Korey Ketola 63, of St Marys, GA passed away peacefully on Sunday Sept 29, 2024 at the Senior Care Center in historic downtown St Marys.

Korey was born in Minneapolis MN to Rebecca Seigel (deceased) and Bruce Ketola .

Korey is survived by his father Bruce Ketola (Margaret Ketola) , who resides in Flagstaff Arizona. his sister Tonya (Toni) Norris (David Norris) of St Marys GA, Son Kristopher Ketola (Heidi and son Kaleb) of St Marys GA, daughter Kelli Ketola (son Davin) of Jacksonville FL.

Korey grew up in northern Minnesota on Rainy Lake enjoying fishing, hunting, boating and a variety of outdoor activities with life-long best friend David Plummer (Chisago, MN). In 1982 Korey set out for service in the US Navy. He entered boot camp training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes IL. Korey  moved forward with his Naval career volunteering  for submarine service. He was stationed at Kings Bay in 1991 where he grew his family with Debra Collins.(Jacksonville FL) son Kristopher and daughter Kelli. After 30 years of Naval Service, Korey retired in 2012. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in June of 2012. Korey struggled with Parkinson's and later developed dementia from the effects of Parkinson's. Sister Toni and brother in law /best friend David Norris cared for Korey in his home from Feb 2017 to Oct  2023 when Korey went to Lakes Crossing assisted living, Kingsland Ga. Being one of the youngest residents, Korey made many friends at Lakes Crossing. He would be seen dancing to music, helping other residents and would light up a room with his smile. Korey transitioned to the Senior Care Center St Marys in August of 2024. As was Koreys way,  not to draw attention to himself, he passed quietly and comfortably in the early evening of Sunday September 29, 2024 Relieved of pain, confusion, and loss of cognitivity, he is now at peace with our Lord. He will be dearly missed by many family, friends and the Naval community.

Fair Winds and Following Seas - brother we have the watch.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Allison Memorial Chapel.

Allison Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.