Claude Richard Keller, 56 of Hickory, NC went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 22nd, 2025, at his residence.
Born on May 17th, 1969, in Catawba County, NC, he was the son of the late Claude Junior and Rosa South Keller. Richard was an avid animal lover. He was loved by his family and will be dearly missed.
In addition to his parents, Richard is preceded in death by his brother, John E. Mauney.
Those left to cherish his memory include his 2 sisters, Robin Crafton and husband, Keith and Faye Crafton and husband, Danny; his 3 nephews, Kevin Geackel and wife, Connie, Danny Crafton, Jr. and Mike Crafton; his 2 nieces, Misty Clay and husband, Jeff and Scottie Mays; his 2 great nephews, Caiden Clay and Cannon Clay, as well as numerous other family members.
A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Catawba County Humane Society in Richard’s name.
Condolences may be left at www.catawbamemorialpark.com.
The Keller Family is under the care of Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations.
