Passed away peacefully \, Thursday, December 13, 2012, at Edward Hospital. Age 74. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years Diane E. (nee Rambo) Keck; two sons Tim (Missy) Keck of Kalamazoo, MI and David (Sue) Keck of Highland , IN; two grandchildren Jacob and Rachel Keck both of Kalamazoo, MI. Two brothers Tom (Beverly) Keck of Monpiler, VT and Steve (Patty) Keck of Joliet. Preceded in death by his parents Norman and Lillian (nee Swan) Keck and a step-mother Dorothy Keck; a brother Terry L. Keck and two step-brothers' "California Steve" Cameron and Doug Cameron. A licensed amateur radio operator for over 60 years and an avid sailor. Co-owner of Keck Electric and the Joliet Beach Club. Funeral services will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers memorials to the American Heart Association, American Diabetes or charity of your choice will be appreciated. Visitation Monday from 4-8 PM.