Domer Harold Ritchey

Domer H. Ritchey, 70, of Emlenton, passed away on the morning of Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at his home after a courageous battle with squamous cancer. He was born on June 18, 1953, in Venango County, to the late Harold “Pete” and Geraldine E. (Ohler) Ritchey. After graduating from Franklin High School, Domer was employed by PA Glass Sand for nine years. He later attended New Castle School of Trades where he earned an Associates Degree in Auto Diesel Mechanics. After earning his degree, he was employed by Salem Township as an operator where he retired after twenty-one years. Domer married the love of his life, the former Rebecca Ann Weaver, on January 19, 1973. The couple celebrated their fiftieth anniversary this year. Rebecca will miss her husband dearly. When he wasn't at work, Domer loved spending time outdoors fishing and hunting. He adored his grandson, Ryan and loved spending time with him. Left to cherish his wonderful memory are his wife, Rebecca; his children, Robert W. Ritchey and Julie R. Grodecki and her husband, Mike; his grandson, Ryan Grodecki; his sister, Judy Woods (Steve) and their daughter, Jodi; his brothers, Harry Ritchey (Cathy) and their son, Jeremy Scott and Lewis Ritchey and his daughter, Kattie Brinkley (James); his brother-in-laws, Earl Weaver and Bruce Weaver; and his sister-in-law, Ruth Weaver. In addition to his parents, Domer was preceded in death by his sister, Jane McWilliams. Special thanks to: Mike and Julie Grodecki who offered their home and made many trips to downtown Pittsburgh, Earl Weaver who took care of things on the homefront, Tim Knepshield who stayed on call, VNA Hospice Team - Amy, Phyliss, Gregg, Alexa, and Chaplain Greg, Neighbors including surrounding church families and cousin, Joyce Curran, And especially to his brother, Harry Ritchey and sister-in-law, Ruth Aites. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, PA 16323 from 1pm to 3pm. A funeral service for Domer will be held immediately following the visitation at the funeral home at 3pm with Pastor Gregory Dill, chaplain of Venango Visiting Nurses Association, officiating. If planning to send flowers, hanging baskets are preferred by the family. Memorial contributions can be made in Domer’s memory to Venango Visiting Nurses Foundation, 491 Allegheny Blvd, Franklin, PA 16323. Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Domer’s Book of memories at www.WarrenFH.com.