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1957
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2015
Karen Ritchie Obituary
WARREN - On June 8th, 2015 at 6:14pm Karen L. Ritchie, 58, passed away at Umass Memorial Medical Center due to complication from illness. She is survived by her beloved husband of 35 years, Thomas Grimes, (Mugsy her beloved dog) daughter Leanna Lewis & husband Jason Lewis, grandsons Landon & Connor Lewis, daughter Alesia Grimes & fiancee John Paul Mejia, granddaughters Ceidy & Mayla Mejia, brothers Brad Ritchie & wife Karen Ritchie, Robert Ritchie, & Francis Ritchie, sisters Cheryl Knowlton (Ritchie) & husband Kirk Knowlton, Shirley Oleary & Eileen Karmek, many nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles. Growing up she was a member of the 4H club, enjoyed horse back riding, raising rabbits and sailing. She loved animals. She enjoyed reading, painting, & arts and crafts. She had a heart of gold & loved helping anyone she could. At the time of her passing she was surrounded by loved ones. There will be a private memorial service at her home in Warren, MA.
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Fran Ritchie
June 16, 2015
I'm going to miss you sis but you're at peace now.
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alesia grimes
June 11, 2015
I love you mom i am so proud that i had you as my mom. I would not be the person i am today if it was not for your guidance and love
Kristin Bergeron
June 10, 2015
Karen & Brad - Sorry for your loss, may God be with you at this time of need, and may your sister rest in peace.
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