Carol A. Ritchey

I was very sorry to hear about Carol's passing. She was a kind person and an awesome drummer. She was admired. I was in the Melodiers with her long ago. She is now marching in God's band. Veronica Otremba (Marranca)

I too, was a member of the Melodiers Drum & Bugle Corps with Carol. When I joined, I was put in the drum line where all drummers start, on cymbals. Carol was already our lead snare drummer. I was amazed by her talent. It took me a minute to realize I wanted to be her. I asked her what I had to do and she smiled. "Work hard, then, play hard" I did. As I progressed, she had no problem correcting me. After she left, I became lead drummer. I still am drumming today with Mighty St...

I was a member of Melodiers Drum Corps with Carol many years ago. I remember her as a dedicated and talented member who was great fun to be around. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to her family and loved ones.

My condolances to the family. We were very close friends growing up in Lackawanna in the good ole days ........ My prayers go out to the family . JoAnn ( Josie) Rimo-Snead

Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. I knew Carol from long ago. We were in Drum Corp together and she was an awesome drummer! Always had a 'smart aleck' remark for everything and that would send me into laughing jags!! She was one in a million!

Carol was my friend my advisor and my teacher....she was one in a million. I will miss her dearly.

Carol was my dearest friend. I miss her so much already. We shared so much together that I can't imagine not having her in my life any longer. I will cherish the memories we had forever. She was the most caring wonderul person I have ever known and I could never find another friend like Carol. No one could ever or will ever replace her in my heart.

Dear family and friends of Carol,
I've known Carol as a neighbor and friend for many years. I got to know her family well over the years. My heart goes out to all of you, espicially Dave, Sue and Tara as well as the rest of the family. I believe Carol is finally resting comfortably with the Lord.
Sheila Cahoon

I wish to extend my deepest condolences to the family. Carol was such a dear person to know. She will be missed.