Timothy B. Ketchum

Timothy B. Ketchum, 53, of Port Charlotte passed away July 9, 2009. He was the son of Lester and Pauline (Harmon) Ketchum, born November 27, 1955 in Howell, MI. Tim?s family moved to Florida in 1957, and he grew up in the Sarasota area. He enjoyed his occupation of logo embroidery; he also loved fishing and boating, music, and spending time with his family. Tim will be forever remembered by his daughter, Kirsten (Mike) Ortiz; loving companion of 14 years, Karen Conley and her daughter, Crystal (Timmy) Harris; grandchildren Asia Melendez, Abagaile, Taylor, Amber, and Jordan Ortiz, and Mataya, Ava and Michael Harris; mother, Pauline Lucchetti; father, Lester (Donna) Ketchum; brothers, Terry and Patrick Ketchum; sisters, Mitzi (Dave) Doerr and Michelle (Pete) Melendez; nephews, Davey (Peggy) Doerr, Mitchell Doerr, Trey Doerr, and Shawn Freeman; nieces, Heather (Tyler) Moore, Emily Melendez, and Cassidy Ketchum. The family will receive friends 3:00 - 5:00 pm Sunday, July 12, 2009 at the Port Charlotte Calvary Assembly of God with the celebration of Tim?s life to follow with Rev. Danny Kolenda officiating. To express condolences to the family, please sign the online guest book. Arrangements are by Larry Taylor Funeral and Cremation Services.