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Alex Ritchie Obituary

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RITCHIE, Alex J. Age 19, of Huber Heights, passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 6, 2005 as a result of a car accident. Alex was a 2004 Graduate of Wayne High School, he was proud to be attending Sinclair Community College and employed at the YMCA in Huber Hts., and a member of the First United Methodist Church in Brookville. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Franklin Ritchie in 2000. Leaving to cherish his memory, are his parents, Joel F. and Diana L.; sisters, Paige V. & Taylor M.; maternal grandparents, Rita Petry, Don Petry & Karen, all of Brookville; paternal grandparents, Marjory & Richard Braumiller of Brookville; paternal great-grandmother, Margaret Shoemaker of Enon; girlfriend, Ashley Miner; aunts and uncles, Vickey Wilbanks, Linda & Dave Erb, Deborah & Lee Smith, Bonita & Kevin Wood, Eric & Sharon Ritchie, Maria & Dan Ellis and all their families, and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service 10:00 AM Saturday at the Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Hts. Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike. Pastor David Mack officiating. Internment Memorial Park Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5-8 PM. If desired memorial contributions may be made to Wayne Boosters in his memory.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Jun. 9, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Alex Ritchie

28 Entries

Ashley Miner

July 9, 2005

Babe,

I know you can't read this, but it makes me feel better knowing other people can. I miss you so much everyday, but yesterday especially. It just wasn't the same without you. I know things will slowly become "normal" again, but I will NEVER forget you. You are now and forever the love of my life, and I just hope you know that. May you rest in peace, and I hope you still love me as much today as you did 2 months ago. I love you forever and always.

Julie Back

June 29, 2005

Of all the people I've ever met, Alex was one of the most wonderful and caring. He was a great friend to me and to everyone he knew. I will continue to miss him everyday, but at the same time try to find comfort that he is with God now. It's all just so hard to understand. My prayers go out to his family, all his friends, and Ashley. I'll never forget the "sledding incident" Alex, I love and miss you!

Julie Back

Ashley Miner

June 27, 2005

To Alex's family: I just want you all to know how much I love you. You guys are like family, and the way that Alex's and my plans were going, it would have been official. I know you all are going through a really tough time, but I want you to know that you will always have me. Alex is gone, but you have me as a daughter too! I just want you to know that I loved him with all my heart, and I honestly believe we were meant to be together. I'll be praying for you! I love you!

MIKE CROUSE

June 20, 2005

ALEX AND MY SON STEPHEN ARE VERY CLOSE LIKE BROTHERS AND I KNEW ALEX VERY WELL HE WAS A VERY WELL RESPECFUL YOUNG MAN AND THAT IS HARD TO FIND, I KNOW MY SON MISSES HIM ALOT AND WILL NEVER FORGET HIM NOR WILL I REST IN PEACE ALEX WE ALL LOVE YOU!!!!

Stephen Crouse

June 16, 2005

Alex was like my brother, as far as we were concerned we were brothers, me alex and the rest of the fellas have more memories together than anyone can fathom, Alex Joel Ritchie: Rest In Peace brother you are greatly missed.

katie Young

June 13, 2005

Alex and i go way back to elementary school days. I am so greatful to of had him in my life and so many memories with him. I know God has a plan for everyone and everything happens for a reason, but I just can't figure out why God had to take such a wonderful friend away so soon. My heart cries out to his family as well as Ashley. I love Alex very much and he will never be forgotten.

Joanna Perretta

June 12, 2005

Alex was so loved and admired by all who knew him. He will never be forgotten. We are praying that your faith will keep you strong during this terrible time and that with this strength you will be able to live on and keep his memory alive. We love you all, Phil, Joanna, Rachel, PJ and Teresa Perretta

Amber Byler

June 12, 2005

Alex and I grew up together.. We attended Rushmore, Studebaker, and Wayne together.. Then, our very first college course at Sinclair, we had together. I am blessed to have so many memories of Alex! My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and all of the friends. I know Alex is looking down on us smiling with no regrets! We have a great guardian angel!! We love you, Alex!

