Deborah J. Ritchie Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Deborah J. Ritchie of Batavia, Ohio, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 19, 2026 at the age of 70. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Deborah J. Ritchie to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Ramey and Barbara Minshall; her husband Joseph E. Ritchie; and her sister Julie Ramey. She is survived by: her children, Jeff Schmidt (BillieJean McFadden), Christina Blankenship (Donnie) and Laurie Patrick (John); her grandchildren, Mason Blankenship (Lauren), Sara Bock (Devin), Cory Blankenship, Peyton Schmidt and Alyssa Patrick; and her great grandchildren, Dalton Blankenship, Brooklyn Blankenship, Macie Blankenship, Bennett Blankenship, Jace Bock and Jaxon Bock.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Debora's honor may be made to Autism Speaks.
