Jesse Robert "J.R." Ketchum

December 3, 1931 — February 9, 2018

Jesse Robert “J.R.” Ketchum, age 86, graduated to heaven on Friday, February 9,

2018.

The youngest of 8 children, J.R. spent his childhood years on a farm in Rogers, Tx

before moving to Everman in his teenage years. He made his mark at Everman High

School by being the captain and star of the basketball team, as well as being the

President of the senior class and Business Manager of the annual. His classmates also

voted him Most Popular and Basketball King before his graduation in 1950.

J.R. was a combat veteran of the Korean War where he earned several medals. He was

very proud to have served his country to defend our freedoms.

Mr. Ketchum’s success as a machinist for Gearheart Owen, S.I.E., and later, Owen Oil

Tools can be directly attributed to his work ethic and his natural abilities with

calculations and precision. His attention to detail was legendary and his reputation

preceded him in the industry. J.R. finally retired from his craft in 2005 at the age of 73 to

become the fulltime caretaker of his wife who had suffered a stroke.

Mr. Ketchum spent his life giving his all to take care of his family. He was an incredible

husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. He is survived

by his wife of 64 years, Patsy; Son, Scott Ketchum and wife, Carol; Son, Ross Ketchum

and wife, Patty; and Daughter, Keli Terrell and Husband, Donny. He also leaves behind

10 grand children and 15 great-grandchildren who idolized and adored their “Peep”.

The family will receive family and friends this Monday evening, February 12

th, 6:00 pm –8:00 pm at Alpine Funeral Home, 2300 N. Sylvania, Fort Worth. Graveside service

Tuesday, February 13th 1:00 pm at Everman Cemetery, 834 E. Enon Ave., Everman

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