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Chandler G. Ketchum II
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Suddenly on Tues., Oct. 28, 2008; son of Andrea and Carlton; brother of Matthew; grandson of Chandler Ketchum and A. Robert Matthews of OH. He was a Cum Laude of Edinboro University, currently enrolled at University of Pittsburgh Master of Geographical Infomations Systems Program. Chan enjoyed fishing, bird watching, sports and politics. He was a strong supporter of Barack Obama. He was a volunteer at the National Aviary. Chan's idealism and sense of justice touched all he met. Despite many challenges, Chan never lost sight of his goals, taking one figurative step after another. Friends welcome 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Fri. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp. Funeral Service, Sat. 11 a.m. Donations in Chan's memory may be sent to the National Avairy or the Muscular Dystrophy Assoc.
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Kathy Kibler
February 2, 2009
Dear Andie and Carl,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Chandler's death. He clearly was an amazing young man who touched many lives. How proud you must be of your wonderful son. Love, Kathy
Tim White
December 8, 2008
I recently read an email sent to me about Chandlers passing, I am deeply sorry for such a loss. I spent many summer camps with Chandler, he is definitely one of the few people I know that with few words can change everything is such a grand way. I will miss the conversations and many fun times I and many other MD campers had with Chandler! Chandler my friend, I love you and will see you again one day. God Bless You My Friend.
Tim Cunningham, Board Chair
November 26, 2008
Carlton and Andrea,
The Enterprise Forum Pittsburgh's Board of Directors recently learned of your loss of Chandler. The board's thoughts are with you both.
Jim Donahoe
November 4, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you. I remember Chandler all the way back to the Howe School days and on into High School. He was truly an inspiration to me and his classmates. God Bless.
Sincerely
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Lilly Buss
November 3, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My fondest childhood and neighborhood memories involve Chan. I'll always remember my first High School dance when Chan was in my group. I was so nervous to be going in a group with upperclassmen - Chan made me feel right at home, and calmed my nerves. He was a kind soul, who will be missed.
Rick Laus
November 1, 2008
Please accept my family's sincerest condolences over Chandler's passing. I was Chandler's percussion teacher at Mt. Lebanon HS and have thought of him many times. I have often told my students about Chandler, and that he was the best student I ever had. His fierce determination to be a part of the percussion ensemble despite the obstacles he had to overcome inspired the whole group to be the best they could be. I am truly honored to have known him and have had him be a part of my African Ensemble. I also know the terrible pain and loss you are experiencing because we lost our beloved 10 year old son Kevin 3 years ago. Kev battled neurological and developmental disorders with a loving and happy spirit, and made my work with Chandler much more meaningful. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as is Chandler. Thank you giving me the opportunity to have known such a wonderful young man as your son.
Lois Chirum
November 1, 2008
To the family of Chandler:
We are very sorry for your loss. Chandler was a great person and an inspiration too. It's been many years since we have seen him but remember him from MDA summer camp and swimming lessons. We will never forget him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ed, Lois & E.J. Chirum
LauraLee Woodruff
October 31, 2008
Dear Kit and Ketchum Family ~
i'm so sorry to have read of Chandler's death so untimely and sudden. he sounds like one who is well loved and full of courage and generosity of spirit. my thoughts and prayers are with you all, with many blessings in this time of sorrow.
LauraLee
Peter Kimosop
October 31, 2008
I met Chandler at the ESRI conference in San Diego in August '08. He was such a fun person to be with. May he rest in peace.
Sara Loughran
October 31, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
I can't even begin to tell you all the times Chandler made me laugh throughout preschool, Howe and high school. He was one of the kindest and funniest people I have ever met and I am truly saddened by this news. Condolences from my family to yours.
John Belechak
October 31, 2008
Carlton and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Chandler was a fine gentleman as evidenced by the tribute he is receiving. May you find peace through this most difficult time.
Lauren Peck
October 31, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear the news of Chandler's passing. The grief and terrible sorrow that you must be experiencing at this time is unimaginable. Though it may not bring you comfort at the present moment, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Chandler had an amazing spirit and we were all better people for knowing him. His smiles, attitude, and perseverance will truly be missed.
Please accept our condolences.
Sincerely,
The Peck Family
Rich Jovan
October 31, 2008
In the brief time that I worked at Bigler-Ketchum, I witnessed the love and devotion the entire Ketchum family had for young Chan. May God give all of you His peace at this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Katz
October 31, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the loss of your beloved Chan.
