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Robert Kettner Obituary
Age 47, of Middletown, DE, died suddenly on November 4, 2011.
Bob was a self-employed Master Carpenter. He also volunteered as a wrestling coach at William Penn High School.
Bob is survived by his mother, Jackie Yaccarino of New Castle; his son, Ethan Robert Kettner of Middletown; his wife Michelle Kettner of Middletown; one brother, James Kettner of Bear; One sister, Sharon Kettner of California; nephews, Harry Kettner, III and his wife Krystal and Tony Kettner; nieces, Christy Kettner and Kerrie Kettner. He was preceded in death by his father Harry Kettner, Sr. and his brother Harry Kettner, Jr.
Funeral services will be Friday morning at 11 am, at the BEESON FUNERAL HOME, 2053 Pulaski Highway, Bear, where friends may call Thursday evening from 6-8 pm, and again Friday morning from 10-11 am. Burial will be in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Middletown.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Education fund for Ethan Robert Kettner. Mail to PNC Bank, 500 First Ave., Pittsburgh, PA. 15219-3129, or in person at any PNC location. Please make checks payable to The Robert Kettner Memorial Education Fund.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Kettner
November 12, 2011
Michelle and Ethan,
We just read of Bob's passing ... we are so sorry for your loss. We remember how we met building our homes together. Bob was so very talented.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Andy and Liz Anderson
Nancy Osborn
November 11, 2011
Jim, I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. You will be in my prayers.
Nancy(and David Lee) Osborn
November 11, 2011
DEAR JACKIE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I STILL REMEMBER THE DAYS AT MOMS HOUSE AND HOW HE LOVED HER PIZZELS COOKIES. YOU WILL BE IN MY THOUGTS AND PRAYERS.EILEEN DELAWARE.
Brent Hastings
November 10, 2011
Michelle, on behalf of the Hastings' family, we are very sorry for you loss. You and your son are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tori Carter
November 10, 2011
Michelle and Ethan,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tori, Dan and Dylan Carter
Don Wilkins
November 10, 2011
Michelle, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dennis Fromal
November 10, 2011
Well in a few hours I will see my friend for the last time before the door is shut. But before I start to tell everyone about Bob let me say to Michelle and Ethan that you two are in the hearts of many and the group will be by both your sides for many years to come. I met Bob 35 years age when we wore the orange and black wrestling uniforms at Gunning Bedford Middle School.Then up to the cherry and black at Wm.Penn High and we have been friends way pass those school years. We walk through this life and come across others in our path but only could wish everyone could be just like Bob. He is a Son/Brother/Uncle/Husband/ Son-in-Law/Father/and a Friend. If you put the word TERRIFIC in front of these words, Bob is all of them. Bob had many skills in life and he show me that he was surely a master at all of them. As Build Bob he help me finish off my basement with Kurt and what a true Master Carpenter he is. On the wrestling mat Bob was a master at each move that he was using and later in life teaching that move to kids. Yes I feel very very sad that Bob has pass away to the heavens above but I feel much sader that others will never get to know this TERRIFIC MASTER GENTLEMAN name Robert J. "Bob" Kettner. So my friend I say far well to you but will never forget the true meaning of friendship you shared with myself and many other's. So rest in peace . We all love you and will miss you.
Dennis Fromal and Family
November 10, 2011
Michelle and Ethan We are so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Andres and Debi Zuniga
Robert Evans III
November 10, 2011
His smile and humor will be missed.
Jeff Bailey
November 10, 2011
Michelle, Ethan, and Kettner Family,
I am sorry for your loss. I can still remember the day Bob and I met at Gunning Bedford middle school, so many years ago. May you take comfort in knowing that old friends will be keeping you in their prayers.
The Pfeifenroths
November 10, 2011
Dear Kettner Family – Know that you are not alone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. And we will forever remember Bob for his "infectious smile."
William Zuza
November 10, 2011
Michelle,
Your family is in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
Kelley Montgomery
November 10, 2011
My thoughts are with the Kettner family at this very sad and difficult time.
Miriam Rizzo
November 10, 2011
The Kettner Family --
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The family of John and Miriam Rizzo
Kurt Doelze
November 10, 2011
To Ms. Jackie Yaccarino, Mr. James Kettner, and the Kettner family:
Please let me extend the sympathies of the Doelze family for the loss of your precious Bobby. I knew Bob when he was so young and understood how much he was loved and adored by so many.
Jackie and Jimmy, you were so very special to me along the way and I share your memories of Bob and Harry and days long gone bye. May our loving God assuage you of your grief in Bob's passing and leave you the wonderful memories of a life well lived.
