James Steven Keltner, 70, a resident of Cape Coral, FL for the past eight years, formerly of Elkhart, IN, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018, after a lengthy illness. He was born February 24, 1947 in South Bend, IN to Samuel and Edyth Keltner, both deceased.
Jim received his Master's Degree in Elementary Education from IUSB. He taught 5th and 6th grades at Concord West Side Elementary School for 30 years. He was known for his great story telling and jokes. Jim was a member of the Elks and an avid golfer.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Janice "Janie" Keltner of Cape Coral; two daughters, Jessica Wozniak (Pete) of Chicago, IL and Jaclyn Perrett (Kyle) of San Francisco, CA; brother, John Keltner; four grandchildren, Jack, Reese, Fiona and Zoe; special in-laws, Lynn and Don Sullivan; several nieces and nephews; as well as his loyal dog Indy.
No formal services are planned at this time.
Memorial Contributions in memory ofJames Steven Keltner are suggested to :
Cure SMA at
925 Busse Road, Elk Grove Village, IL. , 60007.
Friends are invited to send condolences via the on-line guest book which can be found at
www.MullinsMemorial.com.
Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.
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