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Obituary for Kellerman


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday July 25, 2003

William Charles Kellerman, Jr. (Bill), Lt. Col. USAF (Ret.), 84, passed away July 17, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marie; his daughter, Karen and her husband, Charles Pharris; his son, WCK III (Bill) and his wife, Jane; four loving grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Bill served with the Flying Tigers, 75th Fighter Squadron in China in WWII and in Korea. Private burial will be at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. The family wishes to thank the wonderful caregivers Blanca and Humberto Gasson and the nurses and staff at Zia Hospice for helping to keep Grandpa Bill at home during his final days. If so desired, memorial donations may be made to Zia Hospice, 4147 Montgomery NE, 87109 or to a charity of your choice. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Alb. 87107, 343-8008.