“Classmates
I have been in contact with Steve Keller’s wife Diane. I asked her if it would be ok if Steve’s classmates used our website to post their thoughts and memories of Steve and she has approved. I would encourage such postings as they are, in my opinion, a valuable outlet for the grief we all feel and solace for a family in a time of sadness.”
Steve of course was a beloved friend, classmate, and our Senior Class President in 1965. Steve was a dentist and worked with the Palo Alto Dental Group starting in 1979. He attended Georgetown University School of Dentistry on a scholarship from the United States Navy and served as a naval officer and general dentist at Naval Air Station Moffett Field in Mountain View for three years, according to the dental group's website. He became a full partner in 1982. After retiring, Steve and his wife Diane served a senior mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Philippines.
What a shock to hear of Steve's passing! And what a trauma for his family. After High School, I lost contact with him but my memories of Steve a found. He was one of the "nice" guys who befreinded many with his sincere smile and demeanor. We played football together and I never heard a negative or bad word from him, only support. May his wife and family find some peace and remember the good times with him. The world has lost one of the good men!
Thinking of Steve Keller, I enjoyed his gracious and thoughful manner always with a smile. Steve led our class as Senior President with dignity and aplomb. Whether touching base in the hallways or during a Board of Control meeting, Steve represented the best in us. While flying fighters at Andrews Air Force Base as a young Lieutenant, I tended to brux my teeth while flying in tight formations at 450 - 500 mph, especiallly in the clouds. Steve was in dental school at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. I checked-in with him. With his usual unflappable smile he created a bite guard that when worn eased the tensions and bruxing during tight flying situations. The bite guard also protected my teeth. And, as you might expect, there was no charge for his exceptional service. I am always saddened with each class member we lose and wish Steve's family well. Even though our lives may not interact often along this journey, the memories of our experiences remain with us..
Drew Cannon
What a shock to hear of Steve's passing! And what a trauma for his family. After High School, I lost contact with him but my memories of Steve a found. He was one of the "nice" guys who befreinded many with his sincere smile and demeanor. We played football together and I never heard a negative or bad word from him, only support. May his wife and family find some peace and remember the good times with him. The world has lost one of the good men!
Rick Sorensen
Thinking of Steve Keller, I enjoyed his gracious and thoughful manner always with a smile. Steve led our class as Senior President with dignity and aplomb. Whether touching base in the hallways or during a Board of Control meeting, Steve represented the best in us. While flying fighters at Andrews Air Force Base as a young Lieutenant, I tended to brux my teeth while flying in tight formations at 450 - 500 mph, especiallly in the clouds. Steve was in dental school at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. I checked-in with him. With his usual unflappable smile he created a bite guard that when worn eased the tensions and bruxing during tight flying situations. The bite guard also protected my teeth. And, as you might expect, there was no charge for his exceptional service. I am always saddened with each class member we lose and wish Steve's family well. Even though our lives may not interact often along this journey, the memories of our experiences remain with us..