Helen Burke Ketchem Obituary
The passing of Helen Burke Ketchem (Chesapeake, Virginia) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 14, 2024 at the age of 89. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Helen Burke's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Burke and Hattie Burke; her husband William Ketchem Sr. (Bill); and her daughter Angie Sowers. She is survived by: her children, Billy, Ricky (Karen), Lucy and Dean (Barbara).
Visitation was held on Saturday, August 17th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Graham Funeral Home (1112 Kempsville Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320). A funeral service was held on Saturday, August 17th 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Saturday, August 17th 2024 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at the Chesapeake Memorial Gardens (524 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southside Baptist church building fund, 1200 Bainbridge Blvd Chesapeake VA or the American cancer society/Relay for Life https://mobileacs.org.