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Genevieve Ritchason Obituary
After retiring from Motorola, with 25 years of service, she
became very active in volunteer work. She served as Senior Liason for the Greater Cardunal Community Paint-a-ton, 1997 Senior Council President of the Dundee Township Park District Senior Citizens Center and a board member for the United Way. She shared her love of quilting and sewing with those around her. She was a foster
parent to 35 children and "Mom" to all. Her generous loving spirit will be missed.
Gerri is survived by her
husband Omer of 62 years, one sister Kathy Wolfe, four children: Lonnie (Liz) Ritchason, Linda (Chuck Jesse) Cozza, Beth (Robert) Stakes, and Rick Ritchason. Six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and Eddie, Frank and Will Zieche (and families).
She was preceded by her
parents, a sister, two brothers and a grandchild. Funeral service will be Noon Saturday,
February 10, 2007 at the Miller Funeral Home, 504 W. Main St. West Dundee. Interment will be at Dundee Twp. East Cemetery. Visitation will be held from
10 AM Saturday morning until the time of service.
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Memories and Condolences
for Genevieve Ritchason
Wendy Farmer
May 25, 2007
Rick...I was thinking about you today and hoping that you are doing alright. Although it is hard to lose those that we love, we know that we wouldn't want them to suffer, and thank God for his mercies. As the days go by think of your Mum in happier times, times when you laughed and enjoyed each other's company, and know that she loved you with all of her heart.
Lots of Love
Wendy
Cindy, Dennis and Kim Gatza
February 14, 2007
Dear Ritchason Family,
We send our deepest sympathy to you all. I know all to well the heaviness you have in your hearts right now. I hope you can take comfort in all the wonderful memories you have. I never had the pleasure of meeting your mother but as I heard you speak at the service, it was very evident to me she was a wonderful woman. One who touched everyone she came in contact with. Rick I will keep you in my prayers. Just call if you need anything or just need to talk.
Michelle Daniels
February 9, 2007
To Rick & the rest of the family,
My heart goes out to each of you, I know how hard this must be on all you to lose a family member, Gerri was always sweet to me & I heard so many wonderful things about her, I hope all her kindness and goodness that she has shown and done will help all you through this terrible time.
Rick if you need anything, I will always be here for you, as I know so will the rest of my family.
I love you dearly
Ken & Gail Goodman
February 9, 2007
Dear Rick,
We were very sorry to hear about your mom. Stacey had always talked about you and your mom and want you to know that our thoughts are with you. Even though we haven't met yet, we feel strongly that if you are such a dear friend to our niece, you are also a special part of our lives. Thank you for all you have done and you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Kenny & Aunt Gail
Stacey Trost
February 9, 2007
Dear Rick and family,
Words can't express how saddened I am by the loss of your mom. She has been a part of my life for so many years, and had opened her heart and home to me as part of the family. She was always able to make me smile and laugh. And I will never forget all the fun times we had together. She watched my boys grow up, and was always proud of their accomplishments, as she was yours. I don't think I have ever seen a mom so proud of her son. Her eyes lit up everytime your name was mentioned, and I could see how much she loved you. She will be deeply missed, but will always live in my heart as the most wonderful, kindest, sweetest and generous person I have ever met. My world was a better place with her in my life, and I know that she will always be watching over us. I love you Rick, and hope and pray that you are able to get through this and remember all the good times. Take care and please know that I am always here if you should ever need me.
Love Always, Stacey
Becky McDowell
February 9, 2007
To Rick and entire family:
I wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Rick you are a special person so I know that your mother was as well. Just remember if you need anything, I'm always here for you. You and your family are in my prayers and my heart.
With all my love, Becky, Mike, Brittany, Rachelle McDowell and Mom Curtis... We Love you Rick
Dee Ritchason
February 9, 2007
Uncle Rocky, Lonnie, Linda, Beth Ann, Ricky & Family,
We want to express our love and heart-felt sympathy to each of you. We know that you are comforted in knowing that Aunt Gerri's pain has ended. We visited her several weeks ago at Sherman and even in her awful pain she was able to show her love for family. When we asked how long she'd been in the hospital, her personality was still intact.
Aunt Gerri had such a giving heart, a can-do attitude, a great sense of humor and a loving spirit. We are thankful that she was our Aunt. We, too, will miss her.
With our love and prayers,
Gary & Dee Ritchason
Beth Ritchason
February 8, 2007
To Rocky, Linda, Beth, Rick and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your warm, generous and charismatic Wife and Mom (our Aunt) Gerri.
Our family will always remember her as a person who was cheerful, thoughtul and filled with love of life and love for others. How many lives have been touched by her work, volunteerism, and especially her foster care, will never be known. What is known is that she most assuredly affected others in a positive way, and a chain reaction of goodness and love will forever emanate in the world through those whose lives she touched.
A very wonderful person - our loss, heaven's gain.
Goodbye, sweet Aunt Gerri
Love to all,
Terry and Beth Ritchason and family
Beth Ritchason
February 8, 2007
To Rocky, Linda, Beth, Rick and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your warm, generous and charismatic Wife and Mom (our Aunt) Gerri.
Our family will always remember her as a person who was cheerful, thoughtul and filled with love of life and love for others. How many lives have been touched by her work, volunteerism, and especially her foster care, will never be known. What is known is that she most assuredly affected others in a positive way, and a chain reaction of goodness and love will forever emenate in the world through those whose lives she touched.
A very wonderful person - our loss, heaven's gain.
Goodbye, sweet Aunt Gerri
Love to all,
Terry and Beth Ritchason and family
Kathy Baker
February 8, 2007
I worked with Gerri at Reid. She was one of the nicest people I have ever known. My life is much greater for her being in it. My sympathies are with all her family. She will be missed.
Lynn & Nancy Petersen
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy at this time I cannot be with you. Love always.
Wendy Farmer
February 7, 2007
Rick
Scott and I would like to send our love and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. We are thinking of you and praying for peace for your Mum.
We love you lots.
Wendy and Scott
Bud & Joyce Daniels
February 7, 2007
Ritchason Family
Take comfort in knowing that you now have a special Guardian angel to watch over each and every one of you. And as time passes and you try to get back to your normal routine I hope you continue to feel comfort
from all the love and support from all your family and friends. We are sending our deepest sympathy to the whole family. Especially "Rick"..
Bud & Joyce Daniels
Gerald Corriveau-former dchs
February 7, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My your faith carry you thru these difficult times.
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