Ritchie,  Douglas 

Douglas  Ritchie, 73 , died  08/23/09 in  St. Clares Hospital, Denville, N.J..  Douglas lived in  Hackettstown area for the past 35 yrs. coming from Rochelle Park, N.J. and was born in Union City, N.J. on July 17, 1936.

Husband/Wife of: Carol Eckman Ritchie who was the love of his life for over 32 years.

Son/Daughter of: the late Alexander & Agnes Grant Ritchie

Survived By: Wife - Carol - at home
1 son - David Jon - Redbank, N.J.
1 daughter - Debra Ann Ritchie - North Bergen
1 sister - Jessie Blatz - West Milford, N.J. and 2 Grandchildren Grant & Ashleigh.
He was predeceased by 2 children - Douglas Ritchie in '05 and Michael Ritchie who died as an infant

Occupation: Doug worked as a Truck Driver for over 30yrs. retiring several years ago and was a proud member of Teamsters Union #560

Veteran Info: U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict

Additional Information:  Doug served as an A.K.C. Judge throughout the Country for many years and was a member of the Irish Setter Club of America. Lastly and most importantly, Doug was proud to have lived the last 13 years of his life "Clean and Sober" and was willing to help anyone in their time of need so they to could live a life that was clear and vibrant.

Visitation: Saturday 8-29-09 from 1 - 3:30pm at the Funeral Home

Services: A celebration of Doug's Life will be held at the end of the visitation. (3:30pm) - Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, N.J.

In Lieu of Flowers: ISCA Foundation, designated for health. Donations with memorial comments should be sent to: Jay Zirkle, Treasurer, ISCA Foundation, 34553 Deerwood Drive, Eugene, OR, 97405

Interment: Will be Private