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SALLY DOERSCHUK KETCHUM
1926 - 2020
SALLY DOERSCHUK KETCHUM
1926 - 2020
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SALLY KETCHUM Obituary
Sally Doerschuk Ketchum, 93, died peacefully and courageously on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at her home in Asbury Villas, Mt. Lebanon. She was born on September 26, 1926 in Massena, NY to Ethel Timmerman Doerschuk and Victor Cappel Doerschuk. After moving to Pittsburgh Sally attended Linden School, Winchester Thurston (1943) and Wells College (1947) in Aurora, NY. Upon graduation Sally taught at Winchester Thurston from 1947 to 1950. On January 14, 1950 she married her true love, David S. Ketchum (d. 2015). They raised two daughters, Louise Ketchum of Pittsburgh and Laura Ketchum of Davidsonville, MD. Sally is also survived by four loving grandchildren, Eliza, Melissa, Graham and Ellery, four dear nieces and nephews, and friends of all ages. Sally was an exemplary woman and served the Pittsburgh community in many capacities. In addition to being a docent at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens for many years, she was the first president of Phipps Friends and a member of the first and subsequent Boards of Directors. Sally was also deeply involved at various times in the Children's Home of Pittsburgh, the Jane Holmes Residence, the Winchester Thurston Alumnae Association, and the National Society of Arts and Letters. In her spare time Sally loved gardening, playing tennis, doing needlepoint and bookbinding. She was thorough, precise, attentive and enormously kind. Her gratitude and good nature prevailed until the very end. A remembrance for Sally will be held in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens One Schenley Park, PGH, PA 15213 or Winchester Thurston School 555 Morewood Ave. PGH, PA 15213. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC.
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Tom Darr
September 29, 2020
Louise and Laurie, I had no idea until today that your mother had died. I worked with your mom as she volunteered on the 1978 Thornburgh campaign. We remained friends for many years after. I last saw her along with your dad in their apartment in Oakland soon after they moved. Simply put, your mom was one of the nicest, most genteel, and thoughtful persons i have ever known. Both she and your dad were generous to me through their friendship both personally and professionally. I shall always remember them and send my belated condolences.
William Voelp
February 13, 2020
My deepest sympathy to family and friends.
February 9, 2020
With sincere sympathy,
My dear dad, Edward Getz, worked at the Children's Home many years ago. He also worked for the Ketchum's and spoke very highly of them.
Marilyn (Getz) Colaizzi
Anne Dorsey
February 9, 2020
To Laurie and Louise : sending you each my love and prayers . Your Mom was an example of how we should all live . What wonderful things she accomplished, besides raising her two beautiful daughters, whom I was blessed to call friends. I will not forget a magical trip to Stone Harbor with your family , including making an escape to Tuckahoe during a hurricane . I fondly remember the times spent at the Ketchum home with Mrs . Ketchum being the most loving and kind hostess . She was so adored by you both . Love you each . Wishing you God's peace that surpasses all human understanding. Anne Wentley - Dorsey
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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
February 9, 2020
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