Ricky Lynn Keltner, 56, of Columbia, KY passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Norton Hospital in Louisville. He was born in Columbia on June 27, 1968 to the late Johnny Wayne Keltner and Violet Coffey Keltner of Columbia (who survives). He was also preceded in death by a sister, Judith Elaine Keltner.
Survivors include his mother, Violet; one son, Riley Keltner of Shepherdsville; two brothers, Brad Keltner (Ann) and Rod Keltner (Margena) both of Columbia; his companion, Sherri Giles of Columbia; and nieces and nephews, Stevie Keltner Paiz (Kadin), Jacob Keltner (Taylor), and Thomas Keltner.
Rick was a member of the Milltown Church and enjoyed music. He was an avid Cincinnati Reds, University of Kentucky, and Dallas Cowboys fan.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 18 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home with Bro. Barney Taylor officiating. Keltner was buried in Haven Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Kevin Shepherd, Doug Lewis, Jacob Keltner, Thomas Keltner, Timmy Ellis, and Talmadge Kemp.
Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
