Jane Gentile Ketcham

Jane J. Ketcham, age 89, passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2026. She was surrounded by the love of her family and leaves behind a legacy of kindness, adventure, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Jane was born on June 9, 1937, in Bergenfield, New Jersey, to Gaetano and Josephine Gentile. She had a deep love for animals and found great joy in feeding and caring for them, especially the raccoons that visited her. Jane embraced life's adventures and enjoyed traveling, cycling, whitewater rafting, fishing, kayaking, walking, and spending time outdoors. She was an avid reader, loved working puzzle books, crocheting, and was a dedicated member of a book club. Above all, Jane treasured her family. She found her greatest happiness in being a loving mother, grandmother, and especially a proud "Gigi." Her Catholic faith remained an important part of her life throughout the years.

Jane was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Andy Ketcham; her parents, Gaetano and Josephine Gentile; and her sister, Grace Gaynor.

She is lovingly survived by her daughter, Laurie Plotz; her sons, Keith Ketcham and his spouse, Vicky Brisbin, and Darryl Ketcham and his spouse, Laura Ketcham. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Jacob Plotz and his spouse, Lacey Plotz, and Aaron Plotz and his spouse, Kalani Plotz and Katie Ketcham. Her greatest joy continued through her beloved great-grandchildren, Harleigh, Arthur, and Luka Plotz. She is also survived by her sisters, Linda Justini and Lois Conklin.

Jane will be remembered for her adventurous spirit, her compassionate heart, her love of nature and animals, and the unconditional love she gave to her family. Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her. Jane will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, US, on July 17, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, followed by a Memorial Service at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, US, on July 17, 2026, at 5:00 pm.