1948
2019
Benjamin "Po Ben" Keller was born in Baton Rouge, LA to the late Ivy Keller and Mary Singleton, on June 13, 1948. He departed this life on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 10:30 a.m., at AMG Specialty Hospital in Zachary, LA. He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at an early age. Benjamin proudly served his country as a soldier in the United States Army where he served in Germany. Benjamin was an alumni of Scotlandville High School. After his departure from the military he became self-employed as a Concrete Foundation Contractor until he retired. He was a dedicated Southern University "Super Fan" for decades. Benjamin leaves to cherish his memory his sister, Agnes Kennon; sons, Bryant Keller, Chester Hatcher, Lakeo Keller, Benjamin Cage, Mark Darensbourg, Jr (son-in-law); daughters, Shashanneon Keller Darensbourg, Andrea Keller (daughter-in-law), Denitra Cage (daughter-in-law). grandchildren, Jaylen, Kiera, Tre'Varion, Treyton, Trayveon, Therye, Kennedy, Ava, Dominic, Bryant, Kia, LaJacquae, Lakelyn, Kaitlyn, Jessica, Chesmonti, Chelsea; great-grandchildren, Qurrency, Naomi, Robert; Goddaughters, Mary McCall, Ye'al Turner-Flowers, Benita Cornelious; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Benjamin was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert Keller and Joseph Keller; sister, Annette Cornelious; and son, Kelvin Cage.
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As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Elzey James Pounds and Family
April 1, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donnettia Houston Thomas and Family
April 1, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Elaine Pounds Thomas and Family
April 1, 2019
Love You Forever Uncle Ben!
Donna Cage
March 15, 2019
To the Po Ben Family
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. It seems like only yesterday you could hear Ben say, "I ain't lying","And you know this man"."Sweep Grumbling","Do the Stinky Leg". Everyone loved "Po Ben" He was a true Southern Super Fan.
Albert Clark
March 15, 2019
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