Ishmael "Lucky" Keeton, 96, formerly of North Wolcott, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026. He was born in Wheel Rim, Kentucky, January 12, 1930, son of the late William Hager Keeton, and the late Zona Crase Keeton.

Lucky was an Army Veteran having served in the Korean Conflict and was a life member of Wolcott Post 881 of the American Legion. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed his hunting and fishing. He liked to bowl, golf and play his guitar. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren who live all over the country. He was employed as a delivery driver for Engleson & VanLiere in Wolcott for more than 25 years. His strong faith in God was evident in everything he did.

He is predeceased by his first wife, Roberta Larkin Keeton, siblings, Hershel Keeton, Isaac Keeton, and Norma Yelton.

Survived by his wife, Lorraine Larkin Keeton, children, Vickie (Ed) Keeton-Krul of North Rose, Brent (Tracy) Keeton of Wolcott, Troy (Cary) Keeton of St. Paul MN, Shawn Keeton of Orlando FL, step children, Deborah Gillette of Lyons, Jeffrey (Susan) Martindale of Melbourne FL, Betsy (Scott) Kalman of Monroe NC, Paul James (Kim) Martindale Jr. of Wolcott, siblings, Donnie (Mary Lee) Keeton of KY, Danny (Mary Rose) Keeton of KY, Merieda Stewart of KY, 14 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, several great great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Join us for a casual time of reflection, good snacks, and visiting with family and friends as we remember and celebrate Lucky's life. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life on April 18, 2026, from 2:00-5:00 pm at North Wolcott Christian Church 12764 Church Street, Wolcott, NY 14590. For those wishing to make contributions in Lucky's name they may do so to the Wolcott American Legion, 10675 Ridge Rd., Wolcott, NY 14590, or the Westbury Community Church, 460 Victory Road, Red Creek, NY 13143. Arrangements are in care of the Becker-Keysor Funeral Home, Red Creek. www.catoredcreek.com