Dave M Swegan

Sunday, October 16, 2022

I played with Bob in Goldrush. He was one of the nicest musicians I ever met and very smart at his craft, called music. Always easy going and never a bad word said. You are missed brother!

Jenifer Baker

Sunday, February 8, 2015

Bob, you were an incredible person and made a difference in so many lives. I miss you.

Denise Stone

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Bob I am so thankful to have you in my life. I've known you since I was 12 , for almost 40 years, and the best times we had were in the past few months. I'm so happy we spent time together recently and I already miss you very much. You text me last month and said you were excited to see my mom , Connie Stone, and Charlie Blackburn when you went to Heaven! Mom loves you so very much and so do I! Thanks for being YOU!

Nate Porter

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Bob. .will be missed greatly by all of his class mates from the Class of 1964 at Admiral Farragut Academy St Petersburg, Florida. He was so cohesive for the entire Class and a great friend to all. Your friend and Class mate, Nate.

John and Tammy Walker

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Bob was so entertaining and engaging with such a kind nature. He will truly be missed and never forgotten. Our hearfelt sympathy to you and your family.

Linda Cagle

Monday, February 2, 2015

My deepest sympathies to you and your family Jane, and to all those whose lives Bob touched

Genevieve Oliva

Monday, February 2, 2015

God is now enjoying your music and good stories in person. Praying your family will find peace and comfort. You will be missed. You have touched so many lives my friend!

LeAnn Stuart

Monday, February 2, 2015

Family to many. Friend to all. You are dearly missed, Bob. Prayers going up for your loved ones. May they find peace in their hearts.

JW and May Ott

Monday, February 2, 2015

May in find comfort in the days ahead by knowing that many suffer your loss with you..Bob was a wonderful person and will be solely missed.

beckie wells

Monday, February 2, 2015

MAY GOD COMFORT YOUR FAMILY AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH.

Michelle(Denmark)McDaniel

Monday, February 2, 2015

Jane & family-so sorry on the loss of your wonderful husband and soulmate...your family is in my prayers and thoughts.

Robin Hill

Monday, February 2, 2015

Sweet Jane,
I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing.
What little time I got to work with you as an AE you were just amazing and so kind. I will be saying prayers for you and your family right now for comfort and peace. God never gives us more than we can bare.
Sincerely,
Robin Hill AE Rusellville, AR

Gregory Vann Ecenia

Monday, February 2, 2015

Bob, I will miss your laughter and humor over all the years and your graciousness as a friend and your love.
Greg-"The Bear"

Ed Wilson

Monday, February 2, 2015

Dear Jane,

I am so sorry for your loss--the loss to all of us.
At the same time, I was so glad Greg and I got to come up and that I got to meet you.

My sympathy,

Ed

Shirley Summers

Sunday, February 1, 2015

To the Ketchum Family: Saw him in concert in August at the Shield he was awesome and when I see his pictures one word comes to mind JOY. God bless you and keep you thru this difficult times.

Dennis Stone

Sunday, February 1, 2015

Love and gonna miss my brother! :( Faith and strength to the family as these are tough times they are dealing with, Bob knows we will all keep his legacy alive!

Mary Montgomery

Sunday, February 1, 2015

My God continue to give you comfort and courage during this trying time and thereafter love you and your family will always be in my prayers and heart

Marie Lynn Mitchell

Sunday, February 1, 2015

Jane, Robert, Missy, Jeremy, Luke, John....and Fritzie....Please know that my heart aches for your loss. Bob was such a wonderful friend. He made time for all his friends, and gave sage advice. The Baxter Bulletin should have carried a "Dear Bob" column, as he was that adept at giving heart felt advice. Sir Bob just had an enormous capacity to give. I am so grateful for his many talents we were able to enjoy. Bob always liked to reiterate; "Jane came along and saved my life." He would always follow that with an expression of gratitude for his family. He felt so blessed. He loved all of you so very much. I will always remember Sir Bob with love in my heart. I was honored to call him my friend.

troy &jodienhooker

Sunday, February 1, 2015

my god be with you and Robert love guys very much

carol foster

Sunday, February 1, 2015

I met Mr. Ketchum when he had his studio. He made some dvds from old movie films I had. I knew he was a very kind man. Prayers for all his family. God bless you.

