Ronald Keller, age 74 of Jackson Township, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2009 in Valparaiso.

He was born on January 25, 1935 in Elmhurst, Ill.

He was married to Dolores Marcis, who survives in Valparaiso.

He is also survived by his father, George Keller of Huntley, Ill.; sons, David (Carol) Keller of Antioch, Ill. and Gregory Keller of Valparaiso; sister, Lynn Keller of Huntley, Ill.; and three grandchildren, Ian, Jordan and Lexi.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Gen (Shipp) Keller.

Ronald was an area resident for 35 years, coming from Illinois. He worked as a self-employed Sales Representative in manufacturing before retiring in 2006, and was a veteran of the US Navy.

There will be no services. Cremation will be performed by Heritage Crematory, Portage. Arrangements are under the direction of Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home, 517 Broadway, Chesterton. www.EE-FH.com

Posted 6/22/2009