Escanaba, MI
George Joseph “Joe”Ketcham, 70, of 1401 N. 23rd Street, Escanaba, formerly of Gladstone, passed away Thursday May 26, 2016 at the Upper Peninsula Health System in Marquette following complications of a heart attack.
Joe was born December 11, 1945 in Escanaba, MI the son of George and Marjorie (Ketcham) Demeuse and was raised in Gladstone. Joe was a 1965 graduate ofGladstone High School. He was united in marriage to the love of his life Arlene Cayer on April 16, 1966 at All Saints Church in Gladstone. Following graduation,Joe was drafted into the U.S. Army and was stationed in Anaheim, Germany. Upon His honorable discharge, he and Arlene returned to Gladstone to raise their family.
Joe worked for Local Carpenter
Gary Carlson
Sympathies to the family of my good friend “Joe Beef”. I carry some fond memories as a result of our friendship and he will be missed very much.
RIP…. Joe!
AnnMarie VandeWiele - GLADSTONE, Mi
I’m so sad to see my longtime client…and dear friend “Joe” has passed. He was one of the kindest men I’ve even known in my life. He will be truly missed.
Yolanda Godfrey - Two Rivers, WI
I am going to miss you so much Uncle Joe. To many memories to write down but, I will always have them in my heart. Rest easy Uncle. Love you 👼🙏
Cindy Taylor - Menomonee Falls, Wi
Thinking of you today. Thoughts and prayers to you.
Guy & Nancy Gereau - Gladstone, Mi
Our family is so sad to hear your Dad passed away. He was such a good neighbor & friend…your Mom & him both. Always willing to lend a hand or a good laugh. We will truly miss him…