Eddie Dean Ritchie

Eddie Dean Ritchie, age 72, of Helmer, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at his residence.  Mr. Ritchie was born in Hardburly, Kentucky on September 1, 1947 to the late Rufus and Rosa (Napier) Ritchie. He honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He married Nadine Allen on October 8, 1966 in Wise, Virginia. Eddie loved Jesus, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He loved being out in the woods and mountains. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him.

Survivors include:
Wife, Nadine Ritchie of Helmer.
Daughter, Sharon Hunter of South Bend.
Son, Dwayne Ritchie of LaGrange.
Daughter, Joanna and Chris Spaw of Hamilton.
Five grandchildren including Andrea Ritchie of Avilla, Elizabeth Burkhead of Albion, Monica Spaw of Fort Wayne, Heather Spaw of Fort Wayne, and Clayton Spaw of Hamilton.
Two great grandchildren Charlotte Burkhead of Albion and Christian Ritchie of Avilla.
Sister, Drucilla Gervais of Chicago.
Sister, Lillie Gutt of Jackson, Kentucky.
Sister, Polly Deaton of Frankfort, Kentucky.
Sister, Mary and Kelly Williamson of Howe.
Brother, Andy Ritchie of LaOtto.
Brother, Leburn Ritchie of Jackson, Kentucky.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Cecil Ritchie, James Ritchie, Robert “Bobby” Ritchie; sister, Ada Pearl McQuinn; half-sister, Maggie Slone.

No visitation or services held.

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