Donald Jay Ketelle Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Donald Jay Ketelle (Amarillo, Texas), born in Rockford, Illinois, who passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 66, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Jay Ketelle to pay them a last tribute.

As Donald Jay departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Donald Jay. Though Donald Jay may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carolyn Wheat Ketelle and Jay Ketelle; and his siblings, David and Dorena. He is survived by: his wife Lori Ketelle; his sons, Travis and Joshua; and his nephew Buddy.