Vincent L. Keller, 64

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Vincent Lee Keller, 64, of Newland, NC, died on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC, following a brief illness.

Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home in Newland, NC, is assisting the family.

Mr. Keller was born Nov. 20, 1957, in Hillsboro, to Thomas Edward and Mary Louise (O’Malley) Keller. He married Polly Gregory, and she survives.

He was a very hardworking and strong man who was dedicated to his family. He moved to Caldwell County, NC, in 1982, and found his new home in Wilson Creek.

During his career, Mr. Keller worked for Wilke Construction for over 40 years as an amazing and talented carpenter. He was truly gifted in his trade. 

His true passion was his creek home and property where he will return. God blessed him with an amazing heart. 

Mr. Keller loved his family; his children and grandchildren were the apple of his eye. He and his wife shared so many amazing adventures. He will live on through his whole family; his daughters and grandchildren will forever carry him in their hearts.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Heather (Brent) Halsch of Charlotte, NC, Kristina Keller of Brodhead, KY, and Amy (Jason) Pringle of Minden, LA; three stepdaughters, Candice (Lance) Harmon of Roan Mountain, TN, Keetha (Anthony Franklin) Black of Crossnore, NC, and Chandra (Chris) Guinn of Elk Park, NC; brother, Gary Keller of Swansea; sister, Linda Schmitt of Satellite Beach, FL; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Mr. Keller was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim Keller; and sister, Kathy Keller.

Online condolences to the family may be left at www.rsfh.net.