William M. Keesling

Denver,Colorado....William M. Keesling, 54 lifetime resident of Middletown passed away March 15, 2013 in Denver Colorado, following a brief illness.He was born in Middletown, the son of Robert and Juanita Keesling and lived here all of his life until recently moving to Colorado.He enjoyed the beautiful scenery, horseback riding and simply being outdoors.He enjoyed the culinary arts and completed a course at Ivy Tech shortly before relocating to Denver.Bill had enlisted after high school in the Army National Guard and retired as a specialist of Communication.He was very active with his grandkids: Christopher Ryan, Kaitlyn and Austin. Besides his grandkids, he is survived by two sons: Ryan Keesling of Middletown and Dustin Keesling (Nikki Morrow) of Denver, CO, three brothers: Gary (Paula) from Hagerstown, Steve (Susie) from Anderson, Dave (Cynthia) from Denver, CO and 1 sister: Melanie (Jeff) Hale from Middletown, as well as nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.A celebration of Bill's life will be conducted at 2:00 Saturday at Ballard and Sons Funeral Home, 118 South 5th, Middletown with Marty Ballard officiating.Friends may call from noon until the time of the services.Memorials may be made to the Middletown Food Pantry.Online Guestbook at: www.ballardandsons.comThe Ballard family is honored to celebrate the life of Bill with family and friends.