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Robert RITCHIE

2026 · Bay of Plenty

Died 3 September 2026Posted 6 September 2026

RITCHIE, Robert John. Peacefully in Cantabria Care Home, Rotorua on Thursday, 3rd September 2026 with Valerie by his side. Dearly loved husband of Valerie for 65 years, father and father in law of John and Kirsten, and the late Bruce. Loved Grandad of Logan, Declan and Evan.

The Funeral Service for Robert will be held in Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel, 197 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua on Friday 11th September at 11:00am.

Arranged by Osbornes Funeral Directors

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