James L. KeckPIERCETON – James L. Keck Sr., 67, of Pierceton, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 16, 2021, at 12:05 p.m.
Born Feb. 14, 1954, in Monroe, Mich., James was the son of Earl Newton and Irene Helen Steinmen Keck. He was united in marriage to Misty Lynn Shenefield on Sept. 30, 2013, in Columbia City.
He was a graduate of Monroe High School, Michigan. James proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1974. He was an employee for Welch Packaging Group, Pierceton. He enjoyed playing the drums, loved boating and adored his family.
James is survived by his wife, Misty Keck, of Pierceton; children: Darlaane (Robert) Barnett and Kimberly Ann Marie (Steven) Holloway; stepchildren: Brittni Shenefield and Katelynn King; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in passing by two children: Ruthann Marie Keck and James Lee Keck Jr.
A visitation is planned from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, May 20 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton, with a funeral service celebrating his life at noon. Chaplain Bob Jarboe will be officiating the services. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton.
Masks are optional, and social distancing is encouraged. No food is permitted at this time.
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Memorial donations to assist the family may be made to McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, 2290 Provident Court, Warsaw, IN 46580.
To sign the guestbook or send a condolence, go to www.mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com.
