Celebrating the life of
Earl George Keck
June 28, 1935 - December 13, 2013
Earl George Keck, 78, died Friday, December 13, 2013 at Hospice Savannah. Earl was born June 28, 1935 in Butler, PA to the late Raymond and Irene Keck. He was retired from American Yard Products as Vice-President. Earl was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church and also was a recipient of the Gartland Award.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Barbara L. Keck, of Savannah, five children, Greg Keck Margaret, of Greensboro, GA, Steven Keck Laura, of Johnston, SC, Laura Friday Marc, of Savannah, David Keck Abbe, of Columbia, SC, and Matt Keck Nan, of Savannah. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, Paul Keck Allison, Andrew Keck, Phillip Keck, Jordan Keck, Diane Montgomery, Jack Montgomery, Rosalie Keck, Grace Friday, and Mayes Keck, and also two sisters, Marie George, of Newark, OH, and Beatrice Zeller, of Perrysburg, OH.
Visitation will be 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. A Rosary Service will follow at 6:00 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at St. James Catholic Church with The Rev. Mark Ross, Celebrant.
Burial will be in the Catholic Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to St. James Catholic Church, Building Fund, 8412 Whitfield Ave, Savannah, GA 31406.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Laura, so sad to learn this. Earl was a super nice and respectfull man.
- Bill Anderson, , GA
Barbara, Steve, Paul and Family Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. And our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Husband, Dad and Grandfather.
- Tammy and Andy Devine, Spartanburg, SC
Dear Barbara & Family We are so sad for your loss and for the loss of our dear & cherished friend, Earl. We will miss him dearly. Fran Bob & Family Manley
- Bob & Fran Manley, Voorhees, NJ
Dear Barbara Sorry about the passing of Earl, we learned today about this. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you such a lovely LADY also your children and Grandchildren. We loved EARL, he was a great man. May GOD BLESS YOU Virginia & CARL Mathis
- Carl & Virginia Mathis, Inman, SC
May God Bless and Comfort You during this time. Financial Aid department at Greenville Technical College
- Greenville Technical College - Financial Aid Department, Greenville, SC
Mrs. Keck and Family, Always a pleasure being around Mr. Keck. The countless hours he gave of his time and talents to St. James School and Church will never be forgotten. God bless you all as we keep you in our prayers.
- Michael Lyons, Savannah, GA
Barbara,Laura and Family, We extend our sincere sympathy to all of you on the passing of Earl.He was indeed a fine gentleman who will be missed by many in the St.James community and elsewhere.He was never one to shy away from any task when someone needed help.It is always difficult to lose a loved one,but may you recall all of the happy times.You will be in our thoughts and prayers going forward.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Dear Barbara and family, I have enjoyed visiting with you and Earl when you have been in Greensboro visiting Greg and Margaret and Rosalie. Margaret has shared so many wonderful stories of you and Earl and I feel as if I know you even better! I am saddened by your loss and pray God's peace for you, which passes all understanding,especially during the death of a loved one. You all are in my prayers. Jari Francis
- Jari Francis, Greensboro, GA
We are so very sorry for your loss Earl was such a great friend to so many he will be truly missed by his St James family. Please know that you are in our prayers.
- Mark and Kelley Miller, Savannah, GA
We are so very sorry for your loss Earl was such a great friend to so many he will be truly missed by his St James family. Please know that you are in our prayers.
- Mark and Kelley Miller, Savannah, GA
Matt,Nan,Mayes,and family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. He was truly a kind soul and will be greatly missed by all. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May the road rise to meet him..May the wind be always at his back..May the sun shine warm upon his face..May the rains fall soft upon his fields..and until you meet again..May God hold him in the palm of His hand..
- patricia morris, savannah, GA
We have lost a loving and fine man. He has been many things, most proudly the father of a great family. God bless each of you.
- FLOYD PITTMAN, CHRISTIANSTED, VI
I've known Earl for around 45 years. I worked for him for 10 of those years. He was not only my boss during that time, but he was my friend. He will be sadly missed by all. Linda and I send our condolences to all the Keck family.
- Jim Sanford, Guyton, GA
We are saddened by the loss of a dear & lifelong friend. Our sympathy extends to Earl's wife, Barbara and family. Be comforted to know that our thoughts & prayers are with you. Peace and Love be with you.
