William Russell Ketchum
October 31, 1933 - February 19, 2022
William Russell Ketchum passed away on February 19, 2022 at his home in New Albany Mississippi at the age of 88. He was born October 31, 1933 to John Thomas Ketchum and Addie Pearl Bryant Ketchum in Tippah County, MS. William was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was Self Employed as an Insurance Salesman, was a Bus Driver for North Pontotoc and attended the Hillcrest Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife: Oleta H. Ketchum of New Albany, MS; one step-son: Randy Gene Huddleston (Sherri) of Lexington, TN; two daughters: Lisa Ketchum of New Albany, MS, Anitra M. Ellis (James D.) of New Albany, MS; two sisters: Sara Fetters of Mason, TN, Hazel Shelton of Jackson, TN; one grandson: William Douglas Ketchum of New Albany, MS. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son: William Gerry Ketchum; five brothers: Huey, Freddie, J.T., Eli and Clifford Ketchum; one grandson: Danny Ray Hall, II. There will be a memorial service at a later date. The family request that in lieu of flowers donations be made in honor of William to: The Gideons your local chapter or Hillcrest Baptist Church (New Albany MS) building fund.
William Russell Ketchum passed away on February 19, 2022 at his home in New Albany Mississippi at the age of 88. He was born October 31, 1933 to John Thomas Ketchum and Addie Pearl Bryant Ketchum in Tippah County, MS. William was a Veteran... View Obituary & Service Information