Darrell Eugene Ketelsen Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on August 15, 2025, at the age of 85, Darrell Eugene Ketelsen (Ankeny, Iowa) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Anson and Arla (Paulsen); his daughter Kimberly Kay; his siblings, Don and Diane Carter; and his brothers-in-law, Jack and Bob.

He is survived by: his wife Ida Mae; his daughter Lori Beal (Larry); his grandchildren, Amanda Luick (Nick), Bryan Beal (Jenn), Ashley Miller (Joe) and Chad Fabor (Ara); his great grandchildren, Tyson, Taylor, Kade, Owen (Kandice), Trinity (Wesley), Dalton and Clay; his great great grandchild Hadley; his sister Doris Scovel (Clyde); his sisters-in-law, Joan Dutton, Sandy Cronbaugh, Teri St (Tom) and Ellen Ketelsen; and his friend Gary Fabor. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the family as they determine a memorial to honor Darrell's life.