of Clarksville, AR
February 20, 1965 - August 9, 2016
Donald ''Donnie'' Lee Ritchie Jr, 51 of Clarksville, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at his home. Donnie was born February 20, 1965 in Atascadero, CA. to Mr. Donald Sr. and Margo (Rowe) Ritchie. Donnie enjoyed watching pro football, racing, and monster trucks, his grandchildren were his biggest passion in life. He is preceded in death by his parents; and one nephew, Blaine Allen Ritchie.
Donnie is survived by his wife, Carol (Hopkins) Ritchie; one daughter, Desiree Ritchie of Clarksville; four sons, Junior Walker, Jason Ritchie, Larry Ritchie, and Donald and Natasha Ritchie all of Clarksville; four grandchildren, Nolan, Mason, Weston, and Carter Ritchie; Two brothers, Ted and Sylvia Ritchie and Robbie and Jeannie Ritchie all of Lamar; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be 2:00 4:00 P.M. Sunday, August 14, 2016 at the Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service will be 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 15, 2016 at the Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Audrey Poteet officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty Hill Cemetery with Quincy Criss, Edgar Salinas, Levi Price-Bateson, Lloyd McClellan, James Allison, Rande Smith, Peter Piccus, and Shawn Daniel ''Boone'' Jones serving as pallbearers, Roger Hopkins and Richard Pinon serving as honorary pallbearers.
A meal will be served to all family and friends following the burial at the Cherry Street Baptist Church.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller Cox Funeral Home (479) 754-2201. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clarksville
So sorry for your Loss. We at Cherry Street Baptist are praying for your family in your time mourning. Mr. Donnie is enjoying the victory and the comfort of holding the hands of Jesus.
We can not fully put into words how sorry we are for your loss.... Carol, just know that you & the entire family are in our thoughts & prayers... Things won't be the same for those that had the chance to know him & work with him.... If y'all need anything let us know...
So sorry for your loss carol, you will be in my thoughts and prayers! He will be missed dearly! Love you guys.
We will miss Don so very much! Most of all will miss him grilling his chicken. The smell was so inviting! We are praying for Carol and the kids. If you need anything just let us know! Rest In Peace
My Friend!
I'm sorry for the loss of Donnie! He was a awesome man, funny full of life, he had so much love to give! I'll pray for peace and comfort in this time of need!