JOHNNIE LEON RITCHIE, age 69, of Carlisle, Ohio, passed away October 12, 2015. He was born September 30, 1946 in Hindman, Kentucky, the son of Johnnie and Rozella Ritchie.

Johnnie was employed with G & B Body Shop for many years and was a member of Rose Chapel. He also served his country in the United States Army.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Cora Ritchie; and his mother, Rozella Ritchie.

Johnnie is survived by his father, Johnnie (Hazel) Ritchie; 1 son, Tracy Ritchie; 12 grandchildren and great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Donetta Willoughby and Sherry Walters; 4 brothers, Randy Ritchie, Tim Ritchie, Charlie Ritchie and Merrill Ritchie; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

-Written by the family