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Irene Ritchie Obituary

Irene Laura Ritchie passed away February 20th, 2023 at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital at the age of 76. Irene was born to William and Grace Richards growing up in Weehawken, NJ. Irene worked for most of her working career in the Birthplace at Rockdale Hospital. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and dear friend to many. She is survived by her husband, William Ritchie, as well as her sons Larry and David Balkin, her grandchildren Kaylee Balkin, Drake Matthews, Elizabeth Matthews, son-in-law Chad Matthews, daughters-in-law Amy Balkin and Ana Lorena Balkin, brother William Richards and sister-in-law Jane Richards. Irene will be laid to rest at Honey Creek Woodlands at The Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA. She was a beautiful soul and will be remembered for the love and happiness she brought to so many.

Rest in peace, Mom. We love you.

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Published by Rockdale Citizen from Mar. 1 to Mar. 2, 2023.

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