Dear brothers and sisters at Messiah,
Our brother in Christ Jack Keller was called home to be with our Lord on Thursday, June 26th, 2024, at the age of 72. Jack was confirmed and became a member of Messiah in 1985, joining along with his fiancée Sheryl Forwood. Jack & Sheryl were married at Messiah later that year and have been faithful and active in worship and service ever since.
We grieve over Jack's passing with Sheryl, their children Brent and Brittany, and all of his family and friends. But we are also grateful that Jack is free from his earthly sufferings, and is now in the presence of his Savior Jesus Christ, awaiting the resurrection of the body on the last day.
Jack's memorial service will be held at Messiah on Monday, July 8th at 11:00 am; for those unable to attend, it will be livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook. The family will greet members and guests beginning at 10:00 am; a dessert reception will follow the service in Messiah’s fellowship hall. Visitation will also be held on Sunday, July 7th, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Reyers North Valley Chapel, 2815 Fuller Road NE in Grand Rapids. Click here to view Jack's complete obituary online.
Please keep all those who knew and loved Jack in your prayers in the coming days; feel free to use the prayer below as a model.
Lord God, maker of heaven and earth and giver of life, we thank You for all the mercies You granted to our brother Jack during his earthly life, especially for calling him to faith in Jesus Christ. Comfort Sheryl, Brent, Brittany and all the survivors who mourn Jack's death with the hope of the glorious resurrection and a joyful reunion in heaven. Keep us mindful that we are mortal so that we will ever be prepared to die in the faith and finally receive the glory promised to all who trust in Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Yours in Him,
Pastor Eric Black & Rick Krueger
Messiah Lutheran Church
Jack Keller, 1952-2024