Brenda chaffee hibbd

Sunday, February 1, 2015

Joe Summers

Sunday, February 1, 2015

Go in peace.

Tammy Rocheleau

Sunday, February 1, 2015

It is with as heavy heart that I write this to say goodbye to a friend I've never met, but had the pleasure of his talents, his sense of humor, his love for life! It's easy to see Bob that you are loved and respected by many, so with that being said I'm
Fortunate that I got to meet you whether it was on social media or face to face, I feel like I knew you! I wish peace and comfort to your loved ones....you lived life with no regrets, that's very admirable. Rest well my friend, until we all
Meet Again! 😢💞

Louie Rodriguez-Feliu

Saturday, January 31, 2015

I am very sad to hear of your loss, You gave me a lot of memories at Admiral Farragut that I cherish to this date. To Jane and your Family may they always remember the great Spirit you are! My Prayers and Blessings.

Launa Daugherty-Clarke

Saturday, January 31, 2015

My first experience with Bob was while collaborating on an original song with a random group of young people picked from the High School Gifted and Talented program in its infancy. I was in awe to be in a real studio, and amazed at his professionalism with all us "kids". Growing up here, he has been a staple in the music and video community, and later providing so much local historical archives. He contributed so much more than I'll ever know, but he made a strong impression on this young lady back in the day. Thank you for being the wonderful, talented man you were, and leaving a legacy to all those touched by your life. Prayers for your family and close loved ones.

Susan n Larry Owens

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Jane I know this has to be so hard. And so unreal.. I wish I could be there for you and your family. I love you so much and wish I could take your pain away .As always you are in my thoughts and prayers. Bob will be truly missed but I feel he definitely made and left his mark in this world..love u Cuz, call me anytime...

Patsy Tillery

Saturday, January 31, 2015

So sorry for your loss Jane. Sorry I can't be there to hold you & help you through these most difficult days. Please know that your family in Texas is keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.

Mary Koenemann

Saturday, January 31, 2015

It's with profound sadness we bid farewell to a great man and wonderful friend. He'll live forever in our memories and hearts. God bless.

Tom & Lois Birmingham

Saturday, January 31, 2015

To the family of my dearest friend, we extend to you our love and affection. Bob has left a hole in our hearts that can't be filled. Know that he touched so many lives positively in his lifetime.

Mary Koenemann

Saturday, January 31, 2015

It's with profound sadness we bid farewell to a great man and wonderful friend. He'll live forever in our memories and hearts. God bless.

David and Debbie Rahmoeller

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Jane, our thoughts and prayers ate with you.

Sandy Dyce Stromberg

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Jane and Family,
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.
Bob will not be forgotten for he will forever be in hearts and minds of all that knew and loved him. May you all find peace and comfort knowing how many people he touched in his life. His light will shine on forever.

Love and Light to you all,
Sandy Dyce Stromberg

Diane & Dave Rains

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Dear Sweet Jane & Family: GOD comfort you all. We know Bob is playing with an awesome band with his big smile. So many people love Bob.We will never forget all the good times we had. Rest in Peace friend.

Mara Jane Fisk

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Dear Jane and Family:

I do so share your sorrow at this time. Bob was so special and he will be sorely missed. I'm so happy I was able to attend and participate in the Tribute/Roast the Historical Society did for him.

Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you along with those of so many others in this community who loved him, too.

Mara Jane

Tina Foley Benton

Friday, January 30, 2015

Jane and family, thoughts and prayers for you, I only had met him a few times, the one remember most was after my mom died 2009, dad had felt he needed to make CD in memory of my mom. Bob was so wonderful with my dad, and of course what a great job Bob did, he truly loved his Work , and I'm so lucky, I can hear my dads voice sing each and every time I play that CD, thanks to Bob for a wonderful gift I have . 😌

Melissa & Andy Pool

Friday, January 30, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed. Our daughter Mady loved him and never stopped telling us about what a great guy he was.

