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Emalene C. Ritchey, 78

Emalene C. Ritchey, 78, of Mt. Joy (formerly of Lancaster), passed away Thursday, August 28, 2008. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Harry Y. and Zelvia R. Booth Chalfant. She was the beloved wife of the late Eugene J. “Rich” Ritchey, Sr.

Mrs. Ritchey worked at Kerr Glass as a bottle packer for ten years. She was a member of the UCC 1st Reformed Church.

She is survived by two sons Eugene “Woody” J. Ritchey Jr. married to Theresa of Golden, Colorado; James “Bean” Ritchey married to Suzanne of Lancaster; daughters, Ann Ritchey married to Joseph Beauregard of Massachusetts; Sally married to Robert Trimball of Columbia; Lori married to Dennis Kerstetter of Millersburg; and Jody married to Tom Bucher of Mt. Joy; 13 grandchildren; 1 deceased grandchild; 3 great grandchildren; brothers, Robert married to Mary Chalfant; and David married to Marion Chalfant both of Millersville; and a sister, Helen married to the late Albert Green of Mountville. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill and Howard “Peck” Chalfant.

Mrs. Ritchey’s Funeral Service will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel 3110 Lititz Pike 17543 on Monday, September 1, 2008 at 5 p.m. Friends will be received at the funeral home before the service from 4-5 p.m. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.  To send an online condolence or for more information please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you always, but especially in this time of sorrow. Our condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Mark & Celeste Gouvin

I am sorry to hear the news…you all are in my thoughts and my sympathy to you all.
She will be missed by loved ones ..
Tracey

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Tom Krause
Windsor, Colorado

I worked with Em at Kerr Glass for 5 years and loved her!!  She was a very special lady.  I was very sad to see her picture in the paper this morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your families.  She will be missed.       
Sincerely,  Sandy Sweger

Nothing in life can possibly prepare us for the loss of your beloved dear "mother and grandmother" –  Words are not enough to take away your pain.  We are saddened by your greatest loss but will always cherish your memories that you all had of her in your lives. I have met your "mother, grandmother" several time with my best friend Lori – Her personality was sweet even through she was a tough person with a strong mind.  The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear.  We share your grief as do all who knew and loved her. Fondly memories of life’s precious moments and years that you all have shared with her.  The joy that she had bought into your lives; even through she was struggle with her health.  The joy and sadness of your togetherness that never fail to make you "very dear family".  You have share your lives together that you all will always cherish.  Had she lived her life to the fullest – with all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with full of love.
She was called home to the Lord as her work on Earth was done.  Your "mother & grandmother" was very proud to be part of your life…  May beautiful memories of your mother, your grandmother bring you comfort and peace and comfort in knowing how many people cares and loved about your mother & grandmother.
our condolences to you…
with love,
Ruth and Jay Chanitz
"Lori & Dennis Kerstetter’s best friends"

Lori, I am so very sorry about the passing of your mother. She was such a wonderful woman. I remembered I met her at PSD. I am sure she will be missed by many people. God keep you in His loving care during this mot difficult time. You are in my prayers.  VP me anytime. Love, Bob Daldo

Our deeply sympathy with your Mom and I know her for a long time.  She is a wonderful person with her generous heart that she did meet the mission with the Lord’s hand. Our hearts will be with you all when we are in Alabama.
Love you all with our kindly hugs
Mary Jane Casey (Liddick) 
Paul Casey
Harvey Casey

Although it seems like there’s not much anyone can do at such a difficult time … hope it helps to know that you are cared about and in our thoughts.
May God be with you all and give you the strength.
With our deepest sympathy.
Patrick ~ Ellen ~ Frances

Need to express sympathy for your loss but most of all  appreciation for the life  of MRS RITCHEY….She did not  always have such an easy life  but  made the most  of her circumstances.       Her courage provided me with  lessons  that stayed with me my entire life. Her strength  and compassion  will remain legendary  to all who knew her. I  hope her    grandchildren/children will continue her legacy. sincerely and with deep appreciation for the life of Em  Mike and Betty Panarella

Lori,
I’m sorry to hear about your mom, Emalene Ritchey passed away. She’s in a good place, we call heaven. My sympathy to you all.
                                        Sincerely
                                         David Fiorillo
                                          Lori’s classmate from PSD, ’77

My Heart goes to the Ritcheys Family.  I always Fond of Lori’s Parents.
They are Parents to us, Red Lion Bus Children.  Shall never forget them.
They are so wonderful people with us on the Red Lion Bus also at the Lancaster Shopping Center every sunday/friday.
Those parents are like family to me.
You all are in my heart and thoughtful.
Your RedLion Children, Reba Ober

I know it has been many years since I have seen all of you but I wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. I am your cousin Molly’s friend Dottie and had many good times at your home on Dorwart Street.  Your mother was one of the nicest people, she always had kind words to say about everyone.  When your Uncle Bill would come up from Florida, we all gathered at your home or and Aunt Dottie and Uncle Ez’s home, those times were always filled with so much fun laughter.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you during this difficult time but I know the memories you share will continue to keep Aunt Em’s spirit with all.

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