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Dean Ketcham Obituary
He fought courageously in his battle with cancer for nine months. Dean will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He had such a kind and loving heart.
Dean is survived by his wife of 22 years, Cindy W. Ketcham; twins sons, Dwayne and Dean Ketcham; his parents, Earl and Joan Ketcham; and a brother, Shayne Ketcham; numerous aunts uncles, and relatives; a special and devoted cousin, Ricky Gettings; and a special friend, Johnny Slaughter, and many other friends.
A graveside service will take place at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at Sunset Memorial Park, Chester, with the Rev. Richard Crowder officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23058. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dean Ketcham
Larry Lanberg
October 15, 2008
I was told of Dean's passing today. I hadn't seen Dean in many years, but I remember lifting weights with him after school. Those were fun days. I'm very to sorry to hear that he'd passed. One heck of a good, genuine guy. Best wishes to the Ketcham family.
Staci Pitts Barksdale
October 13, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss, I had not heard of Deans illness. My thoughts are with the family at this time of sorrow.
Frankie WHITE
October 11, 2008
With all sympathy,my heart is with you all in sorrow.May the Grace of God always bless and keep you in all our prayers.IN JESUS NAME AMEN.
Hootie & Tammy Brooks
October 10, 2008
We just heard about Dean's passing and were completely shocked by the news. We had been praying for him to win the battle against a sickness that doesn't fight fair. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dean's family during this difficult time.
Bill Crafton
October 10, 2008
My family and I are very sorry to learn of Deans passing. I feel very fortunate to have considered myself and to have been called one of Deans friends. Like many others I also feel that my life has been enriched by that friendship. Best wishes and kind thoughts to Deans parents, wife, brother and childeren.
Bill and Jane Bennett
October 8, 2008
The Bennett Family extends their deepest sympathy to Cindy and all of the Ketchum families. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort each of you during this difficult time.
Billy and Jane and family
Bubba and Jewel and family
Judy and Bob and family
Bernice Bennett
Jeff Collett
October 7, 2008
I just heard about Dean and was quite shocked.I am in TN and read the paper online.Dean was a special person and never at a loss for words.We will all miss you but I know you are looking down.So long my friend
THOMASINE TAYLOR
October 7, 2008
prayer's goes out to you and the family resign supervisor
THOMASINE PARHAM TAYLOR
Johnny & Edwina Slaughter
October 7, 2008
There are not enough kind words to say about Dean and there are no words to describe the loss we feel. His friendship will be treasured forever in our hearts.
JERRY FARROW
October 7, 2008
A LETTER TO JESUS
Dear Jesus I went down to the Altar today,
Knowing in my heart, You'd wash my sins away:
It filled my heart with wonder, as I confessed, I believe,
And into Thy Glorious Kingdom, my soul, Thou did receive.
Help me walk the path You set before me,
And the lightness of Thy Kingdom, let my heart see,
So I might go tell others, what befell me on that day,
As I received Thee into my heart, these words I had to say.
Help me my Lord to count my blessings, each and every day,
Thank Thee for the many wonders, in Thy Book You have to say,
About the road to salvation, how there's no other way,
Except through the name of Jesus, when we accept Him and pray.
Help me to tell others of Thy meekness, and share,
All the goodness of Thy Spirit, as we kneel down in Prayer:
Help me, my lantern to keep lit each day,
Which unto others will surely light the way.
Keep my candle glowing, so the darkness can't be near,
All brightness for my brethern, Thy sweet words to hear,
From now on 'til forever, on Thy bosom let me rest, with zeal,
As I know, when I claimed Jesus as Lord, my soul, Thou did seal.
EARL
October 7, 2008
A SEAT BY MY LORD
Lord, please be with me,
Each hour of each day
Guide me Your way
Through life I do pray.
Though man may tempt me
And peace be denied
Help me through each day,
Stay right by my side.
Teach me to pray
Help me to be humble
Before Your presence
Hold me, lest I stumble
Show me each road
And pathway to take
To arrive at Your..
Almighty Pearly Gate.
For by grace are we saved
And by saved, led home
To meet You in Heaven
When this earth you do roam.
Jay, Donna, Buck, Craig Perkinson
October 7, 2008
We were shocked to hear of Dean's passing. He was a great person and friend, his laughter and smiles will be greatly missed!
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