Nathan James Ritchie

October 28, 1991 - May 2, 2012

Nathan James Ritchie passed away on May 2, 2012 at the age of 20 in Eugene, Oregon. A Celebration of Life was held on May 5, 2012 in Oakridge, Oregon. On May 2, 2012 we lost a very beloved son, brother, grandson and uncle. He will be missed very much. He is remembered for his eyes, smile, laugh, huge hugs and genuine kindness for everyone that came into his life. He was born October 28, 1991 in Medford, Oregon to Kim and Shawn Ritchie. He lived in White City, Oregon with his mom, dad, and sister Jessica Ritchie. He moved to Oakridge, Oregon on September 18, 2003. He attended and graduated from Oakridge High School. He loved playing football and being with family and friends. After graduation he moved to White City where he attended Rogue Community College. One year later he returned to Eugene, Oregon where he met his true love Renee Sutton and they were very happy together. He was employed at Fed Ex and he resided in Eugene until his death. He is survived by his parents Kim & Shawn Ritchie, a sister Jessica Ritchie, nephew Tristan Ritchie, grandfather Harvey James Stappler and numerous aunts, uncles and counsins. He will missed and remembered forever. Donations can be made to the Nathan Ritchie Memorial Fund at any Lane County First Tech Federal Credit Union branch. Donations can also be mailed to First Tech Federal Credit Union, PO Box 662, Oakridge, OR 97463 The family wants to thank everyone for their kindness and support during this difficult time. They appreciate everything everyone has done.