Linda Ritchie

Ritchie, Linda Lee Portage Passed away Monday afternoon, May 9, 2022. Linda was born September 27, 1939 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Lloyd and Eleanor (Bellaire) Saunders. She was a business school graduate and a nurse for many years. Linda enjoyed sewing, doll collecting and making doll clothes. She was an avid fan of Notre Dame football and NASCAR. On March 26, 1960 Linda was united in marriage to her loving husband, Phillip "Jim" Ritchie who preceded her death on September 6, 2018. Linda is survived by her children, Debra (Art) Mixis, Tim Ritchie; grandchildren, Patrick and Emily Mixis, Jack Ritchie; and her sister, Donna Saunders-Cook (Larry). A private family gathering will be held and private interment will be held at a later date in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association. To view Linda's personalized webpage please visit https://www.langelands.com