James B. Kettlewell
James B. Kettlewell
Obituary
Guest Book
James Kettlewell Obituary
Mr. Kettlewell was born in Worcester, the son of William A. and Virginia (Fournier) Kettlewell of Hyannisport and West Boylston. He was a graduate of Worcester Academy, Class of 1973. He was also a graduate of the Whittemore School of Business at the University of New Hampshire, Class of 1977.
Mr. Kettlewell was employed as an executive at Milliken & Co. from 1977 to 2007, working in New York, Connecticut, Boston, and finally Grand Rapids, Mich. For the past year he worked as a principal of and co-owner of United Shipping Solutions, located in Grand Rapids. Mr. Kettlewell was a resident of Grand Rapids for the last 15 years.
Along with his parents, Mr. Kettlewell is survived by two children, daughter Angelle Kettlewell of Grand Rapids, Mich., and son James H. Kettlewell, also of Grand Rapids; two brothers, attorney William H. Kettlewell and his wife, Roberta, of Concord, and John D. Kettlewell and his wife, Sheila, of Needham; and four nephews and one niece.
In accordance with his wishes, a memorial service will be held by the family on Cape Cod during the spring. There are no visiting hours. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Edwards Memorial Funeral Home, Milford. Please visit www.edwardsmemorialfuneralhome.com for condolences book.
Donations in his memory should be made to The Jimmy Fund, c/o Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
4 Entries
Mike Duffley
December 30, 2008
To the Kettlewell family - though I did not know James, I work with John and am terribly sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kati Tap
December 29, 2008
mr. k was an amazing man. he raised to beautiful children that he lives on through. he has so much to be proud of. i love you mr. k
thank you for all the rides and putting up with us crazy girls.
J S
December 29, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Rich Doorn
December 29, 2008
Jim was not only a great business associate to myself and to Steelcase, he was a mentor and a friend. I was fortunate enough to know Jim both professionally through our business ties but also personally through our ties with our children and their school. He will be missed by all of us that knew him.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in James Kettlewell's name
How to support James's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor James Kettlewell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
