Lawrence “Larry” Lee Ritchie
January 11, 1949 - September 23, 2024
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Lawrence "Larry" Lee Ritchie, 75, of Florence, KY, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and a member of Holy Cross Parish. Larry was a driver for most of his working years. He was a bus driver for Dayton, KY Schools and drove for many years with Executive Transportation. Larry loved to referee football and basketball at the high school level for over 30 years. He was an avid bowler and was well-known at bowling alleys across Northern Kentucky. Larry was preceded in death by his parents: William and Virginia Ritchie and siblings: William Ritchie, Judith Ritchie and Patricia Ritchie. He is survived by his sons: Deacon Eric (Amy) Ritchie and Adam Ritchie; niece: Debbie Ritchie; grandchildren: Kali, Jake, Evan (Riley), Maddie and Sam. Larry is also survived by countless friends. Visitation will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 10:00 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 PM (Noon) at Holy Cross Church, 3612 Church Street, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015. Interment and Honor Guard Service will take place on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North, 205 Eibeck Lane, Williamstown, KY 41097. Memorials are suggested to Holy Cross Church, 3612 Church Street, Covington, KY 41015. Connley Brothers Funeral Home, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015 is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed on Facebook or at www.connleybrothersfuneralhome.com
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William Allen Burns - Sep 29, 2024
Dear Family, So sorry for your loss. Larry was a awesome person, he will be greatly missed. Bill and Ginny Burns
Linda L Cochran - Sep 27, 2024
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Larry. My deepest condolences to all. He was a wonderful man that was always full of joy and happiness. I will always remember his talks with me and his beautiful voice when he sang. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Larry Rose - Sep 27, 2024
Larry was a good friend for many years. I remember him as a basketball official in the youth league at Dayton high School. I coached there for eight years when Larry was referring. He was always great with the kids. May you rest in peace, my friend.
Angel Murphy - Sep 24, 2024
To Larry’s sons and family- How blessed we all are for knowing or having Larry in our lives. Always greeting friends with that big smile. He was just the sweetest person willing to give his shirt off his back for anyone whether he knew you or not. God speed Larry, you will be missed.
Tracy Berkemeier - Sep 24, 2024
Larry was the most kindest man ever in this earth. He always had a smile and laughing with everyone. You will be very missed. !!! Rest Easy!!! ❤️
Sharon Detisch Piccirillo - Sep 24, 2024
I new Larry, Judy and Pat when they lived on Columbia St. In Newport. His parents and mine were great friends for years. You have my deepest sympathy.
D. Wayne Stewart - Sep 24, 2024
An inspiration añd conversationalist, Larry's sense of humor and upbeat personality was a welcome sight. My family and I knew him on a personal level, sharing fond memories of him in many stages our our lives. With a warm heart, he would tease us with an, "I saw you first!" exclamation, followed by a fond visit from Big Larry. Truly a loss for all, it is my hope that should an afterlife truly exist, he will be there to greet us with an, "I saw you first!" quip and a big hug from Big Larry. Our condolences for the loss of such a fundamental asset in heart and spirit. We mourn with you.
R. Kiefer - Sep 24, 2024
Larry was such fun to be around. I had the pleasure of working with him at Dayton High School through the basketball program. Larry always had a smile for everyone. He was a very kind man. Rest in peace, Larry.
