Janine Keller
Born: Sat., Mar. 3, 1951
Died: Thu., Mar. 24, 2016
Funeral Mass
10:00 AM Sat., May 14, 2016
Location: Immaculate Conception Church
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Hundreds of photos were taken on Janine Keller's final day, March 24th. Why? She was dressed in a FULL bunny suit to please and amuse the neighborhood children as she worked her corner as a crossing guard.
Janine, born March 3rd, 1951 and a lifelong resident of Everett Massachusetts, was a concentrated ball of energy and fire and she infused this spirit into every situation. She made mundane and ordinary events into unique situations. She'd sing loudly while walking through the grocery store, get recipes from other shoppers and make friends with strangers. She brought joy and love to every single thing she did.
Without the endless love and support of her husband, Rick Keller, Janine would not have been able to do all the things she was so deeply passionate about including volunteering with the Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Camp Nihan, leading Religious Education Classes at the IC, helping support a family and an orphanage in Uganda and donating to breast cancer awareness.
Janine loved children and her love knew no bounds. She fostered 57 children and was a mother to many more. She was never too busy to provide a neighborhood child a hot meal or give out kind words and a hug.
Janine will be missed by everyone that knew and loved her. She is survived by her husband, Rick Keller; her children, Shawn Keller and wife Jennifer Elderkin-Keller, Shannon Keller and husband Jamie Lyon, Bo Keller, Guerline Keller, Maggie Keller, Alec “Poochie” Keller, Roses Keller; her granddaughter, Payton Keller and Payton’s mom Charlene Geary; her mother, Jane Kwiatkowski; and her sisters, Susan Young and Karen Sidle.
A funeral mass will be held May 14th at 10AM at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Everett. Following mass will be a Celebration of Life in the lower church, program to start at 11:30. Remembering Janine's love of children, any and all are invited.
Do you think Janine would want you in black? Wear your colors.
In lieu of flowers please consider donating to https://www.gofundme.com/JanineKeller so we can finish some of the good work Janine started.
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Marcia Paxton and George Paxton
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Posted Sat March 26, 2016
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Janine was a wonderful person and friend. I will always remember our time together in Panama. Our condolences to Rick and the rest of the family. Janine will watch over you as the angel she now has become. Love you always.
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The Belluschi Family
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Posted Sat March 26, 2016
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Our deepest sympathies to the Keller Family. Janine will be greatly missed.
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Marcia Paxton and George Paxton
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Posted Sat March 26, 2016
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Janine was a wonderful person and friend. I will always remember our time together in Panama. Our condolences to Rick and the rest of the family. Janine will watch over you as the angel she now has become. Love you always.
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kimberly phifer
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Posted Sat March 26, 2016
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so sorry for your loss may Janine r.i.p
from a facebook friend
kim phifer
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The Catino Family
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Posted Sat March 26, 2016
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We have spent many memorable moments with Janine and are so blessed to have been part of her life and just simply adored her. We had made a forever friend. She was so selfless, kindhearted, faithful, loving, the list goes on. She made C.C.D., Church and Vacation Bible School FUN to attend for our son. There are not many people who can do that! Rest in Peace "Mrs. Keller". Until we meet again. Our sincerest condolences to the the entire family.
Love Chris, Donna and Domenic
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Trisha DiMartino
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Posted Thu March 31, 2016
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I am so sorry for your loss. Janine was such a sweet kind woman. My love and prayers are with Isabella and the Keller family.
A friend from Stop and Shop (Everett)
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Regina Jones
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Posted Thu March 31, 2016
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Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. Let God replace your grief with hope - your anguish with peace. At present I know you are overwhelmed with sadness but in the days to come a smile will return to your face as you remember the good times you shared with Janine. May our God of all comfort, comfort you during all your tribulations because he cares for you. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4 & 1 Peter 5:7) Let the Bible's assurance that there is going to be a resurrection of our dead loved ones give you hope and bring you peace. (Acts 24:15-John 5:28,29-John 11:25)
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Karen Lavorati
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Posted Fri May 06, 2016
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MY deepest sympathies, remember always she is now an angel looking out for all of you. I've known and been friends with this wonderful woman for 50 years, meeting when we were 15, I will miss her till be meet again.
Karen Lavorati
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