Tucker Jay Keeling

October 5, 2013 Tucker Jay Keeling, 45, of Tulsa, Oklahoma passed away on September 30, 2013 at his home after a long battle with ALS. A memorial service will be held October 7, 2013 at 2pm at Asbury United Methodist Church (Mason Chapel), Tulsa, Oklahoma. Tucker was born March 11, 1968 in Calgary, Canada to Vella and Jerry Keeling. He moved with his family to Enid, Oklahoma in 1973 where he attended school and graduated from Enid High School in 1986. He continued his education at Oklahoma State University. Tucker spent many years working in Las Vegas as a blackjack dealer but moved to Tulsa in 2002 to be closer to family. Even during his illness, Tucker's zest for life was infectious. He enjoyed football, traveling and spending time with friends and family. Tucker is survived by parents Vella and Jerry Keeling of Tulsa; his sister Tina Winzeler and husband Doug of Oklahoma City;
his brother Terry Keeling and wife Jennifer of Tulsa; sons Jeremy and Chase; four nephews, three nieces and best friend Darren Froemming. In lieu of flowers, contributions benefitting Tucker's sons can be made to "The Tucker Keeling Memorial Fund" account at Bank of Oklahoma. Kennedy-Kennard Funeral & Cremation, Broken Arrow, OK, 918.251.5331,Kennedycares.com