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Leone Ritchie, of Hanover, passed away at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre in Walkerton, on September 5th, 2025. She was 92. Born in Owen Sound on April 23rd, 1933, daughter of the late Norman McKenzie and Priscilla (Mason) McKenzie. Predeceased by her husband, Gerald Ritchie, and brothers-in-law, David Ritchie, Wallace Ritchie and James Barfoot. Survived by daughters Jeri-Lee (Richard) Diebel of Okotoks, Alberta, Liisa Ritchie (Tom McKeogh) of Cambridge, Ontario and son Bruce (Linda Troy) of Calgary, Alberta; grandchildren Laura Christina (Charles) Ireland, Ben Diebel (Kailey Kennedy), Jessica (Daniel) Sanders, Keegan (Erin Greenwood) Ritchie, and Jacqueline Ritchie (Phillip Claxton); great grandchildren, Grace Elizabeth and Duncan Ireland, Maverick and Everett Diebel, and Owen, Jack and Dylan Sanders. Also survived by sister Joanne (James) Barfoot and sisters-in-law Phyllis (David) Ritchie and Betty (Wally) Ritchie. Leone will also be missed by her nieces, nephews and dear friends.
A Celebration of Life was held at The Village Seniors Community, Hanover, followed by a private family service. Cremation with Inurnment at the Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Salvation Army food bank or charity of choice are appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements and compassionate guidance was provided by the Mighton Funeral Home.
Leone completed her training to become a Registered Nurse in Owen Sound. She worked in a variety of Health Care settings.
Leone lived a life defined by kindness, a nurturing spirit, and unwavering love for her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be remembered for her passion for cultivating beautiful flower gardens, and her impeccable fashion sense.
Leone was a blessing to all who knew her. She lead by example. There was wisdom in her carefully measured words and quiet deeds.
Her subtle sense of humour was endearing.
Heartfelt thanks is extended to the staff of South Bruce Grey Health Centre in Walkerton, as well as the staff at Sprucewood in Hanover, all of whom provided exemplary and compassionate care. Thank you also to so many for their hugs, smiles, words of support and the sharing of happy memories.
So sorry to learn of your mom passing away Jer-Lee. Both your parents were such special people.
I'm thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely Betty Duncan
Really sorry to hear about your mom liisa. She was such a nice lady. Sending hugs
- Bea beckerSo sorry to hear of Leone's passing. I always had the greatest respect for both her and Gerry and appreciated their kindness. Ross
- Ross CarsonI was sorry to read about the passing of your mom. I certainly would have come to the Celebration of Life if I would have know. My heart goes out to all of you during this very sad time. Please know that we are thinking of all of you. Hugs!
From the Schenk family to the Ritchie family, please accept our sincere sorrow for Leone's loss. From the time that Gerry and Leone moved to this area, for Gerry to take on his role at the new school, they became fast friends with our parents Rita and Bob. Rarely was there a big event for us in which there was not a Ritchie presence, whether at Church, at the school or somewhere else in the community - and each presence was characterized by great laughs and warm friendship. While all four of these wonderful people are now gone, our happy memories remain, and none greater than for Leone. Her warm smile and quiet manner could not hide a loving heart. May we all rejoice in her memory, and that of the others as well! They are now all at a Euchre table, looking down with great smiles! Much love, Debbie, Dale and Carol.
- Dale SchenkJeri-Lee and Richard and Family
I was so sorry to hear of Leone's passing. She was such a delightful, soft-spoken lady and over the years I enjoyed the times we met up. I know she will be missed by many for her kindness and friendship. As your Mom and Grandma, you will miss her dearly. I'm sure you all have your special memories that you will hold close. I wish I had known about the Celebration of Life as I would have been there. Please know that our deepest condolences are with your whole family. Hugs, Sharon and Lyle Weber
Our sincere condolences to the families of Mrs . Richie. Sorry to hear about her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dale and Joan Hershey
Dear Tom and Liisa, sending love to you and the whole family at this hardest of times. You are in our thoughts. sapna.
- SapnaMy Sncere Condolence,s to Bruce and Linda and family !!.
I worked at the HDH at the same time as Leona. Although she worked on Unit 3 and I on Unit 2 there were many occasions when our circles crossed. A lovely caring woman. Keep your memories closeđź’•
- Ann Legge
