Barbara Jane Kettelhut Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Barbara Jane Kettelhut of Oakland, California, born in Alameda, California, who passed away at the age of 80, on May 15, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Jane Kettelhut to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Russell Bachtell and Mary Bachtell; her brothers, Russell and Raymond Bachtell; her husband Larry Kettelhut; and her daughter Kerrie Ann Olsem.

She is survived by: her sister Valerie Bachtell; her daughter Sarylsue Kettelhut DiFabio (Dennis); her grandchildren, Steven Kettelhut and Christine Gaster; her great grandchildren, Lily, Hunter, Anastasia, Adaline and Aubriella; and her pet Wyatt.

In honor of Barbara's memory, donations may be made to UC Davis Medical Center in recognition of the care she received there.