With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard A. Ketchum of Rudolph, Wisconsin, born in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, who passed away on February 25, 2023 at the age of 78. 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 Richard A. Ketchum to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Arvel Ketchum and Elaine Ketchum (Fritsche); his brother David; his uncles, Wally and Robert; and his siblings-in-law, Walter and Carreen Braun.

He is survived by : his wife Bobbie; his children, Steven Ketchum (Karen) of Rudolph, Becky Ketchum of Wisconsin Rapids, Paul Smith (Sue) of Stewartville, MN, Mike Smith (Linda) of Wisconsin Rapids and Christine DeRoo (Steven) of Junction City; his grandchildren, Steven Smith (Anna), Jeff Smith (Brittany) of Minnesota, Amber Kitowski (Don), Jake Smith of Wisconsin Rapids, Parker DeRoo of Tempe, AZ, Amanda McDonald (Grant) and Collin Ketchum of Watertown, WI; his great grandchildren, Avry, Brylee, Lily, Zoey, Brantley, Meadow, Fia and Grayson; his daughter-in-law Sherie Sheeks; and his siblings, Jean Knuteson (Walt) and Arlan Ketchum. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Herman-Taylor Funeral Home