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Dennis Ritchie Obituary
Brooklyn - Dennis M. Ritchie, 75, of Brooklyn, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2021. He was the son of John and Yvette (Martin) Ritchie of Brooklyn, CT. Dennis attended St. James School and Killingly High School.
After high school Dennis entered the Marine Corps. He worked at Rogers Corporation and then Cliff Green and Sons until his retirement. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Toni (Currier) (Chattelle), his son Brian and his wife Cynthia, grandchildren, Julia, Jarred, Jenny, and Jacob, a daughter Kathleen Ritchie, sister Joan Kowaleski of Fla., and Diane (Richard) Allen of Brooklyn.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 5-7 pm at Tillinghast Funeral Home, 433 Main St., Danielson. tillinghastfh.com
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Darlene Gannon
June 5, 2021
Dennis was one of the moments my mom enjoyed every Wednesday - having lunch at Hanks and catching up with each other. Our Wednesday lunches will not be the same, but we will remember the laughter and the “catching up”. Rest In Peace, Dennis. ❤
Steven Martin
May 29, 2021
Condolences and prayers to my Connecticut cousins. May the love of family and friends comfort you along with shared memories.
Lisa (Allen) Perreault
May 28, 2021
Uncle Dennis, you will be missed. My deepest sympathies to Aunt Toni, Brian and Kathleen as well as to the rest of the family.
Love you!
Carleen Green
May 28, 2021
So very sorry for your loss, Rich and myself always enjoyed time with Dennis, with are sympathy, prayers and God’s blessing Toni and Family.
Carleen and Rich
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