Melanie Mary Keil

Melanie M. (Nassr) Keil, 86, died Friday, May 29, 2020 at Heritage Village of Waterville. She had been struggling with Alzheimer’s the past couple of years. Melanie was born January 15, 1934, to Anthony M. “Nap” and Florence (Jansen) Nassr. She graduated from St. James grade school and Central Catholic High School (Class of 1952). A devout Catholic, she worshipped at the former St. James, St. Charles and Our Lady of Perpetual Help parishes through the years. Melanie married Bob Keil in 1954 and they raised their family of five children together. Early in their marriage she worked at Toledo Trust (now Keybank). For many years, she played the organ/piano for the children’s and men’s choirs at St. James. She also played the organ at OLPH and St. Patrick of Heatherdowns. Melanie assisted Bob with his job at Interstate Studios Inc., taking pictures and creating yearbooks for many area schools. After Bob died in 1989, Melanie continued working for Interstate Studios. Melanie was married to David Noe 1992 – 2014 In her later years, before her illness, Melanie enjoyed family, socializing at the Maumee Eagles and Elks Clubs, playing bridge with friends, participating in the St. Joan of Arc-OLPH support group, making an annual retreat in Carey, OH, and attending St. James Reunion dinners. She was also active with the Central Catholic High School Alumni and Friends organization.. Melanie was a life-long avid reader. She was a huge fan of music, not only her “church music,” but also the music of Neil Diamond, Rod Stewart (“American Songbook”) and Frank Sinatra. Melanie enjoyed the Toledo Art Museum and the Author! Authors! Series at The Stranahan Theatre. Surviving are Melanie and Bob’s sons: Bob (Cathy), Bruce (Anne) and Brian; daughters Theresa Keil and Tamra Keil; grandchildren Christie (Cory) Taylor, Bobby (Felicia), Katie and Joey Keil, Samantha and Michelle Keil, Keenan (Deborah), Kenny (Jess), Casey, Cody (Dariana), Camille, Melanie and Maya Keil, Devin and Shannon Herlihy; and six great grandchildren. Also surviving are her brother Fr. Marty Nassr, sister-in-law Bobbie Nassr, brothers-in-law Jerry Kurek and Mike Leonard and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Besides her husband Bob and her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Colonel Michael A. Nassr and her sisters Miriam Kurek and Molly Leonard. Melanie’s family would like to express our gratitude to Clemisha, Autumn, Queen, Princess and all the nurses, caregivers and staff at Heritage Village of Waterville. It was a comfort knowing, especially the last few months, that Melanie was in such devoted and loving hands. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, graveside funeral services will be private, where we will commend our mother, grandmother, sister, friend, Melanie to the Love and Mercy of our Savior Jesus Christ and His Promise of Resurrection Life. When we are able to gather, there will be a Memorial Mass and reception scheduled. Coyle Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. For those who would like to make a memorial in Melanie’s name, the family suggests the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation (www.alzinfo.org) or Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, 480 W. Dussel Dr. Maumee, OH 43537.

Melanie Mary Keil

January 15, 1934 - May 29, 2020