I have such fond memories of the Ketchums as a remarkable family, so it is no surprise to me that Chan was such a remarkable young man. I'm sorry I never had the opportunity to know him.
A Mom
October 31, 2008
May God bless you during this terrible time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless you.
Jason Otero
October 31, 2008
Thank you Chandler. I am lucky to have had the opportunity to get to know you and call you a friend. I will miss you.
Cassandra La Barrie
October 31, 2008
I met Chandler not too long ago in San Diego, we had sushi for dinner a night...I would remember him for his pleaseant composure, with his cheeks that turned pink when ever he blushed... My deepest condolences to his family and close friends.
Cassandra La Barrie ( Trinidad and Tobago)
Cassandra La Barrie
October 31, 2008
I met Chandler not too long ago in San Diego, we had sushi for dinner a night...I would remember him for his pleaseant composure, with his cheeks that turned pink when ever he blushed... My deepest condolences to his family and close friends.
Louise & Marty Magan
October 31, 2008
Dear Ketchum family,
Although you didn't know us, we saw Chandler throughout his years at Howe School & Mt. Lebanon High School having children his age. We admired his determination and positive attitude -- we are sorry for your loss... and pray that God gives you the strength to celebrate the life that was your son. My daughter was lucky enough to meet him again, as interns at the Aviary. How accomplished Chandler had become -- how infectious his enthusiasm for everything and everyone he met. How lucky my daughter was to be part of His Aviary family, if only a short while.
God bless all of you,
The Magan Family
Jamie-Rose Kearney
October 31, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
I feel blessed to have gotten to meet Chandler and to have gotten the chance to know him as well as I did during the conference. A lot of my UC memories are with Chandler and he will live on in them.
My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time.
God Bless and Take Care,
R. Reed
October 31, 2008
My heart just goes out to you all. to lose a child has to be unbearable.
May the God of all comfort who comforts us in all our pains and sorrows give you all the needed strenght to endure each second of the day.
God will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
May these words give you a measure of comfort.
John Cunningham
October 31, 2008
I was shocked to hear this news. Not long ago was the first time I had met Chandler at the ESRI UC in August. He was an extremely nice and caring person. Despite everything, he was always positive. I've had a limp for a long time and didn't always have a positive outlook, but his attitude was nothing short of inspirational.
Linda Schultz
October 31, 2008
Though I only know of Chandler through Carlton's stories, Chandler's energy, constant focus on his goals, and his wonderful spirit always shone through, as did the obvious joy, love & pride he brought to you, his parents. It is apparent, from these tributes, he also brought that same joy to many others. My deepest sympathy in the loss of such a fine man.
Craig Brooks
October 31, 2008
Andrea, Carl & Matt:
I am so saddened to hear of Chandler's passing. I fondly remember many fun visits with Chandler as a child. His strong spirit was always obvious and engaging. It was always obvious that he was a good caring son/brother and equally obvious that he was most fortunate to have a great mother, father and brother. We will fondly remember him. My deep sympathies to you.
Jason Berner
October 31, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
I met Chandler this summer at the ESRI conference. He was a very nice and caring person to me and everyone else at the conference. He had a very good sense of humor too! I am very sorry for your loss. I really appreciated the time I spend with him this past summer. I wish the best for your family and friends as you grieve for your loss of a great person, son, and friend.
Sincerely,
Jason T. Berner
Laura Mae Welshans-Walls
October 31, 2008
As a parent my heart aches for you. I can only pray you find strength in your Faith, and comfort in your memories.
When Chandler was young I dog-sat for you. His parting words were "Maizy likes socks." I was perplexed until experience told me what he meant. His laughter upon arrival back home told me I should have heeded his advice more clearly.
Thank you for the gift of your son.
Lois Woelfer
October 30, 2008
As the camp nurse for MDA I had the opportunity to enjoy Chandler's wit while he was among his friends. I am sorry for your great loss. You are in my prayers.
David Champion
October 30, 2008
I consider it a great honor having known Chandler. We became very close at the ESRI conference in August 2008. I only wish I had known him longer and had accompanied him to the San Diego Zoo, a place I didn't get to visit. My prayers are with you and I pray that God will sustain you and encourage you during this time of great loss.
