Patricia Ann Stuckey Keeling of Sheridan, Arkansas was born December 29, 1935 in Cato, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Theo and Grace Adams Stuckey. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Sheridan where she was instrumental in founding the Soul Food Kitchen. She was an honorary member of the FFA Alumni and was a member of the Grant County Garden Club.

Ms. Keeling had retired from the Sheridan School System having worked in the Food Service Department. She was also a member of the School Nutrition Association and had presided over the Sheridan Band Booster Club in 1976-1977.

Ms. Keeling died Monday, September 15, 2008 at Baptist Health Medical Center at the age of 72. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Keeling and a son,
Michael Keeling.

Survivors; Sons, Dr. Bruce and wife Nancy Keeling of Levelland, Texas;
Tony and wife Jacqueline Keeling of Sheridan;
Sister, Inez and husband Bud Hall of Sherwood;
Grandchildren, Heather, Nicole, and Lauren;
Great grandchild, McKynley;

Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Thursday, September 18 , 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Sheridan with Rev. Bruce Bennett officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation: 6-8 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers are Andy Hall, Joe Harrington, Bobby Harrington, Gary Hall, Jeff Hall and Drew Hall.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 357, Sheridan, Arkansas 72150.