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George R. Keller, 64

George R. Keller, 64, of Lititz, PA and Ridgewood, NY, died Saturday, October 15, 2011 at Lancaster General Hospital.  Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Charles and Mildred (DeFino) Keller.  He was married to Debra A. Sabarese for 15 years.

He was the regional vice president at the Atlantic Express Bus Company for over 30 years.  George was a parishioner of St. John Neumann Catholic Church. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #12532 and a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus- Santa Maria Assembly.  He enjoyed spending time with his family especially with his granddaughter Debra Lynn.

George proudly served his country as a radio operator with a reconnaissance squad in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.

In addition to his wife, George is survived by one son: Joseph T. Steigner, husband of Sherida, one granddaughter: Debra Lynn Steigner, all of Baldwin, NY, and by one brother: Sonny.

Family and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 110 Anchor Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572 on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 9:45 AM with Rev. Michael Culkin as Celebrant.  A viewing will be held at Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 on Monday, October 17, 2011 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm with a prayer service at 7:30pm led by Rev. Michael Culkin.  A second viewing will be held at Towers Funeral Home, 2681 Long Beach Road, Oceanside, NY 11572 on Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 2-4pm and 7-9pm.  Interment will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Kew Gardens, NY.  In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in George’s memory to the Blessed John the 23rd Religious Education Center Capital Campaign c/o St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 East Delp Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.  To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100

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Our deepest sympathies to Georges family and friends.
George will certainly be missed at Courtesy.
He was, truly, the heart and soul of the company.
May God rest his soul.

Jerry & Christine La Forgia

Dear friend Deb,
All my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you the strength and courage to get through these rough times.
You’ll continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Your friend always,
  Ria (and Jeff) Heft

With my deepest sympathy, George will be missed by everybody. I am sure that he will rest in peace because he was a person of unique integrity and character. He cared so much for family, company and everything that he did in this world. He had a heart of gold and truly cared about the effects of his decisions on others. He would go out of his way to make the right choice, even if it was more difficult for him just because it was correct. All of us will miss this great man.

Howard Shapiro
Union delegate

Heartfelt condolences to your family in this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Gina
Courtesy Bus

We are so sorry.  George was a wonderful man and he will be dearly missed.  Our heartfelt condolences are with all of you. 
Georgette Gatto and family

With our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very sad loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

With Love,
Christine, Gus, Elizabeth and Gerard Meittinis

Dear Debbie and Family;

I would like to send my deepest condolences to you and your family.  In this time of sorrow, we should take the time to remember what a wonderful boss,    co-worker and friend he was.  He will never be forgotten and will be missed by his #1 "witch" in the office.

May he rest in peace
Cathy
Courtesy Bus

Dear Degra and Family,

So sorry for your loss, I will miss him at the office.

Sincerely,
Luann Giordano

My thoughts and prayers are with you Debbie, and your family.  Courtesy Bus will not be the same without George.  I have worked with George for about twenty five years and to know George is to love him. George called me his bookie because he was always losing his petty cash receipts and I would always yell at him. I have seen George in his bad moods, cranky moods, stressed moods, happy moods, but most of all I will remember him for being a very compassionate caring person who would would do anything for anyone in a time of need.     
With my deepest sympathy,
Margaret

My deepest sympathy to Debbie, Joe and Family.  George will always be remembered fondly by his little smurf (as he loved to call me)for his kindness and generosity with me.  He will be missed.

We send our sincerest condolences on the lose of your beloved Husband, grandfather.

George was a kind, generous man who loved his family immeasurably. His memory will forever be in our hearts. In the days and weeks ahead, may God give you comfort and peace. Know that no matter what, your friends are there to help you, and to lend a shoulder. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
(Geri Monatesti)

To the entire Keller family, my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to you all on the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather.  I had the great honor and fortune of working with George for the last 15 years and will miss him more than words can say.  He was a man of such honor and integrity, and did his job with compassion, kindness and empathy for all those around him.  He loved and appreciated people and life, especially his family.  My God Bless you all and keep you close until you meet  him again.  My prayers are with you.  George, I miss you and thank you for being my friend.  Love, Carolyn Daly Brink

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