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Shelley Ritchie Obituary
Gene was born at Shawnee, Okla. to Shelley Lestus Ritchie and Pauline Lois Taylor, in 1937. He had many accomplishments; he worked for Union Oil and Tyson Foods. He belonged to the Big Sisters-Big Brothers program and was nominated for the Humanitarian of the Year award in 1994 and Hero of the Year award from Tyson in 2001. He volunteered his time to many events.
His love for country music led him to write numerous country music songs and skits. He is survived by his seven children; Colleen Dooms, Scott and Debbie Hincks. Mike and Diane Studer, Linda Greene, Art and Rebecca Lacey, Cathie Ritchie and Bryan Ritchie. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two brothers, two sisters and his first wife, Karen Ritchie Shoopack.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Diane Ritchie, a daughter, Brenda Sue Ritchie and a sister, Cecilia Heatley.
Memorial services will be at the First Church of the Nazarene, 16th Ave. in Nampa, on Tuesday, July 3, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Kohler Lawn, Nampa. Flowers may be sent to the First Church of the Nazarene.
The family asks that donations be made to Legacy Hospice, 680 S. Progress Ave., Ste. 2A, Meridian, ID 83642.
With loving gratitude to Nan Jorden.
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debbie hincks
June 26, 2008
Dad,we miss you so much,its been 1 year that us kids laid you to rest,not a single minute goes by that us kids dont think of you.You know you will always be in our hearts forever,we love and miss you so very much. Colleen,Debbie,Diane,Linda,Becky,Cathie ,bryan and of course your little buddy jacob. luv u 4ever
NORA LEE ROSALES
June 25, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Gene at Tyson. Gene always had a smile or a kind word for everybody, he was a very special man. It's been a year since he left this world and I still miss him
La Dene Lucier
July 2, 2007
Russ and I had the pleasure of working with Gene at Tyson. I have missed him greatly just not working with him and having our morning visits. His kindness and generosity will always be remembered and appreciated. Our thoughts and Prayers are with his family. May God Bless...
Peggy Birkinbine
June 29, 2007
We have a cabin in Round Valley next to Gene's. We became great friends at that time. We did so enjoy our times together and getting to know the family. Our childern and his were about the same age so that made it great fun for them to play together there.
I lost my husband Gary in 2004, and have thought often of the memories we all had up there.
May our Loving Heavenly Father comfort and watch over you all at this time. Peggy Birkinbine and family. Brad, Bryan and Brooke Boise, and Round Valley, ID
Rich Tuttle
June 28, 2007
I got to know Gene while working with him at the Tyson facility. He was an all around great guy, with a huge heart that helped people in so many ways when they needed it most. My family's thoughts and prayers go out to the Ritchie family during this trying time. Gene has left an honest positive mark on this earth and it was a pleasure to have known him.
Jim & Donna Fankboner
June 28, 2007
Jim and I worked with Gene at Tyson, as security officers. We will miss him very much. God be with his family at this time.
Alisha Morrison
June 28, 2007
Gene will be missed by many. He helped out others when ever he was able to do so. We all loved him in our own ways. I had the pleasure of working with him and going out for dinner he was a great friend.
Roger Dillon
June 28, 2007
I worked with Gene at Tyson Foods and he became a good friend of mine. I will miss him and God Bless him.
all seven children Ritchie
June 28, 2007
Dad,you will be missed deeply by all your family and friends. We have furfilled all your last wishes,Bryan will strum the G cord like you wanted on his guitar the day we lay you to rest,all of us children had that laua you wanted,and we will be going to cascade on wednesday.Dad,your airplane on top of the frig turned on shortly after and we knew at that moment you made it to heaven,you were always talking about your round trip ticket.we love and miss you so much dad.we send all our love,hugs,and kisses always.Colleen,Debbie,Diane,Linda,Becky,cathie and Bryan
Patricia Callaghan
June 27, 2007
I worked with Gene at Tyson Foods and enjoyed his sense of humor and the kindness he showed. I was glad to have met him. God Bless him.
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