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Marianne Ketchum

September 16, 2021
Gobles, MI

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Passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021 at Rose Arbor, Kalamazoo. Marianne was born December 23, 1944 in Dallas, Texas. She made her career in healthcare but made caring for others her life mission outside of work. Marianne was always there to help others, from spreading positivity and always encouraging others, she was always willing to give of herself to anyone. Marianne had worked as a bus driver for the Head Start program and was also a member of the Eastern Star. More than anything Marianne cherished time spent with her family. She was always grateful for the time she was given and would use every opportunity to encourage others to be thankful as well. She considered how much time she was able to spend with her grandchildren as a gift from God. Surviving are her children, Steven (Tracy) Sherburne and Sarah (Adam) Hawes; grandchildren, Cortez Akers, Kahynan Akers, Ethan (Sierra) Jasensky, Colton Sherburne, Mason Jasensky, WynterRae Sherburne, Hayden Jasensky, Gracie Sherburne; stepmother, Ann Snyder; a brother, Mark (Luella) Wagner; a half-sister, Tammy Hoag; sister-in-law, Lisa Wagner; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lora Lynn Sherburne; her parents, Harry Ketchum and Eveline (Philip) Wagner; brothers, Harry Wagner and Baby Boy Ketchum. Following her wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place on Monday, November 22, 2021 at 11 AM at the Gobles United Methodist Church. Arrangements entrusted to the Gobles Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home, www.dlmillerfuneralhome.com. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan.