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Richard served as a - Pfc - Grade E2 - Marine Corps - Regular Enlisted Service
He was 18 years old at the time of his death.
Richard was born on October 14, 1950 in Easton, Pennsylvania.
His tour of duty began in Vietnam on March 7, 1969.
Richard served with K Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines,
3rd Marine Division.
Richard died on June 17, 1969 in the Province of Quang Tri,
Republic of South Vietnam.
Richard's death was a result of a hostile explosive device.
Richard's religion was Presbyterian. He was not married.
Richard is interred in the Easton Cemetery.
Richard's name is listed on Panel 22W --- Line 66
of the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C.
"Rest In Peace Richard You Are Missed By All Who Knew You"
Honors
Richard Alden Keller served his Country and Flag with Honor and Valor. His actions in defence of his Country, His Men, and to his beloved Corps earned him the following awards:
Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service against hostile forces
Purple Heart for wounds received in an armed conflict.
Combat Action Ribbon
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal
The Republic of Vietnam, Military Merit Medal
The Republic of Vietnam, Gallantry Cross with Palm
Good Conduct Medal
Jack Allen's Squad from 3rd Platoon
Unknown, Unknown, Clarence Hicks, Unknown, Jack Allen, and Richard Keller
Richard was Jack Allen's radio operator or RTO
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More of Richard Keller's fellow Grunts
Top Row; Michael Roberts, Jack Allen, Unknown, Unknown
Middle Row; Patrick Duffin, Gary Warren
Front Row; Unknown, Clarence Hicks, Unknown, Richard Keller
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