Dr. Grace Marie Ketterman (1926-2021) - Author, Medical Director, Medical Doctor, Psychiatrist. Grace was born the 6th of seven children to Elizabeth (Winey) and Titus Horst, in Harvey County, Kansas on September 11, 1926. Grace's entire family, along with any grandparents or guests who happened to be there, gathered together every morning in the living room for family devotions. Her father, Titus read wisdom from the Bible and prayed for all.
After she graduated from high school, she attended two different colleges. One in Bethany, Oklahoma and one in Lawrence, Kansas to obtain her medical degree. She was one of 5 women in her Medical School graduating class of 1952. She received an award as an outstanding intern at the Menorah Hospital in Kansas City when she completed her work there and accepted a position as an assistant director of public health in Kansas City, KS. Then she was practicing pediatrics in Ruskin Heights, a postwar neighborhood in south Kansas City, MO when the terrible tornado roared through in 1957. She later obtained her degree in psychiatry. Early in her practice she became the Medical Director of the Florence Crittenton Center for Unwed Mothers and the Director of the Crittenton Center in Kansas City, a residential home for troubled children, serving for more than 20 years. She counseled privately in the 199o's, at her downtown office which was in the Country Club Plaza, an upscale shopping district. She authored more than 30 books, was a guest on Dr. James Dobson's radio program (see links below to a couple of recorded ones) and lectured at the Nazarene Theological Seminary. She wasn't above praying for her patients either.
Not only was Dr. Grace a busy doctor, but she was also a wife and mother. She married Dr. Herbert L. Ketterman (1926-2002) on 2 September 1950 and in the following years they had three children, two girls and a boy. Her children were the light of her life.
She passed peacefully away at her home in Leewood, Johnson County, Kansas at the age of 94.
More to Read:
1. Ketterman Family History. By Luther Clay Ketterman.
2. "Activities of Members." Journal of the Kansas Medical Society. By Kansas Medical Society. Topeka, KS. 1953. p. 484. Internet Archive.
3. Caught Ever After: Children of the Ruskin Heights Tornado. By Carolyn Glenn Brewer.
4. Caught in the Path: The Fury of a Tornado. The Rebirth of a Community. By Carolyn Glenn Brewer.
5. "A Forgotten Monster - The Ruskin Heights F5 Tornado." By Meteocube. 3 Mar 2024. YouTube.
6."Kansas City, MO. (NAE)" Women's Fellowship of NAE. The Brethren Evangelist, Ashland, OH, 1970. Internet Archive.
7. "The Father - More Than a Biological Necessity." By Rev. Truman Dollar and Dr. Grace Ketterman. Advent Christian Witness to the World. By Advent Christian General Conference of America. 1980. pp. 10-13. Internet Archives.
8. "A Nov. 5 Trial Date was set Monday for..." US News, Olathe, Kan. 10 Sept 1984.
9. Biographical Directory: Fellows and Members of the American Psychiatric Association. 1989 edition. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Association, 1989. American Psychiatric Press, Washington, DC.
10. Dr. Grace's First Obituary
11. Grace's Husband's obituary
12. Findagrave Memorial #
Places to Visit:
1. Clark-Ketterman Athletic Field Park, 8049 E. 107th Street (east of Blue Ridge Blvd), Hickman Mills, South Kansas City, MO. Named for medical practice partners, Dr. Howard Clark & Grace's husband, Dr. Herbert L. Ketterman. Established in 1967. Has a tennis court, baseball field, playground and a picnic shelter.
2. Highland Cemetery, Newton, Harvey County, KS, USA
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You can find many of these books on the Internet Archives Open Library website. If they aren't available there, some may be found on World Cat library as loaners. The two shown here are in my home library.
Some of Dr. Grace's books:
199 Questions Parents Ask.
A Circle of Love: How You Can Nurture Creative, Caring, and Close-Knit Parent-Child Relationships.
Before and After the Wedding Night.
Call Me Blessed: Becoming a Mother of Honor
The Complete Book of Baby and Child Care for Christian Parents. 1981.
Depression Hits Every Family
Don't Give In, Give Choices: Winning Your Child's Cooperation
Fathering: A Practical Guide for Dads
Family Matters Handbook: Expert Advice on Developing the Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Well-Being of Your Children
How to Teach Your Child About Sex. 1981.
Ketterman on Kids: Answers to the Questions Parents Ask Most.
Book 1 in the Framing Better Families Series
Marriage: First Things First
Mothering: An Expert's Guide to Succeeding In Your Most Important Role.
Mothering: The Complete Guide for Mothers of All Ages
Parenting the Difficult Child.
Preparing for Parenthood
Real Solutions for Caring for Your Elderly Parent
Surviving the Darkness
Teaching Your Child About Sex: An Essential Guide for Parents.
Teenage Rebellion. 1979
Verbal Abuse: Healing the Hidden Wound
When You Can't Say "I Forgive You:" Breaking the Bonds of Anger and Hurt.
When You Feel Like Screaming!: Help for Frustrated Mothers.
You and Your Child's Problems: How to Understand and Solve Them. 1983.
2014 and 2017. Radio Broadcast with Dr. James Dobson - When You Feel Like Screaming, Part 1, by Pat Holt and Dr. Grace
2017. Radio Broadcast with Dr. James Dobson - When You Feel Like Screaming, Part 2
Personal Note:
A nurse who attended our church mentioned she had worked in Dr. Grace's office when she practiced in Ruskin Heights during the 1957 tornado.
During the mid-1990's, Dr. Grace and I shared a primary physician, Dr. Sharon Prohaska (1952-2006).
I introduced Dr. Grace to a parent's meeting in our son's public elementary school one evening and afterwards, they held a book signing. She autographed our copy of her book "When You Feel Like Screaming!" (see book above) I'm grateful for her kindness and wisdom in counseling with our family during a very stressful time in our lives.
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