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Edward Ritch Obituary
Edward Joseph Ritch, 70, passed away on November 12th, 2025 at Creekside Care Center. Edward and his wife, Robbin G. Ritch, shared twenty-one years together. He was born in Peninsula, Ohio to Daniel and Elizabeth Ritch. Edward served in the United States Navy for four years and retired from Amazon in 2022.
He was a member of East Side Grace Church and enjoyed classic rock music, sports, and cooking. He loved helping in the church's food pantry. Edward is survived by his wife, Robbin, his son, Sean, three step-children, Christopher, Matthew, and Leslie, and nine grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on November 21st, 2025 at East Side Grace Church; 7510 E. Broad Street, Blacklick, Ohio at 3:00PM.
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Upcoming Events
Nov
21
Memorial service
3:00 p.m.
East Side Grace Church
7510 East Broad Street, Blacklick, OH 43004
Send FlowersServices provided by
Newcomer Funeral Home - Northeast Chapel - ColumbusOnly 19 hours left for delivery to next service.