IUKA — Billie Joe Keller, 79, of Iuka, Illinois passed away June 27, 2022, at Salem Township Hospital.

Born September 21, 1942, in Salem, he was the son of William Kelsie and Ruby Faye (Wimberly) Keller and they preceded him in death.

A retired construction laborer, he faithfully served in the United State Army-Airborne division during the Viet Nam war. He was of the Pentecostal faith.

He is survived by 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

Simple cremation was selected. There will be no public visitation or funeral. Burial will be private.

Memorials may be made to the Donor’s choice and received by the Sutherland – Rankin Funeral Home, P.O. Box 97, 310 N. Broadway, Salem, IL 62881 618-548-1234, entrusted with the family’s care. Online condolence may be left at sutherlandfuneralhome.com.