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John RITCHIE Obituary

RITCHIE, John Anthony. Emeritus Professor of Music, Sub Lt. RNZNVR F.A.A. On his birthday September 29, 2014 at Silverdale Hospital, Christchurch, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Anita, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Judy and Bruce Yarwood, Jenny and the late Ken Lee, Liz and Heath Lees, Simon and Martina Ritchie and Anthony and Sandy Ritchie. A much loved Grandfather of Anita and Richard, Shane and Anna, Lisa and Fabien, Sally and Joel, Penny and Lee, Ben, Josie and Warren, Tristan, and Annabelle and a much loved Great-Grandfather of Finlay, Dominic, Jacob, Alexis, Clara, Luca, Ashton, and Sadie-Rose. Messages to the family of the late John Ritchie, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. Special thanks to all the staff at Merivale Retirement Village and Silverdale Hospital for their care and support. The Funeral Mass for John was celebrated at St Marys ProCathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch yesterday, Friday October 3. John Rhind Funeral Directors F.D.A.N.Z Phone (03) 379 9920

Published by The New Zealand Herald from Sep. 30 to Oct. 4, 2014.

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Judith, Jenny and Anthony and families. We have many happy memories of our young days being your next door neighbours in Francis Avenue. John was a valued friend of my father, Bill Elston, and we were introduced to classical music by John and Anita in the nicest way. We particularly looked forward to Christmas mornings when John's choir would gather on his front lawn and sing carols - a wonderful memory. Our thoughts are with you.

Gay Sherlock (Elston)

October 7, 2014

Very sorry to hear of John's passing - such a fine, practical musician who gave me much valued support and encouragement.

John Young

October 6, 2014

Prof, You were an inspiration. I loved singing your music.
Rev Felicity O'Brien (Nee Ward)

October 2, 2014

Sorry to hear if John's death today. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Many fun memories of family holidays when we were children. Many laughs. Much love to you all. Barbara Divehall (Lilly)

Barbara Divehall

October 1, 2014

Thinking of you all on the loss of such a great musician and gentleman.

Helen Thompson

October 1, 2014

Saddened to hear the news. Happy memories from Francis Ave & my studying music was attributable to John's influence & guidance. Thought's very much with the family. Warmest regards - Wendy Selby (Marks) currently in New York

Wendy Selby

October 1, 2014

Love and thoughts to all John's family, he will be missed x

Nicola Corner

October 1, 2014

Dear Judith, Jenny and Anthony,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love Mary

Mary Wallace

September 30, 2014

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