Teryl “Terry” Ketchum, 72, of Lacey, Washington, passed away 19 July 2024. He was a retired missionary who served in France, Martinique, and Haiti. He served as a minister in Idaho, Washington, and Kansas.

Terry was born in Salt Lake City on 15 May 1952, and as a child, lived in Sparks, Nevada; Snoqualmie, Washington; and Olympia, Washington. While he was a student at Olympia High School, he met his girlfriend, Kathie Berschauer. The two dated in high school and college, graduating from Northwest Nazarene College (now University) in 1974.

They married on 27 July 1973 and welcomed their first son, Scott (Kassie), into their family a year later. Four years later, a second red-headed boy, Brian (Erin), completed their family of four.

Among his many areas of service, Terry loved and served people as an associate pastor in Nampa, Idaho; Vancouver, Washington; and Kansas City, Kansas. He was a missionary for 25 years in France, Martinique, Haiti, and the Caribbean Regional Office (now Mesoamerica Region) for the Church of the Nazarene. He moved back to Olympia in 2006, where he served as the district superintendent's assistant.

His last responsibility was principal of Northwest Christian High School. He truly loved his staff and students and did everything he could to make tasks for teachers easier, to love his students, and to guide them into their future.

To say his grandchildren were the joy of Terry's life is an understatement. He loved them and spent every moment telling them how much they mattered.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Winston Ketchum. Terry is survived by his wife, Kathie Ketchum; sons, Scott and Brian Ketchum; and seven grandchildren.

A drop-in celebration of life will be held on 24 August from 2 to 5 at Terry's home. His friends and family are welcome to share his life memories, tributes, and stories. Light snacks will be provided along with moments of joy and celebration.