James D. Ritchie

James D. Ritchie of Milton formally of Neponset, MA passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 20, 2019.

Beloved husband of Ann I. (McNally) Ritchie of Milton for 52 years. Devoted father of Elisa “Ellie” O’Malley of Quincy, Theresa “Skidoo” Ritchie of Quincy and Thomas Ritchie of Milton.  Loving son of the late James and Evelyn (McLaughlin) Ritchie of Dorchester and brother of the late Donald Ritchie.  Also survived by his Sister in Law Patricia Crawford of Canton and Son in Law Sean O’Malley of Quincy.  He will be deeply missed by his loving grandchildren Brielle and Colm O’Malley of Quincy and Declan, Maeve and Braeden Ritchie of Milton and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

James’ world revolved around his loving family. He took great pride in his children’s activities, along with coaching them in sports and vacationing as a family.  His grandchildren adored their Papa.  He would always pay special attention to each of them with his gentle manner.  James was an avid Boston sports fan and loved listening and dancing to Irish music with Ann by his side.  He was the life of the party and will be remembered for playing the harmonica and making people laugh. James served proudly in the United States Marine Corp. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Monday, October 28, 2019 from 4-7 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:45 AM on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Ann’s Church, Quincy at 10:30 AM. Burial in MA National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:15 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of James may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assn., MA Chapter, 309 Waverley Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.