Margery Elizabeth
Visitation will be held Monday, March 14, 2016 from 7-9 PM, and one hour prior to the funeral.
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
Margery Elizabeth "Betty" Ritchie
July 28th, 1925 - March 11th, 2016

Place of Death

Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow, Ontario

Obituary

"Betty" Ritchie of Lucknow passed away at Pinecrest Manor on March 11, 2016 at the age of 90. She was the beloved wife of Harvey William Ritchie who predeceased her in 1992. Betty was born in Kinloss Township on July 28, 1925 to the late Margery (Harris) & James Wesley Haines. Dear mother of Donna & Gary Thompson of Red Deer, Alberta, Elva & Lynn Hickey of Wingham, Bryan & Diana Ritchie of Vegreville, Alberta and Mel & Jayne Ritchie of RR3, Lucknow. Grandmother of Amy (Joel), Erin (Brad), Krista (Tom), Shawn (Amanda), and Caleb (Erin). Missed by her great-grandchildren Colton and Nykole. Predeceased by her sisters Elva Wylie and Edna McLean.

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Message from Pat Weir2016-03-18 13:22:03
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Betty. She was a neighbour on the 12th Ashfield. I nursed her husband in WDH. Thinking of the whole family at this sad time. In sympathy, Pat.Weir
Message from Caleb Ritchie2016-03-16 18:21:55
I am sorry to hear the news and for your loss. I hope you guys have a good visit and can enjoy celebrating all the great times you had with your mother. Sincerely Caleb
Message from Jeff Dickson2016-03-16 07:12:09
Donna & Gary, Elva & Lynn, Bryan & Diana, Mel & Jayne and family: Condolences on Betty's passing; thoughts and prayers to you and your entire family. Sincerely, Jeff Dickson
Message from Connie and Kevin Tasker2016-03-15 07:25:44
Mel, Jayne and the Ritchie family, we would like to offer our condolences in the passing of your mom. It is still hard to say good bye no matter how long you have had them with you. Just remember she is now free to soar with the angels one of them being your dad! Blessings to all. Connie and Kevin
Message from Marlene Murray2016-03-14 17:36:15
So sorry to hear of aunt Betty's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family
Message from Marion Keil2016-03-14 14:06:38
I am sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Betty was a kind lady who always worked hard.Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Message from Rod and Joanne McDonagh2016-03-14 12:43:24
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a very nice lady. Although we are still out of the country are thoughts are with all four of your families.
Message from Brenda Cook2016-03-14 11:10:03
Elva Sorry for your loss. May all your memories keep your Mom close to your heart.
Message from Dale and Terry Taylor2016-03-14 10:56:53
Our prayers are with you at this sad time. I enjoyed sharing smiles and chats with Betty at the Nine Mile Retirement Home. My thoughts are with you all.
Message from Marybelle cranston2016-03-14 09:41:38
My thoughts are with the Zion community and your family.Donna Elaine,Bryan,Elva and Mel I have the same fond memories of our little white church and of the Ritchie leadership within it.
Message from Bill and Suzanne Andrew2016-03-13 16:03:36
We are so sorry to hear about Betty's passing. She was a wonderful lady with a great sense of humour, and always ready and willing to help or do something for someone else. She will be missed by many.
Message from Lori (Hackett) Melitzer2016-03-12 22:01:32
Our sympathy to your families. Great memories of visits with Betty when I was growing up and on visits home to functions in Lucknow or Trinity. Thinking of you all, Lori & Gary Melitzer
Message from Kevin and Linda McKee2016-03-12 20:10:12
Our condolences from our family to yours. Our thoughts are with all of you Linda and Kevin
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