Donna Jean Ritchey's Obituary
Donna Jean Ritchey, age 77, of Algonac, MI, passed away December 28, 2023 in her home. She was born May 30, 1946 in Detroit, MI to the late William and Thelma (Richardson) Ibianski. She married Robert R. Ritchey June 4, 1966, he passed away December 19, 2020.
Donna retired from Ford Motor Co. and was a member of the UAW local 400. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking, and taking care of her family.
Mrs. Ritchey is survived by her sons, Robert R. (Tina) Ritchey II and Steven J. (Christine) Ritchey; grandchildren, Nicole (Rob) Green, Robert R. (Kodi Walkowski) Ritchey III, Brooke (Danny Longboat) Ritchey, and Cara Ritchey; great grandchildren, Joshua Trombley, Isabelle Forgie, Michael Forgie, and Malcolm Longboat; siblings, Mary (Tom) Provenza, Joann Lyford, Debbie (Mark) Baldes, and William (Mary) Ibianski, and several nieces and nephews.
In staying with Donna’s wishes, no services are scheduled. Arrangements by the Young-Gilbert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Algonac, MI.
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