William Earnest "Bill" Keel

February 24, 1950 - June 16, 2014

William Ernest "Bill" Keel of Searcy, Arkansas departed this life on Monday, June 16, 2014 at the age of 64. He was born on February 24, 1950 to the late John and Elsie Helen (Chapman) Keel in Memphis, Tennessee. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed fishing, and hunting. He is survived by his loving wife Gloria Ann (Medler) Keel, one brother Martin Edward Smithers, four step-children, Bobby Ray Rice, LeAnn Hart, Jacob Medler, and Jesse Medler, one step-granddaughter Ashlynn Medler, many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Elsie Helen (Chapman) Keel, one brother Paul Willard Smithers, and one sister Helen Diane Keel. Those honored to serve as Pallbearers are Bobby Medler, Pete Medler, Jacob Medler, Billy Medler, Charlie Medler, and Jesse Medler. Honorary Pallbearer is Bobby Ray Rice. Graveside Service will be held at West Point Cemetery in west Point, Arkansas on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 10a.m. with Bro. Bob Arthur officiating.