Sherry J. Ritchey

Sherry Joy Ritchey, 80, of Phoenix, Ariz., passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

A daughter of the late George and Audrey Staley, Sherry was born and raised in Garrett, Indiana.

Sherry was a caring mother and grandmother. Gifted in hospitality, Sherry loved to entertain family and friends. She always made holidays special. While living in a number of states, Sherry and Wendell always hosted bible studies in their home where he would lead, and she would prepare a spread of treats. Sherry loved the Lord and was currently attending NorthWay Baptist Church in Scottsdale.

She is survived by her daughters, Robyn (Eric) Crawford and Stacie (Matt) Witten; grandchildren, Jacob (Anna) and Leisha (Alex) Keller; great grandchildren, Keirsten, Daniel, Ezekiel and Samuel Crawford; a niece, Jill Salas and a sister-in-law, Kay Staley.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Wendell Ritchey; and a brother, James Staley.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Greenwood Cemetery, Indiana, PA. Robinson-Lytle-Shoemaker Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests memorial contributions be made to Foothills Foodbank, 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive, Cave Creek, AZ 85331.