Birth date: Jan 16, 1939 Death date: Nov 2, 2020
Harley Roy Keele, 81, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, went to be with his Lord on November 2, 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on January 16, 1939 to Roy Lee and Syble L. Keele. Harley was married to Carolyn on May 27, 1960. He an Read Obituary
Harley is my brother..I always wanted pictures when we were together..He was with me thru every Chemo treatment I had and such an encouragement..I miss him and didn't expect him to die so suddenly..I don't think we ever get ready for them to pass on. I know he is happy in Heaven with his dear wife Carolyn and everyone gone before..Love you brother..and have many memories of times past.
Harley was the kindest, funniest, and most empathetic man I have ever met. He was a volunteer at the Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute and brightened every Friday that I was there for chemo (November 2018-April 2019). He made sure no one was alone in their journey and always had a funny story, quick grin, or sympathetic ear. It was only after I had gone through two months of treatments that Harley shared the story of his beloved wife's cancer. I felt honored that he did so. It just made his volunteerism at a chemo infusion center all that more extraordinary.
Because of the drugs I was given, I often fell asleep after about an hour and dozed for the remainder of my treatment. My mother was always with me, and I would be vaguely aware that Harley would come back on his rounds and chat with her to keep her spirits up. I just can't emphasize enough his kindness and concern for others!
I learned from a mutual friend that Harley had passed, and both my mother and I were tremendously saddened to hear that. But I also know that Harley had a faith as deep as the Grand Canyon and still loved and missed his wife. It makes me smile to think of them together again. May God bless and comfort your family and friends, Harley!
Harley was my Uncle. He was always up for a celebration of any kind. All of our family enjoyed his company and his love for Jesus Christ brings us great comfort! He was the perfect example of what a person should be. RIP Uncle Harley until we meet again. ❤️❤️❤️
Harley was quite a man. Funny, intelligent,compassionate, accomplished, but most of all a man who trusted God. He brightened so many lives by taking the time to visit and listen to their stories (and share his). Rest now, Harley. Your work is done. Your buddy, Judy McCoy
Harley was a volunteer at OCSRI during my cancer treatment. I always go visit when I return! He was an awesome person—very warm, caring, and compassionate—always looked forward to seeing him! He had a true heart for service and was a salt of the earth kind of person! Everyone loved him and I know many have been praying for him! I prayed every day for healing and now am glad he’s with our Lord and in peace. I will miss him so terribly! He was such a dear soul and I’m so blessed to have known him!! 💜💜💜💜
