Joseph E. Keller 1957-2025

He was born Oct. 6, 1957, in Youngstown, the son of Jacob E. and Janet Snyder Keller.

Joe was a 1976 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and worked as a cement mason for several years. He also worked for Austintown Township for more than 20 years, retiring in 2023.

He married the former Laurie S. Mallory on Jan. 31, 1987. They shared 38 years of marriage and happy memories. She survives him.

Joe was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 3298 in Austintown. He enjoyed animals, being in nature, fishing, hunting and camping. He particularly enjoyed taking trips to his camp in Marienville, Pa. Joe’s greatest joy was spending time with his beloved family. He married into a large family and made lasting relationships with his extended family and many friends.

Besides his wife, Joe is survived by four children, Jacob (Kaitlin) Keller of Austintown, Katie (Jay Warnock) Keller of Youngstown, and Cassie (Nicholas) Bowlen and Magie Keller, both of Austintown. He also leaves behind two beloved granddaughters, Stevie Mae and Lucy Jo; and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be 5 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2025, at Lane Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel, 5797 Mahoning Ave., with Pastor Mark Nelson officiating.

Friends may call 2 to 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

This obituary may be viewed and condolences can be sent by visiting www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

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