Steve Ketring

Stephen O. "Steve" Ketring, 81, from Upland passed away peacefully at his home on August 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 8, 1942, in Van Buren, IN, to his late parents - Glenn Ketring and Eloise Watson Long. Steve was a proud graduate from Jefferson Township High School in 1960 and bravely served in the United States Navy for three years.

On August 8, 1964, he tied the knot with his sweetheart of 60 years, Carolyn Kay Herring, who continues to be his rock. Following his service, Steve dedicated his career to General Motors in Marion, Indiana, before embracing retirement. An avid lover of the outdoors, he took immense pride in his lawn care skills, which were second to none. He was a familiar face at Eastview Wesleyan Church in Gas City.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving children: Brad (Michelle) Ketring of Pendleton, IN, Dawn Ketring of Upland, IN, and Brent (Beth) Ketring of Marion, IN. He is also survived by his siblings, Melinda Mullenix and Bruce "Pete" (Terri) Long. Steve will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren: Brittney Ketring, Kaitlynn (R.J.) Pritchard, Morgan (Alex) Combs, Zac Ketring and Danielle (Jake Lemon) Ketring, as well as his great-grandchildren; Titus Hughes, Jeremiah Pritchard, Stella Combs, Becket Combs, and Lainey Pritchard.

In the presence of family and friends, we will celebrate the life of Steve Ketring and pay tribute to his legacy with a Life Celebration Tuesday September 3, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Eastview Wesleyan Church 414 N. 10th St., Gas City, Indiana 49933, withPastor Mark Atkinson officating, the family will receive family and friends from 11:00 to 1:00 prior to the service at the church. Interment will take place at Jefferson Cemetery, Upland, IN.

He now joins his parents, daughter-in-law Brenda Ketring, brothers Michael J. (Doretha) Ketring and John (Phyllis) Ketring, brother-in-law; Dan Mullenix, and sister Betty (Barlow) McKinney in eternal peace.

The family would like to thank Heart to Heart Hospice for the special care they gave to their husband, father, and grandfather, Stephen O. Ketring. Also a special that thank you to caregivers, Angie McDaniel, Valerie Trees, Tabatha Ploger, and Chelsey Ketring.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 50 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Condolences and memories may be left at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com