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Andrea Ketchum Wiki – Andrea Ketchum Biography

Andrea Ketchum was the wife of country singer-songwriter Hal Ketchum. Born in Greenwich, New York, on April 9, 1953, Hal Michael Ketchum learned the drums as a teenager and joined local bands, relocating to Florida and Texas before settling in Nashville, Tennessee. He released his first album, “Threadbare Alibis”. In 1991, Ketchum signed with Curb Records and released “Past the Point of Rescue”. The album included the hit, “Small Town Saturday Night,” which climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard country music charts.

Ketchum earned gold with the album, with the Top-15 songs “I Know Where Love Lives” and “Past The Point Of Rescue,” the latter of which also reached No. 2 on the Billboard chart. His 1992 follow-up album, “Sure Love,” delivered three Top-10 songs: “Sure Love,” “Hearts Are Gonna Roll” and “Mama Knows The Highway.” Other hits during the 1990s included “(Tonight We Just Might) Fall in Love Again” and “Stay Forever.” Ketchum released his final album, “I’m The Troubadour,” in 2014.

Andrea Ketchum Age

Andrea Ketchum’s age is unclear. Her husband, Hal Ketchum, was born on April 9, 1953, in Greenwich, New York, and died on November 23, 2020, at the age of 67. Hal Ketchum’s wife Andrea Ketchum confirmed his passing in a Facebook post on November 24, 2020. “With great sadness and grief we announce that Hal passed away peacefully last night at home due to complications of dementia,” Hal Ketchum’s wife Andrea Ketchum wrote on the singer’s official Facebook page. “May his music live on forever in your hearts and bring you peace.”

In April 2019, Andrea Ketchum revealed that her husband had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Hal Ketchum & Andrea Ketchum

Andrea Ketchum was the fourth wife of Hal Ketchum. Hal was previously married to his third wife, Gina Ketchum, his second wife, Terrell Tye, and his first wife, Barbara.

Children

It is unclear if Hal Ketchum and his wife Andrea Ketchum had any children. Hal had 5 children from his previous marriages.

Illness

In June 1998, Ketchum was diagnosed with a neurological disorder called acute transverse myelitis, an ailment of the spinal column, which left Ketchum without the use of the left side of his body.

On Sunday, April 14, 2019, Hal Ketchum’s wife, Andrea Ketchum, announced on his Facebook page that he is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and is no longer able to tour or perform.

“Dear friends and fans of Hal, this is Andrea, Hal’s wife. I know everyone is wondering why there are no future tour dates and speculations as to the reason.

“Our family would like to share the cause for this. Unfortunately, Hal is suffering from Alzheimer’s/ Dementia. He has been battling this for some time now, but because of his love for his fans, he continued performing as long as it was possible. Dementia is an exhausting and confusing illness and now it’s time for Hal to stay home with loved ones.

“Hal is otherwise healthy and happy, enjoying time with his family and friends. We all deeply appreciate how much love you all have for Hal and how much his music means to you!

“Also, a heartfelt thank you to all the incredible musicians that have joined him on this journey, with more than special love to Kenny Grimes, without whom, this last year of shows would not have been possible. Please know that I do read all of your comments to Hal and that we will continue to check in from time to time. Lots of love and appreciation to you all from Hal and the entire Ketchum family. ❤”

https://www.facebook.com/hal.ketchum.7/posts/1161371580714152

Hal Ketchum Death

Hal Ketchum died on November 23, 2020, at the age of 67. His passing was announced on his official Facebook page. His wife Andrea wrote: “With great sadness and grief we announce that Hal passed away peacefully last night (Monday, Nov. 23) at home due to complications of Dementia. May his music live on forever in your hearts and bring you peace.”

Cause of Death

Hal Ketchum’s cause of death was complications of Dementia.

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