Lawrence T. Ketchmark, age 93, of Brookfield. Korean War Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Doris B. Ketchmark, nee Vizek; loving father of Robin (Patricia) Ketchmark, Dana (Susan) Ketchmark, Kit (Kathy) Ketchmark and Susan (Steve) Huska and late Timothy (Cindy) Ketchmark; dear grandfather of Tony (Melanie) Ketchmark, Spencer Ketchmark, Tiffany Ketchmark, Jason Ketchmark, Jenny (Aaron) Tag, Katie (Anthony) Gaudio, Cameron Ketchmark, Trent Ketchmark, Justin Huska, Jessica (Tony) Broches and Michael Huska; dear great grandfather of Evan Tag, Asher Tag, Weston Gaudio, Ryker Gaudio, Loukas Broches, Ella Broches, Aedan Ketchmark, Sabrina Ketchmark, Elliot Ketchmark, Amelia Ketchmark and Emerson Ketchmark; brother of George (Shirley) Ketchmark, Justine (the late Edward) Handing, Jim (Annette) Ketchmark and the late Ruth Milner.
Visitation Friday, June 3, 2022 3:00 P.M. to time of Service 8:00 P.M. at Hitzeman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 9445 West 31st Street, Brookfield.
Interment Private Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
Information 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com
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Larry was a great neighbor and friend. We will pray for him and his family.
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather. Prayers to the family during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to Kit and the entire Ketchmark family.
Another member of the greatest generation, my uncle who showed all of us what fatherhood and family was all about. I remember the 4th of July outings, his accordion playing who he got from his Father, Lawrence. I am forever proud to be part of the family
His nephew, Lawrence
My sincere condolences to the Ketchmark family
I have nothing but fond memories of Mr. Ketchmark. On my walks around the neighborhood, I would always pass by his house to chat, peruse his ever changing collection of flea market finds displayed on his driveway, or visit with his dog-Sugar Doll.
One of Mr. Ketchmark’s talents that was not noted in his Landmark obituary was that he was a musician. When he was younger, he would bring his accordion out, sit in a chair near the sidewalk, and serenade the neighborhood. He will be missed.
Larry was married to my cousin Doris, The last time I saw them both Larry was playing is accordion and Singing “Nancy with the Smiling Face” to me and my husband Rock. Both Great People. Doris taught me ballet when I was young and spend time babysitting me. Miss them both! He always had items for sale on his driveway and call it Marshal Field avenue. Fun times with both of them. Very much missed! Nancy & Rock Weiss