Marvin Wilfred Keller

Marvin Wilfred Keller, 92, of Traverse City and formerly of Gladwin and Ypsilanti, died Friday, April 26, 2013 at his home. Marvin was born on Thursday, May 27, 1920 to the late Frank and Matilda R. (Hoseback) Keller in Detroit. He served our country as a medic in the U. S. Air Force during WW II serving in the China, Burma and India Theatre. He could recall and share stories, with extreme accuracy , of his involvement in the war. He was extremely patriotic and his love of his country was second to his love of his family. He wore his WW II Veteran's hat everyday, and was moved as people would thank him for his service to his fellow Americans. On January 20, 1945, he married Vernice Elanor Peabody in Wayne. They were married 56 years before her death on December 30, 2002. Marvin was extremely devoted to Vernice, and was a dedicated caregiver to her until her death. A self taught and gifted electrician, Marvin had been employed by Eastern Michigan University for over 20 years. When he retired in 1981, he and his wife moved to Gladwin and in 1999, they moved to Traverse City. A true family man, with an exceptional work ethic, he provided well for his family. Marvin was an avid Red Wing's fan, loved playing the game, and was an excellent skater. He also loved airplanes, especially fighter jets. He watched the Blue Angels when ever possible. He was also a car buff and his automobiles were his pride and joy over the years. Marvin is survived by his daughters, Sue Martin of Traverse City and Ellen (Gregg) Huxley of Ypsilanti; his grandchildren, Scott (Shelli) Martin and Jamie Martin, all of Traverse City and Dean Reeds, III of Gladwin. Also surviving are his great grandchildren, Kate, Grace and Nicholas Martin and Alexandra, Tanner and Bella Reeds. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, his five siblings, his wife and his son in law, Jim Martin. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Margaret Clark and Judy Manners for the exceptional care they provided Marvin and also to "Just Like Family" LLC, and Munson Hospice, Marvin will be remembered in a private family service. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warriors Project, 230 W. Monroe St., Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60606 (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) or to Cherryland VFW Post 2780, 3400 Veterans Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684. Please share memories and stories of Marvin with his family by way of his online guest book at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Traverse City.

Marvin Wilfred Keller

May 27, 1920 - April 26, 2013