Ethel L. Ritchie, 80, of Elkton, MD passed away Monday, September 1, 2014. Born December 24, 1933 in Lincoln County, Mississippi, Ethel was the daughter of the late, Leslie O. Hart and Edna Tillman. She worked as a secretary at Local 80 Pipe Fitters and retired as a secretary from Delaware City Oil Refinery whereContinue Reading
Ethel L. Ritchie, 80, of Elkton, MD passed away Monday, September 1, 2014.
Born December 24, 1933 in Lincoln County, Mississippi, Ethel was the daughter of the late, Leslie O. Hart and Edna Tillman. She worked as a secretary at Local 80 Pipe Fitters and retired as a secretary from Delaware City Oil Refinery where she was loved by the crew and made many lifelong friends. Ethel was a member of the Delaware City M&C Club. She was a HUGE Elvis fan. She also enjoyed bowling, dining out, going to the movies, traveling and cooking. Everyone loved her cooking; she enjoyed making holiday dinners for her family and party dishes for her friends.
Ethel is survived by her two sons, Joseph Ritchie and his wife, Tina of New Castle, DE and Darrell Ritchie and his wife, Marilyn of New Castle, DE; two daughters, Leslie Murin and her husband, Kelly or Elkton, MD and Renee Smith of Summit, MS; seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Joseph Ritchie and her later partner, Jesse Wooleyhan.
A family gathering will be held at the home of her daughter, Leslie Murin on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. All friends and family are welcome.
Shannon Goad and family
left a message on September 9, 2014:
Mom-mom, you were truly loved and will be dearly missed. Keep on dancing into heaven!!!
Melissa McCafferty
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Tillie was a true friend and mentor to me. I loved her so and will miss her terribly. I will always hold a special place for her in my heart. My prayers are with the entire family that they may find peace. Till we meet again, Tillie.
Donna Perillo D'Onofrio
left a message on September 7, 2014:
So sorry for the loss of your mom Les and family Our thoughts and prayers are with all
James Cara
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Your loss is felt here. A gorgeous photo. Must be where you got your good looks.
Lou Ann Wilson
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Leslie, Condolences to you and your family. So sad to hear of your mom's passing.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Linda A. Kennedy
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Thoughts & Prayers to you and your Family Les, may you find comfort in the good memories.
cyndi/glen ivey
left a message on September 5, 2014:
To the Ritchie family I will not forget her Banana pudding it was delicious along with all they other dishes he made. Also always great chats about this and that, Tillie had a ear for listing.Tillie you will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all at this time of sorrow.
Sandra Hildebrand Wolfe and on behalf of the Hildebrand Family f
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Sending sincere condolences on the loss of your beautiful mother.
Lisa Manners and Family
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Our prayers are with you. May you find comfort knowing that she is in the Arms of the Angels. God Speed
Tina Ciafre Ritchie
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Tina Ciafre Ritchie
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Rest in peace Mom Tillie ~ You are so loved and will be missed by all of us Tritchie , Tina and family
left a message:
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Shannon Goad and family
left a message on September 9, 2014:
Mom-mom, you were truly loved and will be dearly missed. Keep on dancing into heaven!!!
Melissa McCafferty
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Tillie was a true friend and mentor to me. I loved her so and will miss her terribly. I will always hold a special place for her in my heart. My prayers are with the entire family that they may find peace. Till we meet again, Tillie.
Donna Perillo D'Onofrio
left a message on September 7, 2014:
So sorry for the loss of your mom Les and family Our thoughts and prayers are with all
James Cara
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Your loss is felt here. A gorgeous photo. Must be where you got your good looks.
Lou Ann Wilson
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Leslie, Condolences to you and your family. So sad to hear of your mom's passing.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Linda A. Kennedy
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Thoughts & Prayers to you and your Family Les, may you find comfort in the good memories.
cyndi/glen ivey
left a message on September 5, 2014:
To the Ritchie family I will not forget her Banana pudding it was delicious along with all they other dishes he made. Also always great chats about this and that, Tillie had a ear for listing.Tillie you will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all at this time of sorrow.
Sandra Hildebrand Wolfe and on behalf of the Hildebrand Family f
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Sending sincere condolences on the loss of your beautiful mother.
Lisa Manners and Family
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Our prayers are with you. May you find comfort knowing that she is in the Arms of the Angels. God Speed
Tina Ciafre Ritchie
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Tina Ciafre Ritchie
left a message on September 5, 2014:
Rest in peace Mom Tillie ~ You are so loved and will be missed by all of us Tritchie , Tina and family
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