Terry & Cindy Johnson

Friday, January 30, 2015

Jane and family, so sorry to hear about Bob. I'll always remember him telling me jokes when I was a teenager working for his stepdad at the boat repair shop. He always wore flip-flops, shorts, and Hawaiian style shirts. I'll also remember taking cd's and recordings from our criminal cases and having Bob clean the background noise out of the recordings. Bob was a true gentleman and will be missed by many. I pray that God will comfort you all during this hard time.

May God bless you and keep you close to his heart,

Mike and Dianna Roller

Friday, January 30, 2015

To the Ketchum family,
Bob was a talented man and his passing is a great loss to his family and also the community. Please accept our condolences. We extend to you our deepest and heart felt sympathy.
Sincerely,
Mike and Dianna Roller

Brenda Johnson

Friday, January 30, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the family and all of Bob's friends at this time. Bob was a friend from the time he went to the Presbyterian church shortly after coming to this area. He remained like a brother, always there for all of us from the 1964 class. So many of us grew up together and, though Bob went off to Military school, he was still just part of our class no matter what. We all loved him. I am so happy he got to attend our 50 year reunion. He will never be forgotten. May God richly bless you and the children Jane.

Marsha Wait Barker

Friday, January 30, 2015

Dear Jane and family,,

Please accept our sincere condolences on Bob's passing. He was such a special man in our lives. When my daughter, Bethany Wait, died, Bob was kind enough to film her Celebration of Life; I will never forget his generosity.

Our hope is in knowing that one day we will be reunited with our loved ones.

Marsha Wait Barker
Lucy Hewitt (Bethany's grandmother)

Louise Douglas Adams

Friday, January 30, 2015

I have known Bobby (to me) since he was just a child when I worked for his beautiful Mother, Ann, and Dad, "Bottles" at Blackberry Hill Resort on beautiful Lake Norfork. It is comforting to know that he is now home with his parents, all singing and celebrating with our Heavenly Father. My sincere sympathy to all his family left behind. May you find comfort knowing how loved and respected he was by so many friends throughout the country. May you rest in eternal peace, Bob...you did it your way! Love & Blessings, Louise (Douglas) Adams

Donella DePriest Dulworth

Friday, January 30, 2015

Jane and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Bob with a smile. He left us with such a great legacy, he used his time on earth wisely. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. I will continue to pray for your family. Sincerely Donella DePriest Dulworth

Cali Sheley

Friday, January 30, 2015

I attended his gathering at the Ramada Inn, in November. He was a good man, talented in many ways and had a very generous spirit. God speed in healing hearts for the family.

The Sheley's

Jerri and Patrick McCrary

Thursday, January 29, 2015

You will be missed, my friend, by so many. Our sympathy and prayers are being sent to your wife and family. God Bless You all. We are so sorry. May You Rest in Peace, Bob.

Cody Kendall

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Bob was a great man he will be missed by a lot of people.
RIP Bob

Helen Tyree

Thursday, January 29, 2015

prayers go out to all family and friends!!! Bob was a fun guy with always a smile!!!! loved his book!!! r i p my friend!!!!

Stephen and Melannie Love

Thursday, January 29, 2015

praying for family

Max and Velma Cotter

Thursday, January 29, 2015

So sorry for the loss of Bob. May God wrap his arms around all of you during this time of sorrow.

luanne larson

Thursday, January 29, 2015

my heart goes out for the family at this time.
many prayers for u all. love and hugs. bob was a great guy.

Sue Talbert

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Jane, so sorry to hear about of the loss of your husband. Prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Many hugs my friend.

Matt McCauley

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Jane and family-Please find comfort in the huge outpouring of sympathy and stories. Bob's influence reached everywhere. There are some guys I know here in St. Louis that knew him and recorded at Cedar Crest that I had no idea knew Bob. I have friends-good friends-that I wouldn't have had if I had not known Bob. He was a great man, and I don't say that about many people. The band in heaven just got a better sound.

