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Christopher D.
Ritchey
Christopher David Ritchey,
29 of University Heights, formerly of
Lorain died Thursday,
December 3, 2009 at The
Cleveland Clinic
following a short illness.
Chris was born in Lorain on August 21, 1980. He is survived by his
loving and devoted wife Angela M. (nee Lombardi) Ritchey, who was also his
high school sweetheart. He was a 1999 graduate of
Lorain Catholic High School and received a
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from
Cleveland Institute of Art in 2006.
He was employed as an Art Director at Wyse Advertising in Cleveland
for the last 3 years. He has been recognized both locally and nationally
for his artistic talent.
Chris enjoyed soccer, hunting, and 4 wheeling.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his parents Ernest L. and
Loraine (nee Gabbey) Ritchey of Lorain., sister Nikki D (Jim)
Beres of Lorain,
maternal grandmother Janet Gabbey of Lorain, father-in-law and
mother-in-law Timothy and Susan Lombardi of Lorain, uncle Kenneth Ritchey
of Lorain, nephew Gavin Beres of Lorain and sister-in-law Allison
Lombardi of Lorain.
Friends may call Sunday,
December 6, 2009 from 2-7 p.m. in the Schwartz, Spence, Boyer &
Cool Home For Funerals,
1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday,
December 7, 2009 in
St. Mary Church, 8th and Reid Aves, Lorain, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev.
Daniel O. Divis, pastor, officiating.
Burial is private.
For those who wish, donations can be made to, "The Louis Pena
Benefit" at First Federal Savings and Loan of Lorain. Louis is a family
friend who is currently fighting a battle similar to Chris'.
CONDOLENCES
From: The Snodgrass family
Relation: friend
Our deepest sympathies to the Ritchey and Lombardi families. We will keep
you in our prayers.
Craig & Wendy Snodgrass
From: The Burns family
Relation: friend
Our family was shocked and saddened to hear that Chris had passed away.
Please accept our sincerest condolences at this very difficult time. We
will not be able to attend services due to an out of town family funeral,
but your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
From: Melissa Goodell
Relation: friend
Angela and family- I am so saddened by your loss.. My thoughts and prayers
are with your family.
From: Adam Mercurio
Relation: Friend This was truly a sad day for all. To Angela, and the
rest of Chris's family may you find light and comfort in these dark times.
My family has you all in their thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies
are with you. God Bless
Adam (Merc), Kelley and Addison Mercurio From: Meena
Ghaziasgar
Relation: Friend Our deepest
sympathies to Angela and the Ritchey and Lombardi families. May you find the
strength and grace to endure this difficult time. You will be in our
thoughts. Meena Ghaziasgar (LC Class of '99) & Nathan Stambaugh
From: Diane Sanborn Crumley
Relation: Friend
Angela and Family,
Our deepest condolences in your loss of Chris. May you find joy in all of
the good memories of you and Chris and knowing Chris is in your heart each
day.
Diane & Kyle Crumley
From: Muley
Relation: Friend
Words can not express my feelings on the passing of Chris. My thoughts,
prayers and love go out at this time to the Ritchey and Lombardi families.
R.I.P. Chris.
From: Meghan Mahony Kourt
Relation: Friend
Dear Angela and Families -
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Chris was a wonderful person and will
be truly missed. Take care of yourselves during these hard times. Your
family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
From: Armand Eusanio
Relation: Friend
Dear Angela and Ritchey family,
May you find continued strength and courage through this difficult time. My
thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with you.
Sincerely,
Armand Eusanio
From: Bev Breehne
Relation: friend
Dear Angela and family,
Angela, you don't know me, but I am well aware of your journey with your
beloved Chris after discussions with your mom. Please know that you are in
my thoughts and prayers during this time. My heart also goes out to Chris's
parents. I have a son the same age and I can't even imagine what you are all
going through.
Blessings,
Bev Breehne
Lorain National Bank
From: Deb Gelenius
Relation: Friend
Dear Angela, Sue and Tim,
I am writing with my deepest sympathy in the loss of Chris. You
are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry that I was not able to come pay
my respects. I was volunteering for the Metro Parks and the person that was
to relieve me did not come. May the Lord give you strength to help you
through this most difficult time. In friendship and sympathy, Your St.
Mary's friend, DEB Gelenius xo
From: Alexis Glowacki Lathrop
Relation: Friend
Ritchey Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Christopher was a wonderful person
and always full of surprises. I have so many fond memories of him. He will
be truly missed. Love and prayers to you all. May God speed.
Alexis, David, and Logan Lathrop (Glowacki)
From: Shannon Kaiser-Jewell
Relation: Loraine
I was so saddened to learn from Kathy Whitmore about your terrible loss.
You, your family and Chris are in my prayers. May God give you healing
love.
From: Cindy Waters
Relation: Friend
Dear Family,
I'm sending my deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of you. I did not know
Chris personally and only pray that his family will find peace and comfort
knowing he is no longer suffering and we will all meet again someday to
share in happiness. I'm not sure why God takes the young ones.. I'm sure I
will never figure it out-other than he knows what he is doing.
Blessings to all of you,
Cindy Waters
LNB
From: Matt DeCapua
Relation: friend
Mr. and Mrs. Ritchey and family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss of Chris. I know how much you cared
about your son as I always talked you at soccer games. I am sure god needed
a leader, someone to wear a captains band in heaven on his arm. Please find
strength in this difficult time. My sympathies to you,
Matt DeCapua
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