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Dorothy Ritchie Obituary
Born in Meriden on Jan. 20, 1927, she was the daughter of the late James and Lillian (Galayda) Reynolds. She was employed by Thompson Candy Company, and Silver City Glass Company, both of Meriden. Dorothy was a parishioner of St. Joseph Church and a member of the Meriden Senior Center. She was a prolific athlete in her youth and enjoyed swimming, even into her golden years.
She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Walker and her husband, Kenneth Jr., of Waterbury; a son, George Ritchie Jr., and his wife, Christine, of Meriden; three grandchildren, Ryan Walker, Derrick Ritchie, and Caitlin Green; two great-grandchildren, Braden and Dillon Walker; and one sister, Janet Gardener and her husband, Maxwell, of Wallingford. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend a graveside service to be held on Saturday, April 8, at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden, CT 06450. For online condolences please visit www.jferryfh.com.
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Susan Rollins
April 16, 2017
This hurt my heart. Loved your Mom George and Pat ... many fond memories are floating in my thoughts. God bless and comfort you.
Craig Rollins
April 15, 2017
George and Patty, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. I'm sending you a hug from afar. We always loved her and remember her fondly from when we were all kids.
Bonnie Galayda
April 8, 2017
Dear Janet, Patty, George and extended loved ones, Wishing I were there in person to convey my deepest sympathies to each of you. Your Mom's/Sisster's sense of humor and passion for adventure, whether through travel or seeking out the fun and joy of celebrating birthdays (one I remember her telling me about very well) characterize only part of her larger spirit which lives on. But today, I miss her and mourn her loss with you. In sorrow and sympathy, Bonnie Galayda
Barbara Disbrow
April 6, 2017
Patty and the entire Ritchie family,
I want to extend my deepest condolences to you for the loss of your mother.
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