Obituary of John Allan Ritchie

1927 - 2012

It is with deep sorrow that the family of John Allan Ritchie announces his passing on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 85 years of age, in Cranbrook, British Columbia.

Al was born on February 25, 1927 in Rolling Green, Alberta. He was a patient man who loved his family. Spike learned to ride his first Harley at 15 years of age. He had a passion for riding and could often be seen on his Harley Davidson and Indian motorcycles. He dreamed of being a pilot but instead became an expert builder and flyer of radio controlled aircraft. He was known throughout his life as Spike or Al; John was just a name on paper.

Al leaves behind his loving wife Elinor, his daughter Heather Ritchie and her sons Scott and Shaun, and his son Ed Ritchie and his daughters Danielle and Jenesse. He was predeceased by his father John Ritchie and his mother Esther Laura Krougher.

A memorial service for Al will be held at McPherson Funeral Home Chapel in Cranbrook on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 1:00 pm. His Interment will take place in Westlawn Cemetery. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in honour of Spike may do so to the: Canadian Cancer Society, 19 - 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2L9 or the: Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon, Cranbrook Unit, #101, 105 - 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2M1.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com