Reba Ketchum

Reba Lucille Ketchum PORTSMOUTH - Reba Lucille Ketchum, 91, went to be with her Lord April 21, 2010 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ira Leroy Ketchum Sr.; stepsons, Ira Leroy Ketchum Jr. and Rodney Ketchum; nine siblings; her grandson, Tommy White; and her granddaughter, Valerie White. She leaves behind three cherished children, Doree D. Mason and her husband Sandy of Portsmouth, Donald F. White Sr. and his wife Peggy of Virginia Beach, and Deborah J. Nagy and her husband Rodney of Chesapeake; and a stepdaughter- in-law, Dorothy H. Ketchum. Also surviving Mrs. Ketchum are her nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Ketchum was born and raised in Georgia and moved to Portsmouth where she lived for more than 53 years. She was a member of Churchland Assembly of God for more than 20 years. She was known as a sweet lady and exemplified the true nature of a giving spirit and gave unconditional love to her family. Her family was her pride and joy. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of Mayfair House where she spent her last few years comforted by the staff and her family. A graveside service will be private with Rev Larry O'Brien officiating. Online condolences and Mrs. Ketchum's guestbook may be signed at www.lovingfuneralhome.com.