About This Memory Space
This page was created for Mary L. Keppel's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Mary L. Keppel's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Mary L. Keppel. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Mary Louise Keppel devoted her life to nurturing others, first through compassionate healthcare and later by ensuring welcoming stays for travelers, leaving an enduring mark of kindness in Indianapolis.
Born in Indianapolis to Marshall Eugene and Mary Elizabeth Shipley, Mary grew up embracing the values of care and community that defined her path. She pursued a calling in nursing, becoming a registered nurse who brought comfort to countless patients over decades. Later, she channeled her organizational talents into hotel management, blending her skills in hospitality with a genuine concern for people's well-being. Surrounded by family at the end, Mary's journey reflected a steadfast commitment to service and connection.
Mary built a fulfilling career as a registered nurse, dedicating much of her professional life to patient care and healing in Indianapolis. She later shifted to hotel management, where her attention to detail and warm demeanor created positive experiences for guests and staff alike.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Mary's world revolved around the joys of raising her sons, Kurt M. Keppel and Christopher (Terri) Keppel, while fostering close ties with her grandchildren—Chris, Tony, Mason, Anna, Sara, and Zachary—who brought endless delight to her days. Her bonds with sisters Betty Lorrene (Terry) Westbrook and Jo Ann Clark added layers of shared history and unwavering support, though she mourned the earlier losses of her parents, twin brother Joseph Eugene Shipley, and sisters Norma Jean Stafford and Margaret Elizabeth Taylor. Known for her steady presence and quiet generosity, Mary wove a tapestry of family moments filled with encouragement and affection.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from those touched by Mary's life highlight her nurturing spirit and the quiet strength she offered in both professional and personal circles, painting a portrait of someone whose empathy lingered in every interaction.
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