Vernon Keller Obituary
The world bids farewell to Vernon Keller of Terre Haute, Indiana, departing on January 20, 2026 at the age of 63. Vernon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Vernon Keller or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his mother Christine Keller (Rukes); and his grandparents, Katherine, Lewis Keller, Mary Della Rukes Adams and Ezra Rukes.
He is survived by: his father Vernon R. Keller; his wife Renee Keller (Karam); his sons, Nicholas Keller and Cory Keller; his sister Robin Keller Shamsaie; his brother-in-law Shawn Shamsaie; his nephews, Adam Shamsaie (Kenzie) and Julian Shamsaie (Kalli); his great-niece Adaline Shamsaie; and his siblings-in-law, Jholeen Cunningham (Paul), Cheryl Kingrey (Jerry), Paula Poole and Kevin Karam (Stephanie). He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
While at RHIT, he was awarded the Jess Lucas Spirit Award and 2021 Commissioner's Cup Award for his outstanding time commitment and personal sacrifice during the Covid Pandemic in the 2020-2021 academic year.
