Shirley Faye Ritch's obituary , Passed away on July 21, 2025 in Trafford, Alabama

Shirley Faye Ritch

November 17, 1947 - July 21, 2025 (77 years old)

Trafford, Alabama

Shirley Faye Ritch's obituary , Passed away on July 21, 2025 in Trafford, Alabama
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Shirley Faye Ritch

November 17, 1947 - July 21, 2025 (77 years old)

Trafford, Alabama

Shirley Faye Ritch Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Shirley Faye Ritch of Trafford, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 21, 2025 at the age of 77. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Faye Ritch to pay them a last tribute.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Shirley Faye leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.

She was predeceased by: her husband Paul "Bill" Ritch; and her son Mark Shane Ritch. She is survived by: her daughters, Lisa Ann Page and Carla Mathews; her sisters, Judy Owen and Terry Sue Bird; and her grandchildren, John McCostlin, Trent Matthews, Harmony Matthews, Nicholas McCostlin (Meghan), Brooke Ritch and Austin Ritch. She is also survived by great-grandchildren and nieces & nephews.



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500 CHARACTERS

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July 25

Visitation

Ridout's Gardendale Chapel
2029 Decatur Hwy, Gardendale, AL 35071

Fri

July 25

Celebration of life

Forest Crest Cemetery
5730 US-78, Birmingham, AL 35210

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