Carla Briccotto
November 9, 2011
Michelle, I am so very sorry for your loss. It has been many years since we have seen each other but please know you and Ethan are in my thoughts and prayers.
sharon and john gonzalez
November 9, 2011
aunt jackie sorry for your loss we will keep you and family in prayer.
Kaylyn Miller
November 9, 2011
Michelle and Ethan - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Steve and I will always have fond memories of watching Bob out on the wrestling mat with Seth and Ethan – patiently helping them with holds. With caring thoughts, Steve, Kaylyn, Josh and Seth
Richard Thomas Given
November 9, 2011
Kettner's, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Bob from our days at Gunning Bedford and William Penn High School. He was always so happy and full of life. I recently ran into Bob at Trattoria di Napoli and other than not having hair he seemed like the same old Bob. It is a sad thing to know of his passing. You are all in my prayers.
Shanda Neutz
November 9, 2011
Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss. It's been quite a while since we worked together at Bank of New York but please know you and Ethan are in my prayers.
Bob & Karen Densmore
November 9, 2011
Jim, so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
shelley vaughn
November 9, 2011
Dear Michelle and Ethan,
Am so sorry to hear about Bob. It has been many years since I have seen you from our old BNY days. Please be kind to yourself and know that many have you in their loving prayers
Lisa Henson
November 9, 2011
Michelle, Dennis and I were remembering all the fun we used to have when the 4 of us got together. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dennis and Lisa Henson
Victor Carrio
November 9, 2011
May God grant peace to a great carpenter and an awesome person.
My deepest condolences to the family.
Adrienne Holden
November 8, 2011
My sincere condolences go out to Bob's family. He was always such a nice person.. He is truly missed.
Kiran Sanubala
November 8, 2011
Michelle, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you in this difficult times. We wish you and your family strength and peace.
Jeff Linskens
November 8, 2011
I went to William Penn High School with Bob. My condolences to his family.
Lorraine Ashley
November 8, 2011
My thought & prayers are with the entire Kettner family
November 8, 2011
To the Kettner Family,
Many thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Please know that, many people care.
Barbara Berry, Newark, DE
Ed and Erika Nicholls
November 8, 2011
Everyone dies but not everyone lives, and Bob's life canvas is complete with immeasurable master pieces that will have a lasting impact on our lives: his amazing son; courageous wife; caring family members; scores of coached kids who learned life lessons about getting up when knocked down; and on and on. Kettner family: we express not only our sympathy but also our gratitude, and pray that you have peace knowing your father, husband, son, uncle, cousin, loved one has been called home to rest.
don & deb pfeifenroth
November 8, 2011
hey bob-o you will be missed. our thoughts and prayers to your family. don & deb pfeifenroth and all your friends
Paul Kanich
November 8, 2011
Sorry for your Loss. Went to High School with Bobby saw him only a few weeks ago. Thoughts and prayers go out to Michelle and family.
The Lawler family
November 8, 2011
To the Kettner family,
We are so sorry about Bobby.He was an absolutely terrific guy.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sherry Moore-Powell
November 8, 2011
Kettner Family,
Bob was a gift from Heaven only lent to us for a short period of time… May you find comfort within your memories……
Sally Hendrickson
November 8, 2011
My deepest condolences to Michelle and Ethan, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Shelley Hankins
November 8, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Joe Lobozzo
November 8, 2011
Bob is the brother I never had. He came into my life when I was only 9. He was always there for me my entire life. We loved to go to the movies together and just joke around. Some of my fondest memories were in the kitchen of their house on Rt 13 playing pictionary with a bunch of people. No body could beat Michelle and Bob! Life has changed us all but I will always remember all the great times we had together. I Love you Bob and I will miss you greatly!
Cheryl Carey
November 8, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Dave & Cheryl Carey
cheryl sanderlin
November 8, 2011
i will truley miss the friendship we had for so many years
Chrissy & Paul Marley
November 8, 2011
Harry, Krystal and family...
We are so sorry for your loss...our thoughts are with you.
Terry Sullivan
November 8, 2011
Michelle and family,
I am very sorry for your loss, and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Keith & Juli Laverty
November 8, 2011
With deep sympathy from us at this time of sadness. Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of friends and family. Wishing you and your family strength and peace.
Sallie Burris Rolph
November 8, 2011
Jackie and family,
Our sympathy and prayers are with you in this time of grief.
Sallie,Dona,Sandy and Don Rolph
November 8, 2011
I've lost a brother and a great friend.
Beth Strab
November 8, 2011
Michelle and Ethan we are so sorry for your loss.
November 7, 2011
We are so truly sorry. Bobbie was a great guy with a wonderful smile. His son was his pride and joy. We will miss him so much.
Joe & Jacqui Malantonio
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