August John Keller

August John “Gus” Keller, 86, of Midland, passed away on December 26, 2016. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 1:30 pm at Grace Lutheran Church in Midland with Rev. Robert Pase officiating.Gus was born February 25, 1930 in St Louis, MO. to Amanda and August Keller. He graduated high school from Cleveland High in St Louis. MO.  He went on to play football at Kansas State University and graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree in geology and business.  He married Patricia Laney on December 27, 1953 in Lyons, KS.  He served our country in the Air Force.  Gus enjoyed golfing, being with his family and friends, and leading bible studies.  He worked for Cities Service Oil Co./Occidental Petroleum as a Geologist for 30 plus years.He is survived by his wife Patricia Ann Keller; sons, Bill and wife Lisa, Paul, Michael and wife Niki, and Karl and wife Bonnie Keller; grandchildren, Scott, Brian, Katie, Kyle, Rachel, Hannah, Gretchen, Bailey, Christopher, Thomas; and one great grandchild, Evy.He is preceded in death by his parents Amanda and August (Gus), brothers Karl and Donald, and sister Laverne, and daughter-in-law Debbie.In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be donated to the Building Fund at Grace Lutheran Church at 3000 W. Golf Course Rd, Midland TX 79701.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com,