- Molly & Regis Rossa, The Villages, FL
Earl would always greet you with a smile and a handshake! His son Matt and I met during the ' high school 'years and he kept us out of trouble which wasn't easy. My condolences to the Keck family.
- Joey costa, Savannah, GA
Barbara, Laura, and family. I had the pleasure of meeting Earl when he and Barbara first came to Savannah. He was a wonderful man, always with a kind greeting Although we didn't see each other too often, it was always a distinct pleasure when we did. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You..... Joe Ebberwein
- joe ebberwein, savannah, GA
Laura, so sad to learn this. Earl was a super nice and respectfull man.
- Bill Anderson, , GA
Barbara, Steve, Paul and Family Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. And our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Husband, Dad and Grandfather.
- Tammy and Andy Devine, Spartanburg, SC
Dear Barbara & Family We are so sad for your loss and for the loss of our dear & cherished friend, Earl. We will miss him dearly. Fran Bob & Family Manley
- Bob & Fran Manley, Voorhees, NJ
Dear Barbara Sorry about the passing of Earl, we learned today about this. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you such a lovely LADY also your children and Grandchildren. We loved EARL, he was a great man. May GOD BLESS YOU Virginia & CARL Mathis
- Carl & Virginia Mathis, Inman, SC
May God Bless and Comfort You during this time. Financial Aid department at Greenville Technical College
- Greenville Technical College - Financial Aid Department, Greenville, SC
Mrs. Keck and Family, Always a pleasure being around Mr. Keck. The countless hours he gave of his time and talents to St. James School and Church will never be forgotten. God bless you all as we keep you in our prayers.
- Michael Lyons, Savannah, GA
Barbara,Laura and Family, We extend our sincere sympathy to all of you on the passing of Earl.He was indeed a fine gentleman who will be missed by many in the St.James community and elsewhere.He was never one to shy away from any task when someone needed help.It is always difficult to lose a loved one,but may you recall all of the happy times.You will be in our thoughts and prayers going forward.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Dear Barbara and family, I have enjoyed visiting with you and Earl when you have been in Greensboro visiting Greg and Margaret and Rosalie. Margaret has shared so many wonderful stories of you and Earl and I feel as if I know you even better! I am saddened by your loss and pray God's peace for you, which passes all understanding,especially during the death of a loved one. You all are in my prayers. Jari Francis
- Jari Francis, Greensboro, GA
We are so very sorry for your loss Earl was such a great friend to so many he will be truly missed by his St James family. Please know that you are in our prayers.
- Mark and Kelley Miller, Savannah, GA
We are so very sorry for your loss Earl was such a great friend to so many he will be truly missed by his St James family. Please know that you are in our prayers.
- Mark and Kelley Miller, Savannah, GA
Matt,Nan,Mayes,and family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. He was truly a kind soul and will be greatly missed by all. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May the road rise to meet him..May the wind be always at his back..May the sun shine warm upon his face..May the rains fall soft upon his fields..and until you meet again..May God hold him in the palm of His hand..
- patricia morris, savannah, GA
We have lost a loving and fine man. He has been many things, most proudly the father of a great family. God bless each of you.
- FLOYD PITTMAN, CHRISTIANSTED, VI
I've known Earl for around 45 years. I worked for him for 10 of those years. He was not only my boss during that time, but he was my friend. He will be sadly missed by all. Linda and I send our condolences to all the Keck family.
- Jim Sanford, Guyton, GA
We are saddened by the loss of a dear & lifelong friend. Our sympathy extends to Earl's wife, Barbara and family. Be comforted to know that our thoughts & prayers are with you. Peace and Love be with you.
- Molly & Regis Rossa, The Villages, FL
Earl would always greet you with a smile and a handshake! His son Matt and I met during the ' high school 'years and he kept us out of trouble which wasn't easy. My condolences to the Keck family.
- Joey costa, Savannah, GA
Barbara, Laura, and family. I had the pleasure of meeting Earl when he and Barbara first came to Savannah. He was a wonderful man, always with a kind greeting Although we didn't see each other too often, it was always a distinct pleasure when we did. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You..... Joe Ebberwein
- joe ebberwein, savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
