Robert E. Ketron

1949 - 2026

Robert E. Ketron obituary, 1949-2026, Leesburg, VA

Robert E. Ketron

1949 - 2026

BORN

1949

DIED

2026

Robert Ketron Obituary

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Robert E. Ketron, 76, of Leesburg, VA passed away on March 4, 2026. Born on September 4, 1949, and preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Ketron; mother, Mary Ketron; father, L.B. Ketron and brothers, Richard and Donald Ketron.

Robert was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the AirForce, a skilled gunsmith and an avid motorcycle enthusiast.

Robert is survived by his brothers Ronnie Ketron (Chris) of Virginia; Larry Ketron (Sue) of Maryland; and David Ketron (Lisa) of Pennsylvania. He is also survived by his daughters Renee Nelson and Melissa Hayes of South Carolina, and Tammy McGaha (David) of Virginia; his son, John Bryam (Traci) of Virginia; and his grandchildren, Christopher Ketron of Maryland, John Bryam IV of California, Heather Byram, DJ McGaha (Jessica), and Crystal McGaha of Virginia. Robert also leaves behind two great grandchildren who brought him joy.

The family offers heartfelt thanks to the friends who stood by Robert with unwavering love, becoming part of his chosen family. They are especially grateful for the love and support of Larry Craun and Suyen Michlowitz.

Robert's wishes for his final resting place are being honored with a private family gathering. In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to honor Robert's memory with donations to disabled veterans of America (https://www.dav.org). Robert E. Ketron

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Colonial Funeral Home of Leesburg

201 Edwards Ferry Road NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

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I worked with Gene many years at The Body Works Of Virginia and he was also a family friend .We had many great times together he will be greatly missed. Condolences to his family and friends R.I.P. Gene

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