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BRIAN KETCHAM
LIMA — Brian Michael Ketcham, 37 of Lima passed away Sunday, April 2, 2017 at University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on October 31, 1979 in Lima to Joe and Robin (Reese) Ketcham and they survive in Elida. On May 20, 2006, he married Amanda Lynn Bell and she survives in Lima.
Brian was employed in shipping and distribution for DTR. He was a 1998 Elida High School graduate and he had attended OSU-Lima. He was an animal lover, he enjoyed camping, hiking with friends and was quite the history buff.
Brian is survived by his wife, his parents, his mother-in-law, Lori Young, brother-in-law, David (Lori) Thompson and their children, Nicholas and Nathan all of Greensboro, N. Carolina ; his Aunts and Uncles, Rondell (Roger) Fuson, Keith (Alissa) Zimmerman, Ellen Jerew, Jeff (Carol) Ketcham, Mike (Tanya) Ketcham, Steve (Maxine) Ketcham , Anne (Lou) Breaux, Stan (Vicki) Thompson, and fifteen cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Charlie Young and grandparents, Steve and Raellen Lawrence, Ray Reese and Dean and Julie Ketcham.
To honor Brian's wishes, there will be no visitation and a celebration of Brian's life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society of Allen County. Online condolences can be made at www.siferd-oriansfuneralhome.com.
These funeral arrangements are under the direction of SIFERD-ORIANS FUNERAL HOME, 506 N. Cable Rd. Lima, Ohio 45805
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Ketcham
Judy Parranto
April 12, 2017
Dear Joe, Robin and Amanda: We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayer for you is this: May God get you through one minute at a time, one hour, one day, week, month or year - until the memories you have of Brian bring you nothing but joy. Please extend our love and sympathy to the rest of the family.
The Dallas Neu Family
Janet and Mike Noble
Judy and Greg Parranto
Joyce Aikens
Dwayne and Glenda Neu
April 10, 2017
Joe & Robin,
We are so sorry for the loss of Brian. He & Bill had good times together. We will keep Brian and your family in our prayers.
Bob & Ann Beat
Bill Beat
April 9, 2017
I'm so sorry to here of his passing. I was in troop 47 with him in boy scouts. He's was a great person then and I'm sure was for the rest of his life.
Dana McClure
April 7, 2017
Joe and Robin,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
April 7, 2017
Joe & Robin,
No words can express our deepest condolences for your loss. We can only imagine what you must be going through. Our prayers are with you. May you find peace through this time.
Mike & Angie Green
John Conley
April 6, 2017
Joe and Robin you are in our prayers!
Amy (Heath) Beard
April 6, 2017
Joe & Robin, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember babysitting for Brian when he was a little boy. Time goes by so very fast. May you keep his memories close to your heart. God bless.
Patty Dysert
April 5, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you Amanda and Brian's parents. I will miss seeing and talking to him daily, he definitely said what he thought.
April 5, 2017
Robin and Joe so sorry for your loss.
Julie Mekolites Loup
Patrick O'Connor
April 5, 2017
Robin, Joe and Amanda;
I pray Brian's soul will RIP and that your grief is brief and loving memories long of your time together. Keep the faith.
Jean & Denny Thornell
April 5, 2017
Joe & family, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you peace and comfort in your sorrow.
April 5, 2017
Amanda Ketcham and Lori Young:
We have not seen each other in a very long time, but i remember all of the good times we shared. Amanda, we could tell by your face that Brian was the love of your life.
Robin & Joe Ketcham:
it is very difficult to lay to rest a child when you always think you will go first. Let God guide you in your up-coming path and know that you are resting in God's arms.
Miracles & Blessings to all - Karen Griff, Range Kleen (Lima, Ohio)
Candice Jordan
April 5, 2017
Robin and Joe, I'm so sorry to hear about Brian. He was a wonderful person with a very loving heart. I pray that you will find peace in this time of sorrow. Take care you both still mean a lot to me.
AnneDenise Stratton
April 5, 2017
Robin and Joe and family: So saddened by your great loss. Brian was my Very Special Guy and I loved him with every bone in my body. Your family has been so very loving to me for many years, RIP, we will be together again one of these days. I love all of you.
Alison Musselman Wood
April 5, 2017
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers for all of your family, graduated with Brian
Scott Smith
April 4, 2017
Brian was more than just a co-worker, he was a friend that never failed to make people laugh around him. His demeanor was one of a kind and he will truly be missed. Prayers with Amanda and the family.
Angela Terrill (Baughman)
April 4, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss Joe, Robin and Amanda. Please know you are all in my prayers.
Stan and Deb Karcher
April 4, 2017
Joe and Robin, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Miller
April 4, 2017
We are so blessed that we got to
watch Brian grow up! He was so much fun and such a good person! Our thoughts, love, and prayer's
for Amanda, Robin, Joe, and family. Love you all! Tim and Di
Ann Havericak (Karcher)
April 4, 2017
I grew up across the street from Brian and also graduated from Elida with him. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family.
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