Elsie M. Ketchem
January 9, 1940 ~ January 2, 2019
Elsie M. Ketchem, age 78, a resident of Mansfield Place and a former resident of Chestnut St. Philippi passed away Wednesday January 2, 2019. Elsie was born January 9, 1940 in Oakhill, WV, a daughter of the late Raymond and Louise (Epperly) Poff. Elsie was twice married first to her former husband Edwin H. Holbert who survives at Belington, secondly to William Ketchem who survives at Belington. Also surviving-
Four children, Dawn Carey and husband Mark of Moatsville
Sherri Hixson of Dumfries, VA
Scott Holbert of Philippi
Edwin Holbert Jr. of Spotsylvania, VA
Six sisters, Linda Johnson
Vicki Morris
Barbara Myers
Sherry Davis
Joetta Armstrong
Ruth Delozier
Two brothers, Richard Poff
Donnie Poff and wife Gloria
Six grandchildren, Chelsea Sturm, Mark Carey II, Stephanie Hixson, Courtney Holbert, Haleigh Hixson, and Marissa Carey
Three great-grandchildren, Izabella Martinez, Izaac Nevins, Makenna Carey
Elsie was a homemaker and had also worked in the Coal Mines for Kitt Energy. She loved tending to her flower gardens, enjoyed watching the WVU Mountaineers, listening to country music, and was a NASCAR fan, always cheering on her favorite drive Dale Earnhardt.
Elsie request for cremation will be honored.
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My loving sister our family will always remember your loving ways and that big smile you always had. Thanks for the memories of you and my older siblings. Now you’re with some of your favorite sisters may you all be happy and Rest In Peace. We will miss you greatly. Love you, my sister. Vicky
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing Dawn. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of your Mother.
Aunt Elsie…Gosh where to begin.
You were such an avid part of my childhood. From coming down fire the yard sales to always losing your teeth. You made childhood and growing up fun. I'm honored to call you my aunt. Love you.
Aunt Elsie, you were such a great part of my life when I was growing up. I always called you Doo Doo. I don't know why but you didn't care what I called you. I will always remember the great times having yard sales at my mother's house and when we went to my mother in law's house to ransack and gather things to put in one of our sales. Your loving smile and happiness will remain with me for the rest of my life. You will be missed but I know you are with your sisters who have gone before you. Celebrate!! I love you
Dear Dawn, I have great memories of when Aunt Elsie would come to visit and how we would have so much fun . I’m wishing you peace in this difficult time and that you will find strength.
I loved Elsie and have wonderful memories, she always was happy she had a beautiful smile and was good to everyone. She will be greatly missed by all of the family . Rest in the arms of your Heavenly Father. Gloria. To my sister Elsie , I remember when Dad bought us boxing gloves, and we would box each other. And of course she beat me up every time. And Dad would laugh at us. She was a great sister and I loved her and going to miss her. So sorry I am not able to be with everyone. Love you all and God Bless you. Your brother Donnie.
Sending my condolences to Elsie’s 4 adult children and their families. Sending prayers and thoughts your way. RIH my dear sister.
In memory of Elsie M. Ketchem, Dawn Kennedy and family lit a candle
I used to be very good friends with Elsie when she was married to Eddie Holbert because I was friends with Eddies Mom Florence many years ago..Elsie was so very slow talking very nice to me. I visited one time later on in years and she never changed. God Bless You Elsie always so polite and nice. I am sorry I never got to see you later on in years. But I am so glad I got to know you MANY years ago RIP my old friend.
So sorry 4 your loss Elsie always kept everyone laughing!!She will be sadly missed by family God Bless them
Elsie was a wonderful woman! She was the first person I ever took care of. I remember sitting on the porch,drinking coffee with her favorite hazelnut creamer. I will never forget her♡