Clarence Russell Ritchie
Visitation from MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home on Thursday November 7, 2024 from 7-9 PM
Funeral Service from the Lucknow United Church on Friday November 8, 2024 at 2 PM with visitation one hour prior

Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow
In Memory of
Clarence Russell Ritchie
September 9th, 1929 - November 4th, 2024

Place of Death

Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow

Obituary

Clarence Russell Ritchie, beloved husband of Alice (Johnston), of Lucknow, passed away peacefully at Pinecrest Manor on Monday November 4, 2024 at the age of 95.  He was born in Ashfield Township on September 9, 1929, son of the late Lila (Robb) and Gordon Ritchie.  Greatly missed by children Barb (Larry) Harper of Belgrave, Brenda (Nick) Barclay of Egmondville, Steve (Linda) Ritchie of Sundre Alberta, Don (Karen) Ritchie of Lucknow and Mary Ann (Fred) Leget of London, 13 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and1 great-great grandchild.  Also survived by brother-in-law Jack Johnston of Strathroy and several nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by brothers Leonard (Bernadeen), Harold (Loraine), Lorne (Margaret), Mervin (May), and Marvin in infancy.  Visitation will be held from MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, on Thursday November 7, 2024 from 7-9 PM.  A funeral service will be conducted from the Lucknow United Church on Friday November 8, 2024 at 2 PM with visitation also one hour prior. 

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Message from Sandra Keith Forster 2024-11-18 16:36:57
Dear Alice, Brenda, Barb and the rest of the Ritchie family, so sorry to hear of Clarence's passing and the loss of another 2nd concession of Kinloss farmer. You'll all appreciate a lifetime of memories. Thank you for coming to Margaret Keith's celebration of life and sharing old times. My sympathy. I feel your loss. Sandra Keith Forster
Message from Ron and Janice Hewitt2024-11-12 16:50:44
Our sincere sympathy to Alice and all your family and loved ones. Always enjoyed our chats at Lake Huuron Resort
Message from Jim and Fran Farrell2024-11-07 22:42:00
Our sympathy to Alice and all the families. Clarence was a good man, dedicated farmer and friend to many.
Message from Doug & Audrey Meidinger 2024-11-07 20:03:44
Deepest sympathies Alice and heartfelt condolences to all the family. Clarence’s pleasant manner, cheery disposition and uncanny knack to improvise has left us with wonder memories and lots of stories for around the campfires at Lake Huron Resort. Rest in Peace Clarence
Message from Deb and Ken Ritchie2024-11-07 17:59:11
We have such great memories of Clarence, always a nice time"catching up" and such a pleasant family oriented man. We will treasure memories of times with you forever. Thinking of you all.. Alice, Brenda, Bev, Steve, Don, and Mary Ann and families.
Message from Joan and John pollard2024-11-07 11:35:08
Our deepest sympathy to Alice and family on Clarence’s passing,, always such a pleasure when we had the opportunity for a chat,,
Message from Bill & Mary Mole2024-11-07 07:46:37
Our condolences go out to all the family. Smile when you walk down memory lane.
Message from Doug and Brenda Tiffin2024-11-07 06:36:55
We would like to offer our condolences to all the Ritchie families. Doug and Brenda Tiffin
Message from Donna & Rob Middelkamp (Johnston)2024-11-06 11:32:17
Our Deepest Sympathy to Clarence's Family on his passing !!! Sending hugs to you all and we will keep you all in our thoughts .
Message from Carol Perkins2024-11-06 02:09:59
Our sincere condolences. He certainly will be missed. So very sorry that we can’t be with you. Love and hugs Carol & Bryan Perkins
Message from Hilda and Murray Wales2024-11-05 21:50:05
Our deepest condolences to all
Message from Karen Lindsay McKay2024-11-05 17:57:53
My condolences to the family. I remember both Clarence and Alice since I was a child. Always friendly and committed to their family. He is a wonderful man. Sending hugs to all.
Message from Joanne & Gord Brown & Family2024-11-05 17:45:08
Aunt Alice, Barb , Brenda , Steve Don, & Mary Anne and Families Our deepest condolences on the passing of Uncle Clarence. He has given us many memories to hold and remember him by. His dry, wise crack comments that he could give you with a straight face, his smile and all of our family Sunday dinners we had at each other houses when we were young are some of the many good memories I have . RIP Uncle Clarence
Message from Marilyn Swartz2024-11-05 17:44:05
Uncle Clarence was such a lovely man. He will be greatly missed by so many. I always remember what a hardworking man he was. Thinking of all of you at this time.
Message from Christie Messenger-MacGregor2024-11-05 17:00:52
Our condolences to the Ritchie family. I am certain you have so many wonderful memories to cherish. Stay strong.
Message from Misti Humphrey 2024-11-05 16:53:35
Clarence is going to be missed by many he was such a fun character keeping us all on our toes … never dull moment, his charming characteristics show in many of his grandchildren! Clarence leaves us all with a story or two! I enjoyed my time with him… Thanks for the laughs
Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2024-11-05 14:25:21
Our deepest sympathies to all the families. He will be greatly missed.
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