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Jere Ketcham Obituary

KETCHAM Jere Shea Ketcham, age 52, died suddenly Sunday, January 17, 2010. Lifelong resident of the Eastmoor/Bexley area of Columbus. Jere was a machine operator for Nutis Press and a veteran of the U.S. Army as an intelligence specialist. Preceded in death by father William Shea, adoptive father Robert L. Ketcham and daughter Elizabeth. He is survived by daughter, Theresa; mother, Rita Ketcham; siblings, Michael (Linda) Ketcham, Maggie Shea, Barbara (Gary) Charvat, Daniel (Debra) Ketcham, Timothy Ketcham and Deborah Jo Ketcham; special friend, Peggy Schano; many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10:30 a.m. at Christ the King Church, 2777 E. Livingston Ave., where the family will receive friends after 9:30 a.m. A luncheon will follow in the church undercroft provided by the Bereavement Committee. Private burial at a later date. Arrangements by EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME EAST CHAPEL, 4019 E. Livingston Ave. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2010.

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judy beine

February 3, 2010

i am sorry to hear about jere,i worked with him for about six years,i hope they find the poeple involved. judy beine/jeremiah beine

Barb Chuko

January 28, 2010

Debbie
Prayers for you and your family. I learned at Bexley Church that he was your relative. We were all so sorry and wish to send you condolences.
Barb

Ben Halla

January 23, 2010

My thoughts and prays are with the entire Ketcham family at this very difficult time. Tim, Mike, Barb, Maggie, Dan and Mom my heart goes out to all of you, may God bless you all

Susan Farma

January 22, 2010

Theresa, My thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry for this (another) devastating loss in your life. Please let me know if I can help in any way. Love

Jeena Jarrett-Gray

January 22, 2010

Ketcham Family,
I work with Michael Fosnaught and he told me of the tragic event, I will be praying for you and your family.
My deepest condolences

January 22, 2010

may god be with you and your family at this difficult time, From Tony Seymour and family....

Peter Moss

January 21, 2010

Jere,

You're gone now, but will never be forgotten. I cherish the brief time we had for sharing war stories over an occasional beer. You KNOW things will will work out. Rest your soul in peace, my brother.

January 21, 2010

Dan, Debbie and Debbie Jo,

We are so sorry to hear of Jere's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need.

George and Karen Finch
Glendale, AZ.

Leslie Barath

January 21, 2010

Tim,

I am so sorry for the loss of your brother and the pain you are going through. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Adam

January 21, 2010

Ketchham Family Sorry To Hear About Your loss Of The Family Member He Was A Nice Guy I Use To Work With Him At Nutis Press And I Am Sorry For Your Loss

Tom Porter

January 21, 2010

Tim and Ketcham family,

I am so sorry that Jere's life was ended so prematurely. Remain faithful to the thoughts you have of great times spent with Jere. Stay close to each other through this trying time for your family. May God Bless you all!

January 21, 2010

Dear Ketcham Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your father, Jere. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country so that we can embrace the freedom we have today.

Sincerely,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, OH

January 21, 2010

Thinking of you all at the devasting time. Some of my fondest high school memories are of Jere. We skipped school together to ride the bus downtown and register to vote.Take care and much love. Jody Drewes Fernandez

Michelle Detty

January 21, 2010

Tim I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

January 20, 2010

Scott, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Your colleagues at OSU Medical Center.

June Binari

January 20, 2010

Theresa and family. There are no words to express how sorry I am over the tragic loss of your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.

Doreen Farma

January 20, 2010

To our dear Theresa and all of your family,
Our hearts go out to you as you mourn the loss of your Dad.
You are in our prayers and in our hearts. We are so very sorry.
Doreen and Jim Farma

Larry Carlson

January 20, 2010

Tim,
So sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 20, 2010

Know that our thoughts and prayers are w/ you at this most difficult of times. Dave Weaver & Family

Amy & Sean Jackson

January 20, 2010

Our prayers are with Tim and his family during this difficult time.

Sharon & Harold Mason

January 20, 2010

Dan, Debbie and Debbie Jo

We are so very sorry about the loss of Jere.
Know this that he is now resting in the everlasting arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lori Graber

January 20, 2010

Tim and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. may you draw comfort from the time you enjoyed together. The laughter, The Joy. Memories of the one you loved.

Annette Fuller

January 20, 2010

Tim, I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. My heart goes out to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you.

Jeff Daniel

January 20, 2010

Tim, so sorry to hear of your brother. My prayers are with your family.

Jeff

Ann Estadt

January 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with Tim and his family at this very difficult time.

Virginia and Mike Riggins

January 20, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

pauli & roy baker

January 20, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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