Marilyn Kay Ritchie passed on May 5, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born on December 31, 1944, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. She spent her childhood in Chattanooga and Hixson, Tennessee.
Marilyn is preceded in death by her parents, Kermit and Elsie Welch; and two sons, Ricky and John.
42 years together, hand in hand, sometimes leading and sometimes following with her beloved husband Bo.
In addition to her husband, William Earl Ritchie III, she is survived by a daughter, Dorothy Lynn Dillard.
In following Marilyn's wishes cremation was chosen.
