Pauline Jewett Kettenring, age 95, was peacefully welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Her long and faithful life was a testament to the love of Christ, which she was motivated to share with her family and everyone she knew.

Born in Rochester, Ohio, on August 3, 1929, Pauline was the beloved daughter of Paul and Helen Jewett. She was preceded in death by her siblings Elaine Alice Jewett Lamb, Allen Jewett, and Vivian Naomi Wilson. She is survived by her younger brother, Phil Jewett (Ruth Ann).

Pauline was united in marriage to Reverend Joel Sanborn Kettenring, and together they shared 65 years of life and ministry. Their partnership was rooted in faith, service, and love. Side by side, they pastored churches, mentored believers, and traveled for missions, blessing congregations across Tennessee, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Jamaica, and Ohio. Pauline's steadfast faith complemented Joel's calling in every way.

Pauline was known especially for her hospitality, ministry creativity, and music. As a gifted vocalist, she expressed her love for Christ through music. Her recorded albums, Submission and Reality, reflected her devotion and calling.

She is survived by her four children and their spouses:

Kenneth J. Kettering (Cristy) of Beavercreek, OH

Keith A. Kettenring (Rhonda) of Ooltewah, TN

Kristine E. Winkler (Pete) of Ooltewah, TN

Kevin P. Kettenring (Stephanie) of Ringgold, GA

She was lovingly known as "Grandma K" to eleven grandchildren: Leah Kettering Sparling (Philip), Kyle Kettering (Mary), Emily Luikart (Paul), Krista Thobe (Mark), Allison Pettit (Nelson), Tyler Kettering (Ali), Nathanael Kettenring, Erin Riley (Ross), Jenna Hazelet (Brian), Meredith Vandiver (Makenzie), and Noah Kettenring.

She was also the proud great-grandmother of 29 great-grandchildren, each one a blessing whom she dearly loved and faithfully prayed for.

A celebration of Pauline's life will be held on Tuesday, April 8 at First Baptist Church of Wellington, OH. The viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m.. Burial will follow at Brighton Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather to honor the beautiful legacy of Pauline.