Kourtney Wingett

June 11, 2005

Alex was a very good cousin. I could tell that he was a nice boy.Becase evryone talks nice and polite about him. No one will know the crash but the Lord. (I was Alexs second-cousin, and I'm 9 Years old)

Emily Nangle

June 11, 2005

Alex means a lot to so many people in the community, myself included. He had the ability to touch the lives of everyone he met. He was a great guy and will undoubtably be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless you all for being so strong.

Scott Powers

June 10, 2005

Alex was a very nice person to talk to when I did he was a great guy and he will be missed. I was very shocked to find out of his passing. To his family my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what it feels to suddenly lose a loved one so I understand what your going through.

Anne, Mike & Ty Tarchanin

June 10, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Susan Allen-Kleff

June 10, 2005

I am so very sorry for your loss! I don't know you but my son (Gary Allen)was a friend of Alex's and I wanted to extend our condolences for your family. May God bless you all & give you strength through this terrible time. My families thoughts & prayers are with you!!

nelson hale

June 10, 2005

Joel and Dianna,

WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS

MARSHA'S AND MY FEELINGS FOR YOU GUYS.ALEX WAS A TERRIFIC KID AND A GOOD PERSON.

YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

NELSON,MARSHA AND JUSTIN HALE

Sara Bo

June 10, 2005

Alex I am so blessed to have had you in my life. You are a wonderful person and you'll be with me always. I miss you and love you.

Bonnie Trachsel

June 10, 2005

Our hearts and love are with each of you.Always remember: The Lord

says,"I can never forget you.I have written your name on the palms of my hands."Isaiah 49:16(TEV)

The Goodpaster Cousins

Elizabeth Purvis

June 9, 2005

To The Whole Ritchie Family, I want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers every minute of every day. Alex was a wonderful guy, who I have known since we were little kids in elementary school. Growing up with Alex has been a pleasure, and he has touched my life in so many ways. Just remember Alex is an Angel watching over you now. My deepest condolences to all of you.

The Butterly Family

June 9, 2005

Joel,Diane,Paige & Taylor- Our deepest sympathy to your family. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. Alex truly was a great person and someone to be proud of.

Joy Taylor

June 9, 2005

Diana and family:

Our family grieves for yours. We knew you through Devin and Alex playing football at Wayne. Devin has so many fond memories of Alex as do I of how proud you were of him. You beamed every time you spoke of him. God has a very special young man in heaven with him. We will all miss Alex terribly especially the many lives he personally touched. May God help heal your heart and may you always feel Alex close to you.

Deepest sympathy and many prayers,

Joy Taylor

Devin Taylor

Shelly Carr

June 9, 2005

Alex touched so many lives and those who knew him will always remember him as a caring person who had a great appreciation for life and those he loved. He was a wonderful friend to Sarah. May God bless you with strength and peace.

linda smith-maloy

June 9, 2005

Diana: I haven't seen you in quit awhile but seen what happened on the news. There are no words that I can say and will make this any easier but just wanted you and the family to know that my thoughts are with you. May God watch over all of you and help substain you in the coming days. Linda

Lucy Allen

June 9, 2005

So sorry.

Rachel Vincent

June 9, 2005

I know I can't understand the sorrow that you're feeling and there's nothing I can do or say to take away the pain. I just want you to know that Alex was a true role model in so many ways and a hero for our little boys to want to grow and be like him. Be proud that he's touched so many lives in ways that will never be forgotten. The love and support of a wonderful family shown through in all that he did. My prayers are with you all always.

Diana Boehringer/Richardson

June 9, 2005

No farewell words were spoken, no time to say good-bye, you were gone before we knew it and only God knows why.

No words can express my sympathy.

Love always.

Sarah Carr

June 9, 2005

Alex,you were a very speacial person to me, I've been blessed to have had you in my life. No one will ever forget you and the impact you had on their lives.

Renee Nevels

June 9, 2005

Diana and family its hard to even have the words to say. I pray for your whole entire family in this time of grief and sorrow. Remember God has a plan for all of us in life. Even though it is hard to understand sometimes. Look to him for comfort in your time of need. If there is anything we can do for your family please do not hesitate to ask.

Tyler Ehlers

June 9, 2005

Alex, You were a great person and will be deeply missed.

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