KELLER, Willi Keller

Passed away peacefully at Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the age of 87. Beloved husband and best friend of Christina “Tina” (née Dawitschek), with whom he shared 63 wonderful years of marriage.

Loving father of William “Bill” (Vikky), Brian (Jennifer), and Peter (Irene). He will be fondly remembered by his seven grandchildren and cherished by his twin great-grandchildren.

Born in Hungary during the dawn of WWII, Willi’s early life was marked by hardship. By age 13, his family home and farm had been taken, his brother had died in the war, and he had lost both parents. At 17, he emigrated to Canada and later met the love of his life, Christina. Together they raised three sons and built a loving family.

Willi worked at Uniroyal in Kitchener for 30 years, retiring in 1992. He embraced retirement, spending time in his yard and garden, and using his many handy skills. He was known for his devotion to his family, his sharp wit, and his incredible memory—traits especially admired in his eldest son. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Predeceased by his parents, Michael and Mary (née Steierhoffer), and siblings Michael, Frances, Teresa, Katerina, Mary, and Joseph.

Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, from 11:30 am to 1:15 pm. The funeral service will follow in the chapel at 1:30 pm, with interment immediately after at Parkview Cemetery, Waterloo.

In lieu of flowers, condolences and donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario may be made through the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Erb & Good Family Funeral Home.