Danny Ray Keller

Mr. Danny Ray Keller, 75, of Granite Falls, went home to be with the Lord on Monday October 26, 2026, at CarePartners Hospice Solace Center in Asheville.

Danny was born on March 29, 1951, in Catawba county to the late Clyde Wesley Keller and Precious Eulila Austin. Danny Keller proudly served in the United States Navy and worked as a mechanic throughout his career. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Granite Falls, where he found a place in his faith and community. Danny enjoyed spending his time on the golf course, admiring classic cars, watching old Westerns, and collecting clocks. He appreciated the charm of days gone by and found joy in the things he loved most. These interests were a special part of who Danny was and will be fondly remembered by those who knew and loved him.

In addition to his parents Danny is proceeded in death by his wife Susan Winkler.

Those left to cherish the memory of Danny include his children; Toye Johnson and husband Doug of Granite Falls, Joshua Keller and wife Crystal Arten of Hickory, Amanda Smith and husband Justin of Little River SC, Joe Keller of Orange Park Florida and Jason Bumgarner and wife Toni of Hudson, Siblings; Clyde Keller and wife Janet of VA, Mary Hawkins and husband Bill of Longs SC and Dwight Keller and wife Leslie of Statesville, Grandchildren; Christopher Clark Jr., Lalana Thongkai, Lilah Keller, Oliver Keller and Nova Smith. Also surviving are numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life Danny lived, will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday November 14, 2026, at First United Methodist Church of Granite Falls, with Rev. Mike Harris officiating.

An online guestbook and obituary is available at www.mackiefh.com.

Mackie Funeral Service & Cremations of Granite Falls is serving the family.