Kate’s house for a party. I remember the music was blaring and there were neon signs decorating the place and I remember feeling that I was in the presence of somebody very cool.
Randy was a cool guy through and through. He had a love of life that included a nice glass of wine (life is too short for the cheap stuff), relaxing in Port Perry staring at the view of the lake, playing a drum solo and absolutely nailing it and spending his time with my beautiful Aunt Kate. Randy loved a good joke and had a laugh that echoed around the room. He never backed down from an argument and had a hard time staying silent if he disagreed with you, which often led to very interesting conversations and made him an excellent debater and formidable opponent. I remember staying at the condo while working for GM at the Ex when in university, when Randy saw me dressed up in my General Motors uniform about to head out the door. I jokingly asked him, “Do I look like I know a lot about cars?” Randy stared at me for a moment too long as he contemplated his reaction (probably thinking “Nope can’t say that one. Nope can’t say that one either”) and then he finally landed on, “Yeah, let’s go with that”. We both had a good, long laugh.
He cared deeply about those around him and spoke highly of everyone he loved. He loved telling stories and lived a full life that gave him a lot of material to work with.
I will miss my uncle and I will keep the times we shared close to my heart. I’m sure whenever he is, he is installing a neon light, setting up his drum kit and pouring himself a glass of vino.
Missing you Uncle Randy, thank you for all the good times.