Pat Fudge

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Jane and family thinking of you. Mtn Home and all of Bob friends lost someone very special in our
lives. Bob was a great person in many many ways.
He will be missed by all that had the pleasure of being his friend.

Lynne Ward

Thursday, January 29, 2015

We are grieving with you and for you. Bob was a great friend to my husband, Bruce and was always kind to me. I don't remember a time that he wasn't smiling.
I hope that you will be able to soon find peace.

Prayers,
Lynne Ward

Paula Roddy

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Sorry for your loss/my deepest sympathy/sincere condolences/Paula Roddy

Mary Bauss

Thursday, January 29, 2015

My prayers are with you, Jane, Missy, Robert and all of Bob's family and friends. I'm sure there have already been a few jam sessions in heaven with musicians gone before and especially with his mama. There will be a big hole left here on earth that no one will be able to fill.

Mike And Dorothy Flanagan

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Bob Will Be Missed. So Sorry. A Great Man Went To Heaven.

Mary Bland

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Jane, I feel for your loss. I know how difficult this can be for you. You have always been there for me and my family. Please be assured you have my deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers for you and your family. Even though you know what is coming, it still hurts, if you ever need a break, coffee, Pepsi, or conversation, you know my number.

Cathryn Summers

Thursday, January 29, 2015

I am so sorry that we must lose such a man as Bob Ketchum. I know that he was very proud of his family and was a great friend to many. I am so very glad that I got to go to the concert and support Bob at the Night of Honor. Bob was a member of the Vipers and my brother Joe was the singer and it has been wonderful getting to know Bob the last couple of years. I truly wanted to spend more time with him and tap some of those great stories. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Jimmy & Joyce Smith

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bob's family.

Tim & Joy Phillips

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Tim and I are so sad in our Hearts. Bob will be missed by so many people. What a wonderful guy he was and will remain to be. May we always keep Bob in our HEARTS. God Bless you Jane and your family. Praying

Peggy & Jon Miller

Thursday, January 29, 2015

You will be missed. I know you will be playing drums in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with the family

Tracey thorn

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Jane, I'm so,so extremely saddened by your loss. My heart aches for you and your family. I pray for comfort for you and yours at this very difficult time. I just want you to know mom and I love you and are thinking about you. We thank you for everything you have done for our family.

Tim Boyd

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Jane and Children,

I am so, so sorry to hear of Bob passing. What an awesome man, husband, father and friend to SO many. Bob was so talented, so smart and had a funny side like no other. I was sadly amazed, like so many time, to hear of Bob being stricken with such a horrible disease such as cancer. Why would such a talented, caring, amazing man be stricken with such a terrible disease? I was always wowed to see Bob in person, to see how soft of a heart he had, how he loved his family, and was always trying to make life easier and happier for those around him.

I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers, and will forever carry memories of Bob in my heart. I will hear him singing and playing drums in my mind and heart, until I leave this worldly home. Just remember we will all see Bob again one day. We will see him pleasing God, singing for him and probably telling him jokes in Heaven. Jane, bless you for being the sweet, caring, friend and wife that Bob always wanted and needed. You and Bob were like peas and carrots. You both completed each other so perfectly, like very few ever seen.

Thank you for sharing this wonderful, loving soul with the rest of the world. I am sure he was hard to give up all those times he HAD to give of himself, but we as a people who truly love him, can only say Thank you and mean it from the bottom of our hearts. God be with each of you during this time of grief. May God bring each of you peace and comfort in knowing Bob is whole again, and is back to being himself 110% again. He will be watching over you all from up above, and will be waiting until you are all called to join him on Heaven.

Colleen & Bill Stephenson

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Our thoughts are with you on this sad day. Bob will always be remembered and bring a smile to our faces, so many memories and always fun ones. Sincerely, Colleen & Bill

Patrick Watts

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Bob, you touched a lot of peoples lives.