A few minutes ago I had a telephone call from my friend and colleague Chris Moiser. Clinton Keeling, the veteran zoo historian, promotor of `Zoologica` animal-exhibition, editor of `Mainly about Animals` magazine, and one time owner of a zoo in the Peak District died this morning. Apparently he had fed and cleaned out his animals, and was sitting down working on his new book when a massive heart attack killed him almost instantly. One could not wish anything more appropriate.
The thoughts and prayers of all at the CFZ go out to his widow Pam.
I knew Clin for many years, and although we didn't always get on, I always held him in the highest regard. The world of zoology is, tonight, a poorer place
Although over 3 months ago, I have just learned of the death of my old friend Clin Keeling. I had known Clin for over 30 years, I was a member of his National Zoological Society, a former member of NAPAK and some of his other Societies. He was always a kind and generous man, a self-taught zoologist and what he didn't know about most species of animal, wasn't worth knowing. He was a true eccentric in the nicest possible sense of the word. Survived by his widow Pam, with whom he found happinness in his later years. I shall miss his unfailing hand of friendship.
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