She was born April 14, 1952 in Pekin to Gerald Richard and Rosalene Mae (Null) Ritchie. Her parents preceded her in death.
Surviving are two brothers, Bradley (Barbie Cors) Ritchie of Manito and Mark Ritchie of Pekin; one niece, Kaylee Schurmann of Goreville and two great-nieces, Stella Schurmann and Georgia K. Schurmann, both of Goreville.
Deborah worked for Caterpillar, Inc. for 30 years before retiring.
A generous woman, she loved to donate to various causes, especially to religious organizations. She also loved traveling in her RV and riding her horses around Spring Lake. She had the biggest heart and would give anyone the shirt off her back.
Deborah was a member of Spring Lake Missionary Church in rural Manito.
Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, May 24, 2024 at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. Pastor Dale Burks will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral. Burial will be at Spring Lake Cemetery, rural Manito.
Memorial contributions may be given to Spring Lake Missionary Church, 6779 Townline Road, Manito, Illinois 61546.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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