Funeral services were held for Robert Ritchie, 75, of Brooklawn, who passed away on June 10, 2008.
\”Richie\” to all who knew him.
He was Chickie\’s (nee McKinney) devoted husband for over 54 years, the father of four children and grandfather to eight. \”Dad was our rock, always there if you had a problem. He rarely, if ever, said \”no\” to anyone who asked for his help, friend or stranger alike. Dad was the \’go-to\’ guy, the quiet man we all looked to for leadership and guidance.\”
Richie was involved with boating and was most recently involved with Farragut Boat Club and the Delaware River Yacht League. He and Chickie spent many happy days on their boat, either on the water or simply at the dock.
Richie spent 4 years in the Navy aboard the USS Roanoke, where he toured the Mediterranean Ocean. He returned to his hometown of Gloucester City and built a home in Brooklawn.
Dad spent most of his working career at Public Service Electric and Gas until his retirement in 1994.
\”His physical presence in our everyday lives will be sorely missed, but his influence on us and the memorial we take with us will go on forever. We love you, Dad, Doris, Patti, Nora and Bob.\” Memorial services like his life will be private.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of Etherington-Creran Funeral Home, 700 Powell St., Gloucester City, NJ.
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