Alexander Scott von Keltz, 57, of Galena, IL passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Unity Point Finley Hospital, Dubuque, IA. In keeping with his wishes cremation rites will be accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is in charge of arrangements. He was born February 12, 1963, in Washington the son of Clifford and Nancy (Kosusnik) von Keltz. He graduated from Parker High School, Kamuela, HI, and went on to attend The University of Hawaii / Kapiolani Community College where he earned his associate degree in science. He enjoyed reading, motorcycling, sailing, body surfing, kayaking, and cooking. He is survived by his mother Nancy K. Ginden, of Galena, his stepmother Cindy von Keltz, half-brother, Koa von Keltz, half-sister, Kepeka von Keltz, all of MI, three nephews, Ramavanti Dominy, of TX, Logan (Kiley) and Scott Feeney, both of Washington, and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Clifford, a sister, Claudette D. von Keltz, and many aunts and uncles. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the physicians and nurses at Tri-State Dialysis, and the nurses at the emergency room and intensive care unit at Unity Point Finley hospital. Donations may be made to Tri-State Dialysis, Dubuque in memory of Scott.