Matthew Chase Ritchie

Matthew Chase Ritchie 14, passed away suddenly at his home in Worthington, Tuesday June 11th. He is survived by his mother, Karen Ritchie, brothers Dwight Ritchie, Derrin Ritchie, Tony Ritchie, Connor Ritchie and sister Lillyanna Ritchie; and many extended family and dear friends. Matthew was preceded in death by grandfather, Cecil Keeler, grandmother, Joann Keeler, and Uncle Vic Keeler. Matthew was born with Downs Syndrome but he had a smile on his face and a hug for everyone he met. Matt loved all things Star Wars and Disney. He and his mother spent a magical week together in Disney in April for his birthday. Matt loved and played on the Cubs Buddy Ball team for specially abled children in Grove City for the last three years. He was a home instruction student in the Worthington school district where he completed the 7th grade.

The family will receive friends from 6-8pm on Friday, June 14, 2019 at the Schoedinger Worthington Chapel, 6699 North High Street; and one hour prior to his 11am service on Saturday, June 15, 2019.

The family wishes to thank Interim Health Care and all the wonderful nurses that cared for him and loved him like their own child, the staff of Nationwide Children's Hospital, especially Dr. Melissa Holtzlander Pulmonary, and Dr. Curt Daniels Cardiology. In lieu of flowers, his mother asked that donations be made to the funeral home for a memorial to be in his name to be decided later. She wants to do something special to honor his life. His life mattered to so many and he was loved by everyone that met him.