Kenneth D. Ritchie
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Ken was such a huge part of my life and I will love him like father forever. Find comfort in his smile and all the wonderful memories that were shared. Ken, thank you for all of the times that were shared with our families. All of these will be forever in my mind. I love all of you, Becky Anderson
Becky (Bertsch) Anderson
Cedar Rapids
IA
Wonderful friend; wonderful man; wonderful memories; great fur coat; will be missed!
Flip Klinger
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dorothy & Family, We were saddened to read in the Gazette of the passing of such a loved one. We relocated to NW Iowa's Lake Okoboji three years ago. We do try to keep informed about our former Cedar Rapidian friends. We extend our sincere sympathies to you and your fine family. We enjoyed your friendship. Kenn will be missed by many.
Bill & Judy Carmichael
West Okoboji
IA
I just want the world to know that Kenneth D. Ritchie was the VERY BEST FATHER a man could possibly be! From the day I was born I felt always safe and loved by him! I also know that he was also the VERY BEST SON a man could possibly be, having grown up watching him always caring for his Very Loving Parents! For ALL of you who knew him, I THANK YOU FROM THE VERY BOTTOM of my heart that you also loved this Amazing Man! I know he is in Heaven now with my Amazing Brother, Craig. Together they will be doing Heavenly work! My Father is the VERY BEST FATHER in the WORLD! I love you Dad. I will always BE YOUR ConBon* May everyone who knew and loved my Father, know he loves you back from Heaven* I love you Daddy***
Connie J. Ritchie Smith
Mesa
AZ
Dor, Connie, Pam/Mike and family. There are few words that could be said of what Ken meant to Rita and I as a friend. All the days, months and years of friendship is priceless. We will miss him. His rendition of "I like Mckie" will be in our memories forever. Peace on your journey my friend. Your "buddy" Joe and Rita
Joe Bertsch Sr
Marion
IA
Dorothy and family, my thoughts are with you. Ken will be missed by all.
Kristen Roland
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dorthy and family, We were so sad to hear of Ken's passing. There are so many memories of our times together either at Shoe Shows, Iowa Football games or just siting down for a visit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gary and Marcy Miller
Phoenix
AZ
Dorothy and family: A sad ending to some beautiful years. We had great times as neighbors, golf partners, YMCA members. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.. With love....Roger and Joyce
ROGER AND JOYCE SCHREDER
CEDAR RAPIDS
IA
I worked with Ken for many years - in Customer Service. Very classy guy, lot's of memories. I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts.
Julie Townsend
Rockford
MI
I am sorry about the loss of your loved one. Words cannot describe feelings in a time like this. Many have found comfort in the Bible's promises of seeing our past loved ones again such as at John verses 28 and 29. Take care of yourselves and keep memories of your past loved one close.
D. Millie W.
MD
My sincere condolences in the passing of Ken. Dottie if there is anything I can do, please know I will. Thoughts and Prayers, T
Tonia Bails
IA
Dorthy, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Ken was a class act and will be greatly missed. Sunland Court is not the same without you and Ken. Our Deepest Sympathy, Eric and Andi Londquist
eric londquist
cedar rapids
IA
Mrs Ritchie, Sorry to read about Ken. You guys were good and loyal customers. Hope all is well with you. God bless
Monty Rissi
IA
Our condolences...We were one of his customers for many yr... as Rudolph's Shoe Mart...starting back in Sheldon, Ia. and later in Sioux City & Sioux Falls.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this loss... Rudy, Mike & Marian Pape
Rudy Pape
Sioux City
IA
Dor and family, My deepest sympathies are with you all. Ken will be be forever in my heart and the memories we shared as families will be treasured always. I love you. Sue Bertsch Grandquist
Sue Bertsch Grandquist
West Des Moines
IA
Dor and family - One of my earliest childhood memories include you Dory, and Ken. I specifically recall homecoming my sophmore year. I was going with one of the cutest boys in the school! Ken and my Dad were there to greet him and lay down the rules. The two of them, arms crossed, with their silver grey coifs ensured I was home before curfew! In short, it was always amazing to me that someone, who was not family,could love us as much as you did...You and Ken are an inspiration to me in my life, with my family and friends. I love you dearly, and will have Ken in my heart always.
Amy (Bertsch) McIntosh
Oak Park
IL
I worked with Ken at Hush Puppies. I traveled the Pacific Northwest for 25 yrs. with WWW I always enjoyed Ken at our sales meetings. My sympathies to the family. David Lewis
David Lewis
Troutdale
OR
I love my Papa Ken and I will miss him very much! I will definately miss hearing "I like mckie" as it is a very fond memory of mine! I think it's amazing to hear from everyone who loved him so, and now I know where my Uncle Craig got all his love and kindness. :) Papa Ken always made me laugh. One of my last memories of the last time I saw him, he was laughing and making a funny comment on how much food I could stuff in my mouth :) His laughter lit up his face with glassy eye's that I wont ever forget! Lots of love and hugs to everyone who lost their friend, and my Papa Ken! Love you, Your first Granddaughter, Hayley L. Smith*
Hayley Lynne Star Smith
mesa
AZ
Dear Dorothy and familly-I was sad to read of Ken's death. I golfed with Ken and Roger Schreder many times in the early 2000's and enjoyed every minute of it( I would drive us out to the Wildcat golf course in Shellsburg and they would inevitably fall asleep on the drive back!! :)) Ken could tell a great joke and loved to hear one too. He always had a story ready for us at the downtown YMCA. I really loved him and will miss him. Bill Stone
Wilford Stone
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dearest Dorothy, Scott and I were saddened to hear of Ken's passing. We first met Ken at Gateway Gardens and then to have you both as neighbors on Sunland Ct. was "priceless". We remember Ken as always smiling, joking and fun to be around. I can still picture him out front washing his car. Our sincerest condolences to you and the family. Jo and Scott Bogguss
Jo and Scott Bogguss
Marion
IA
Pam and family, We know what it is like to lose a beloved father and our hearts ache for you and your family. We hope that you can take comfort in the fact that he is at peace and celebrating his new life reunited with Craig and all the others who have gone before him. We are sorry that we couldn't be with you at the service today but will see you sometime soon at home. Love, Gayle & Mark
Gayle Nelson
Iowa City
IA
Dear Pam and family - We are sad for your loss, and are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad must have been a wonderful man, as evidenced by the lovely tributes. Thinking of all your family during this time of grief, and for the times ahead.
Armond and Polly Pagliai
iowa City
IA
To Ken's Family, I worked with Ken at Wolverine World Wide. He was a pleasure to know... a very kind man with a warm heart. My prayers go out to you as you treasure the rich blessings he brought to you! Terry Davis
Terry Davis
SURREY
BC
CA
Hayley and Connie, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of one so loved. I'm sorry I never had the chance to meet your wonderful "Papa Ken" and amazing Dad. From your stories and the comments on this guest book I can tell he touched many lives in a happy way. I love you both and send you my biggest hugs.
Brandi Stewart
Tempe
AZ
Dorthy & Family: We were sorry to learn of Ken's passing. We had many wonderful memories from our days on Sunland Court. Our deepest sympathy. Duane & Gini Kramer Sun Lakes, AZ
Duane Kramer
Sun Lakes
AZ
I know everyone at the local ymca will miss Ken.He was always good for a laugh or two.My dad sold shoes with him at one time..Also we share the same last name, we used to joke about that.My condolences to the family...Phil Ritchie..