Jerry Keller

Graveside services for Jerome Richard Keller, age 86 of the Cumberland Cove Community, will be at 2 p.m. est. Friday April 21 at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Powell, TN.

Jerry passed away Monday April 10, 2023 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.

He was born December 12, 1936 in Jersey City, NJ to the late William and Lulu Golden Keller.

Jerry was a Vietnam Veteran with the US Navy.

He was retired from the Point Pleasant Police Dept and later from the New Jersey Highway Dept.

Jerry was good hearted and was quick to help anyone in need. He loved to joke and laugh. He was a great husband, father, and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, George Ann Rifugiato Keller, whom he married June 12, 1965 in Point Pleasant; son, Bryan (Lori) Keller of Cumberland Cove; brother, Edward (Mary) Keller of North Carolina; grandchildren, Seth (Nicole) Keller and Zachary Keller, step-grandsons Justin Rittmiller, Colton Rittmiller and Logan Talbert.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kenny Keller.

Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)839-2266 Share condolences and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com.