James Nelson Ritchie

January 30, 1956 - March 5, 2021

James Nelson Ritchie (Jim), of Royal Palm Beach, Fl passed away suddenly on Friday March 5, 2021, in Palms West Hospital, at the age of 65. Jim was born to parents Jack and Frances Ritchie on January 30, 1956 in WPB, Florida. He grew up in Belvedere Homes and attended Palm Beach High School. In January of 1996, he married Teresa at the little white Chapel in the Yesteryear Village during the South Florida Fair and they just celebrated their 25th Wedding Anniversary, although together for 33 years. Jim is survived by his wife Teresa Ritchie, Sons James Ritchie, Jr., Justin Allen, Joshua Ritchie and Jacob Ritchie; Daughters Billie Jo Britton, Donna Ritchie, Misty Samples, Elizabeth Pientka and Crystal Ritchie; his Mother Frances Ritchie, Sisters Jackie King, Wendy Burnett and Teresa Butler, Brothers Dennis Ritchie, Sr and David Ritchie, Sr., as well as several Nieces and Nephews. Jim also had; 13 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his father, Jack Ritchie; his granddaughter Alyssa Mckinnon and his Niece Frances Jordan. Jim was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. There was nothing more important to him then his family and friends (extended family). He lived life to the fullest and always gave much more then he received. The family is so grateful for all of the condolences and would like you to know that there will be a Celebration of Life in May. The location, date and time to be determined.