Danny Ritchie
Obituary's Biography:
Danny Ritchie, age 78, of Grayslake, IL passed away on January 4, 2024. The youngest of 10 siblings, Danny was born on June 14, 1945 to Louise Sexton Ritchie in Hazard, KY. Danny was delivered by the local midwife, his own grandmother, Mary Princess Griffith Sexton. Danny always had a smile on his face and a song in his heart. He loved fishing, animals, gospel music and the Kentucky Wildcats.
Danny is survived by his daughter, Tara (Martin) OConnor of Grayslake; his brother, Samuel “Kell” Ritchie of Leatherwood, KY; and many nieces and nephews.
Danny was preceded in death by his mother; his son, Carl Wayne; brothers, Roger, Corbett, Oscar “Dell” and James; sisters, Bessie, Ruby, Dollie and Esther.
We like to think that since Danny has left this earth, he has been fishing the great lakes of paradise with his son, Carl. All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Hey Pop. I’m sorry it took me over a year and a half to get your obit posted. Don’t haunt me for pitting your photo on the internet. We sure do miss you around here. I hope you found Carl right away. Mom left this earth last month. I imagine you know that already as she probably came looking for Carl Wayne. Until I find you guys on the other side, know that I think of you every day. I love you Pop!
Danny sure do miss talking with you. Sitting on the stoop and Sassy by you. You took such good care of her. I always can hear your voice” hey, Mickey, how you doing?” Hugs to you.
The absolute best uncle in the world, why he ever put up with me i never know, but he would drive 2 hours to keep me for the weekend, uncle Danny u were the best and i sure do love u