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Danny Day Ketchum was born August 1st,1954 in Seguin, TX to Frank and Maud Ester Ketchum.

Danny accepted Christ at an early age. God called him to his Heavenly home on April 24, 2023.

Danny received his formal education in Seguin, Texas graduating from Seguin High School in 1972. Upon graduation, Danny had a desire to serve his country, so he joined the United States Navy. He served two years and was honorably discharged. After his military career, he enjoyed working with seniors in the healthcare industry.

Danny enjoyed fishing and sketching. He was a self-taught handyman, helping out friends with different tasks. He also had a passion for animals by taking in abandoned cats.

Danny was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, sister Annette, and brother Bill. He leaves to cherish his memory brothers, Frank Edward Ketchum, Dennis Day Ketchum (Monika), sister Janet Ketchum Antwine (Kermit), and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Graveside Service

Monday May 15th, 2023 -9:15 am

Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX 78209

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Juan Alvarez, 72 years old passed away Tuesday May 9th, 2023. Survivors include sisters: Petra Noriega and Frances Sandoval, brother Ignacio Alvarez

Viewing will be held Sunday May 14th, 5pm to 7pm at Crenshaw Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services will be held Monday May 15th at 10am @ Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Service entrusted to Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg

Seguin, Tx. 78155 830-303-2208

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