William R. Keesler
William R. "Bill" Keesler, 60, passed away Friday, September 6, 2024, at his home in the company of his wife and daughters.
Born July 2, 1964, in Homestead Air Base, FL, he was the son of Robert Keesler (Joyce Shotts) of Bradford and Joanne P. (Beckwith) Roeder of Bradford. He was a 1982 graduate of Bradford Area High School.
On September 26, 1998, in Bradford, he married Traci (Holsinger) Keesler who survives.
Bill was employed at Georgia-Pacific and Zippo Manufacturing. In 2008 he purchased, Gilbert’s Lift Truck Service and renamed the business, Keesler’s Lift Truck Service, which he operated until his death.
Throughout Bill's life, he was a hard worker and devoted father. After work, in addition, he completed numerous side jobs, such as mowing for the township and many local fields and properties.
He was respected by many as a “jack of all trades”, there was never a job that he turned down. He touched so many through his working hands and strong work ethic. His home reflects so many of his talents and abilities of what he was able to create.
He was active in his daughters’ lives, taking them shooting, spending time with their beloved dogs, and passing on his work ethic.
Through his many talents, he was able to bring his ideas to life. This was reflected in his ability to create traditions, such as making maple syrup and apple cider with his handmade equipment and presses. His daughters will definitely carry on his legacy.
He was a member of the Mt. Jewett Sportsman’s Club and the Sons of the American Legion Post 108. In his free time, he enjoyed skeet shooting, bird hunting with his dogs, and spending time with his special friend Jamis.
Surviving in addition to his parents and wife, are his two daughters Sydni Keesler and Kayli Keesler of Bradford, his cousin, Ed English of Derrick City, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Cindy (Denny) Gorton.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Bill's Life on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 12 pm to 5 pm at the American Legion Post 108 in Bradford.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorials, if desired, may be given to Kids and Cancer, PO Box 1299, Bradford, PA 16701, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
I am so sorry to hear of Bill''s passing. A genuinely nice guy
— brian vecellio
Traci, and girls, we are so sorry for your loss.
— Maria Hoffmann
Joanne, Tracy, and girls we are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great guy. Always had a wave and a smile when we drove by your house. Sending comfort and prayers for all of you.
Jim and Janet Kirk
— Jim and Janet Kirk
To the family of Bill. So sorry for your loss. Bill was a very special guy.Will be missed for sure. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
— Larry and Suzie Fox
TRACEY, AND GIRLS. WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL.
— Jim and Sue Steen
Bob and joyce I am sorry to hear about your loss my heart goes out to yoy.
— Jerry Berkhouse
So very sorry for your loss
— Kevin & Gail Moyer
I always will cherish our talks at ARG when Bill and I would solve the world’s problems.
After I retired the times I saw Bill were always enjoyable and filled with laughter and a beer.
Traci,Sydni and Kayli our prayers will be with you.
— Michael Angello
To Bill’s family: I am so sorry for your loss. Bill did an excellent job repairing our old farm tractor when my husband and I moved back to the area in 2021. Bill quickly returned to look over the tractor when we thought we had another issue with it. Much to my liking he brought the dog of one of his daughters with him. I tried to post a picture of Bill and the dog here from that visit, but can’t figure out how to do it. Feel free to email me if you want to see it I think I can figure out how to send it to you that way.
— Patty Popiel Lehosky
Bill was so very special to our family. He was always there with a smile when we needed him. Truly wonderful man. My sincerest condolences to Traci, Sydni, Kayli and the rest of his family.
— Sandra McKinley
Bill was a colorful character and a good friend. Whenever we got to visit with him we were always guaranteed plenty of laughs. We will miss him dearly. Our deepest sympathies to Traci and family.
— Steve Himes
Bill was a very kind man, one of a kind. Heaven gained an angel.
I''m so sorry Traci and your girls. He will be missed
— Barb Reynolds
Bill was a kind person. He will be missed . Condolences to his family.
— Bonny Steck
So very sorry to hear that Bill has passed he was such a great man. He will be miss. My condolences to his family.
— Cindy Remington
Bill was a powerful man with a kind heart who left his mark on many of us. He lived a simple life and was faithful to his beliefs. Bill was fiercely loyal to his friends and family, and he was always willing to lend a hand. My condolences to his mother, Joann, his wife, Traci, and his daughters.
— Lyle Hajdu
Traci and girls,
So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
— Marlene Stadtler
Bill was a great guy with old fashioned values and will be truly missed. My sincerest condolences to Joanne, Traci and the girls. My prayers are with you all.
— Kelly Moonan
Traci, Sending you and the girls love and healing prayers.
— Amy Smith-Hilbert
So very sorry for your loss will hold you in my
— Rev.Charlene Schine-Gorman
Thinking of you all.
— Tracey VanGorder and family
I am sorry to hear of your loss.
— Stoney Greenberg
My prayers are with you and the girls. Sorry for your loss.
— Elizabeth Mollander
So sorry for your loss
— Karin Cole
Tracy, You all all in my prayers . May you feel God’s Love.
— Tom Leposa
Traci and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
— Wendy Arnett