Keith R Kaelin, 69, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 12:51 p.m. June 6, 2020 at his residence in Mount Vernon, Illinois. He was born October 29, 1950 in Centralia, Illinois to the late Keith L. and Aleta C. (Thomute) Kaelin. Keith’s wishes are to be cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date with family and friends. Memorials may be made in Keith’s honor to the American Cancer Society.Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.