Steven Sarro
October 30, 2008
To The Ketchum Family,
At our first meeting at the Aviary, he said "Call me Chan" and so began our friendship and it continues in spirit. Chan and I were friends and I suspect I got the better end of that deal. He so enjoyed the Aviary, the birds and the Bird Trainers, and we enjoyed his enthusiam and desire to help us. Speaking for myself and the Aviary's Animal Programs Team, we will miss Chan greatly.
Byungyun Yang
October 30, 2008
I am also at a loss for words. I met him at this summer. He was really nice and active person. We talked lot of things during the last summer conference.
I will miss him. My prayers go out to his family and our family at this sad
Abby Seng
October 30, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
I couldn't have been more privileged to have spent so much of my childhood growing up in the presence of Matt and Chan. How I miss the days in the early 90's when life at the age of 5 or 6 was so wonderful, with not a care in the world. One thing I will always remember about Chan was his signature laugh. I think of you all often, and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Abby
Ann Harris
October 30, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family:
I was very fortunate to meet Chandler in San Diego, back in August. He was a very inspirational young man. I will always cherish the memories of Chandler. He always had a bright smile on his face every time I seen him. I enjoyed working with him at the conference. He will truly be missed by the UC assistants. Chandler and the Ketchum family will be in my prayers. God Bless.
Kerri Schoemaker
October 30, 2008
I have many memories shared with Chandler at MDA Summer Camp. I just know he is teaching the angels the Funky Chicken Dance. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers.
Jerry Mote
October 30, 2008
Carlton, Andrea, and Matthew, Twelve years ago we named our son in honor of your dear Chandler. Even though we haven't seen him for years this connection has kept him special in our hearts as we have often told our son the story of how he got his name. We are deeply saddened by your loss.
With sympathy and affection,
Jerry, Beverley, Elise and Chandler Mote
Phil and April Gerhardt
October 30, 2008
To the Ketchum family,
Chandler was a wonderful friend who always had a smile on his face and whose sense of humor brightened your day. Chan's tremendous spririt lives on with all of those he has touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tilottama Ghosh
October 30, 2008
Dear Ketchum Family,
I met Chandler at the ESRI conference. I had seen him only for a week but I was so much inspired by his positive spirit, hard work and wonderful personality, that it will have a lasting influence in my life. My deepest condolences goes out to all of you. Sometimes God's reasonings are so hard to understand. Chandler will live on in the many lives that he touched. God bless his soul.
-Tilottama
Chandler and his father at the UC 2008 Student Assistant orientation meeting
October 30, 2008
Celia Paulsen
October 30, 2008
Dear Ketchum family,
I was very fortunate to meet Chandler at the ESRI User Conference this summer. His constant enthusiasm and never-failing happiness made all of us take note. He was, and always will be, a great inspiration to me.
Sarah Waggoner
October 30, 2008
It is with deepest sorrow that i have to write here today and say goodbye to Chandler. I met him a few months ago at a conference in California and he was just a joy to be aroundand he had a wonderful, infectious spirit. My prayers go out to his family.
Joe Johnson
October 30, 2008
The Ketchum family,
My heart is filled with sadness at the loss of your beloved son and brother, Chandler. I cannot imagine the pain you feel now but I wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
I met Chandler at the ESRI Users Conference this past August. He touched so many of us with his friendly outgoing personality. He never turned down any of the assignments we gave him and never complained once about having to do mundane tasks.
Chandler will be missed by all of the Student Assistants and staff at the 2008 ESRI User Conference.
Colin Murphy
October 30, 2008
I met Chandler at a conference just a few months ago. He had a strength of spirit that was obvious to anyone who met him. I am richer for my brief contact with Chandler and my sincere condolences go out to his family.
Emmanuel Byamukama
October 30, 2008
Dear Chandler's Family,
I am so saddened to hear the passing away of a friend Chandler. I met him recently at a conference in San Diego. He was full of jokes and great colleage to work with. My prayers and sympathy to all family members and friends/
Amy Nguyen
October 30, 2008
I worked with Chandler at the ESRI conference in San Diego this year. He was so much fun, such a great personality. I really admired him and I'm so sorry this happened.
Brandon Cooper
October 30, 2008
I had the honor of attending summer camp with Chandler.
He was a great guy, who always made us laugh. I'll never forget his smiling face.
He'll be missed by all who knew him.
Tosca Hoffmann
October 30, 2008
Dear Ketchum family,
I had the pleasure to work with Chandler this summer. He was a very enthusiastic, energetic and fun individual with a great spirit. He will be missed by many who had the chance to meet and work with him. My thoughts are with you all.
