Irvin J. Keller, Jr. (Irv) passed away very peacefully Tuesday October 13, 2026. He was surrounded by his family and close friends.

He was born on February 27, 1949, to Irvin J. Keller, Sr., and Marion Power Keller. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Janet Dufour Keller, two daughters, Lori Keller Ramos, (Robie) and Miki Keller Nordine (Todd Nordine) brother Patrick Keller (Peggy) and their children Lindsey Keller Nye (Chris) and their children Gabriel, Lucy, and Shepherd, and nephews Brad Keller and Jeffrey Keller. He had a deep and profound love for his family. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and numerous aunts and uncles.

After graduating from St. Aloysius High School in 1967, he joined the Navy and spent time in Jacksonville, Florida, as well as in Spain. He thoroughly enjoyed his time in the Navy was very proud to serve his country.

Irv grew up in New Orleans, and moved to Covington in 1984. He loved hunting and fishing and outdoors and the Blazin K Farm. He worked for the New Orleans Fire Department for 35 years and attained the position of Captain until his retirement in 2005. His time on the fire department was cherished by the work he did and the special friends he made. He also cherished the friends he made in this Lee Road community. He volunteered at New Zion Baptist church helping with the lunch ministry as well as Fitzgerald Church helping with the lunch ministry. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to neighbors and friends. His kind heart and loving nature will be missed by all.

Family and friends are invited to attend services at Bagnell Funeral Home 75212 Hwy 437 Covington, Louisiana 70435, Tuesday October 20, 2026. Visitation from 10 – 11:30. A mass will follow in the chapel and burial immediately following.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Benedict Lunch Ministry, Fitzgerald Church Lunch Ministry, or a charity of your choice is appreciated.