KELLER, ELWOOD “WOODY” FRANK - died peacefully in his sleep Friday, June 13, 2008. Age 92 years. Woody’s family moved to Sonoma County in 1917. He graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1935, serving as the president of the student body, member of the football team and president of the Senior Class. Woody was a veteran of the United States Navy during WWII, serving as a Chief Motor Machinists Mate aboard the minesweeper, U.S.S. Token, AM-126, in the Pacific Theater. He retired from the Arabian American Oil Co. (Aramco) following a 21-year career as a foreman in the Drilling Department,working and living in Saudi Arabia. Woody is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Gloria Keller of Santa Rosa; son, Mike (Christina) Keller of Windsor and their children, Austin, Ian, Caitlin and Sierra; daughter, Andrea (Bob) Borowicz of Santa Rosa and their children, Megan, Jordan, Nick and Tasha. He was a past member of Masonic Lodge #882 (Saudi Arabia) and the Arabian Shrine Club. He enjoyed woodworking, model trains, anything John Wayne and spending time at the “Keller Ranch” on Sheephouse Creek. He will always be remembered for his enduring sense of humor, gracious and kind heart and for the love he had for his family. Known as “Pop” to his grandchildren, Woody will be greatly missed by his wife, family, and all who knew him.

Private family services at Santa Rosa Memorial Park. Memorial donations in Woody’s memory may be made to Books Aloud, P.O. Box 5731, San Jose, CA 95150. Family assisted by Santa Rosa Mortuary Eggen & Lance Chapel, Santa Rosa, 707-545-3747.