Phyllis Jean Ritchie, 78, of Timberville, VA passed away February 8, 2022 at Skyline Terrace Nursing Home in Woodstock.

She was born November 12, 1943 in Broadway to the late Robert Earl and Leona Dellinger Ritchie.

Phyllis was a homemaker.  She had a heart of gold and loved lending a hand to anyone who needed help.  She loved gardening and her precious animals.

On January 5, 1962 she married Jack L. Ritchie, who preceded her in death July 31, 2001.

Surviving are two sons, Bill Phillips and wife Vickie of Harrisonburg, Jack Ritchie, Jr. of Broadway; one daughter, Diana Rhodes and husband Eddie of Timberville; one sister, Brenda Fansler of Broadway; three grandchildren, Hunter Corbin, Pierce Rhodes, Zack Phillips and wife Miranda.

Phyllis was preceded in death by two brothers, Earl Ritchie and Gary Ritchie; and her former companion, Charlie Jones.

Pastor Tina Nelson will conduct a funeral service 11:00 AM Friday at Spring Creek Church of the Nazarene in Bridgewater.  Burial will be at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Masks are encouraged.

Friends may view and sign the guestbook from 9 AM- 7 PM Thursday at Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway.

Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA, P.O. Box 413, Harrisonburg, VA  22803.