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Richard Louis Keel

Very Aged Man Died Last Night; Funeral Tomorrow

R. L. Keel, known as “Uncle” Louis Keel, died early last night at the home of his son, Jake Keel, on the Liberty Road. Mr. Keel was 84 years old.

He owned a farm near Camp Ground, but for sometime had been at the home of his son. His wife died about ten years ago.

Mr. Keel is survived by his son Jake and the following named daughters: Mrs. Elmer Gowler, Mrs. ? King, Mrs. Bob Edwards.

Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at Camp Ground church and burial will follow at East Salem cemetery. Short services will be conducted at the grave by the Rev. Al Smith

Source: Mt. Vernon Register News
Date: Wednesday, May 4, 1927
Submitted by: Lori Lisenby Leonard


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