Joseph M. Ketchum Obituary
In loving memory of Joseph M. Ketchum of Eudora, Kansas, who departed this world on May 25, 2025 at the age of 70. Joseph leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. 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, Joseph Ketchum and Maxine Ketchum; his sister Mary Jo; his in-laws, Clifford and Patricia Black; and his half-sisters, Patty Ueligger and Bobbie Babcock (Bill).
He is survived by: his wife Donna Black Ketchum; his stepdaughters, Jenny Lee of Prairie Village and Julie Avila (Vince) of Berryton; his grandchildren, Luke, Mae Audus, Alex, Haley, Lila and Titus Avila; his siblings, Becky Hickok of St. Joseph, MO and Serrel; and his siblings-in-law, Diane Black of Overland Park, KS and Lloyd Ueligger. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joe's name to Grace Presbyterian Church, Insight Women's Center of Lawrence, Children's Haven International, Pharr, TX or Alpha Christian Children's Home, Perry, KS and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary 120 W. 13th St. Lawrence, KS 66044.