With Warm Regards, Tosca Hoffmann
Kathleen McDonough
October 30, 2008
Andrea, Carlton and extended Ketchum family:
We have listened for years to stories of the wonder of Chan, as told by his proud Aunt Kit. The world was clearly made better by his presence in it. We wish you peace and the comfort of wonderful memories as you mourn his passing. Katia McDonough and Melanie Ruda, book group buddies of Kit.
Tami Sullivan
October 30, 2008
Carlton:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
jim eichner
October 30, 2008
I was one of the volunteers at the m.d.a. camp and my life was truely enriched by having known chandler.No matter what happens to me in my life I will always remember my friends at camp .I never saw any of them depressed or complaining.Chandler and his friends are a true inspiration to the rest of us.I am sure that many lives have been enriched just from knowing him. jim eichner( iceman)
Ann Strader
October 30, 2008
Jim and I send our sympathy to you and your family. Chandler inspired so many of us during his brief life.
Hans Raines
October 30, 2008
The Ketchum Family,
I was one of Chan's friends from mda camp and he was a class act guy that was loved by all. We will miss him and are praying for you guys during this sad time.
Hans Raines
Linda Seng
October 30, 2008
Our world seems not quite as bright since we found out that Chan is no longer with us.
As a toddler all the way into adulthood it was a pleasure and an inspiration to be in his company.
We will miss him and his smile but take comfort in knowing that as we look at the night sky, the star that is shining a bit brighter than the others is his.
Andie, Carl & Matt our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Seng Family
Barbara Drew
October 30, 2008
Dear Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Chandler. I remember him fondly from Mt. Lebanon High School. My thoughs are with you all.
John and Patty Greeno
October 30, 2008
Chan's life, courage, character, integrity, intelligence and so much more is to be celebrated and has been a gift to us all. Deepest condolences on your loss; we will remember Chan's life as an inspriration - one that will live forever.
Sean King
October 30, 2008
Andrea,
Your entire Falk family is wishing for your comfort at this time.
Marilyn McClaskey
October 30, 2008
Dear Andrea,
My deepest condolences on your loss. May you and your family be comforted by the light that Chandler brought to the world.
Ravi Mosur
October 30, 2008
Dear Carlton and Andrea, I didn't know Chandler personally but he sounds like a very active and precious person. My deepest sympathies and condolences during this hard time.
Kathy DeVito
October 30, 2008
Andrea and family,
I want to extend my sympathy to you all. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find comfort in your loving memories of Chandler.
God bless you,
Kristin Morrell
October 30, 2008
Carlton and Andrea, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Sue Ward
October 30, 2008
Andrea
Even though I only met Chandler once, I feel that I knew him so very well through you. Chandler was a remarkable young man. May God's grace strengthen you and your family during this very difficult time.... The world has lost a wonderful person. . .
Carolyn Biglow
October 30, 2008
Dear Andrea,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your most precious son. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Pat Bass
October 30, 2008
Kit & Family,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news regarding your nephew. He sounded like a very special person who inspired others with genuine spirit, an activist and intellect. You and your Family are in our thoughts and prayers. May his memory be an inspiration to all.
Pat Bass, BCBSMN co-worker
Mary Jo Dorsey
October 30, 2008
Dear Andrea, I send to you and your family my heartfelt sympathy and compassion. We are all here for you.
ART Brown
October 30, 2008
Chandler was an intern with the National Weather Service during the summer of 2005. Hearing the news of his untimely death really saddens us here. The loss of someone so close and dear is difficult to bear. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank Stricklen
October 30, 2008
Chandler will be missed by many, many people. Though, I never met him personally, he was an inspiration to so many people at our church.
Frank Stricklen
Director of Christian Education
Southminster Presbyterian Church
Merett Ballou
October 30, 2008
My heart goes out to your family in thia very sad time of loss. Your family and Chandler will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Merett Ballou
Cathy and Howard Scott
October 30, 2008
We are thinking of you all...Chandler changed lives, opened doors for many, made this world a better place...
Sean Gorman
October 30, 2008
The world has truly lost a special person. Chandler is one of the nicest guys I've ever met. As his high school classmate, I'll never forget Chandler's positive spirit and contagious smile. My deepest sympathy goes to Chandler's family, and I hope all the good memories will help you through this difficult time.
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