Eathan Robert Ritchie

“Our Little Buddy”

AKRON - Eathan Robert Ritchie, 51, passed away at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital on May 4, 2024.

Eathan was the 15th child born to Robert and Rosemary Ritchie on January 11, 1973.

Eathan attended Weaver School. He was presently attending the Blick Center Day Program. Eathan’s life concluded with his being a Lifebanc tissue donor.

Eathan was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Cecilia; brothers-in-law, Donny and Bob; niece, Maria, and nephew, Tony. He is survived by his brothers, Patrick (Patricia), Nathan (Laura), Shawn (Shawn), Shannan (Amy), and Joshua (Jeannie); sisters, Teresa, Rose (Ernie), Roberta (Edwin), Erin, Colleen, Noreen (Michael), Kathy (Dave), Kelly (Alan), and Sharon (Fernando), as well as many, many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank all the employees at The Center and the caregivers at the Butler Home for all the love and care they gave to Eathan.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 10 AM, at Stow Cemetery, 3162 Kent Road, Stow 44224.

Memorial contributions are appreciated to The Blick Center , 640 West Market Street, Akron, OH 44303, in Eathan’s name.