Joseph Raymond Ritchie (LaFonatine), 40 of Lakeshore, MS died on Friday May 23rd at St. Joseph’s Hospice Care Facility pending complications of a stroke.

He was born to Cornelius R. LaFonatine (deceased) and Marilyn R. Ritchie (deceased). He is survived by his 4 biological children, 3 older siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nephews, many cousins, and friends.

Joseph walked through this world on his own terms, showing the kindness in his heart to many. He was loved and will be missed.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is providing cremation with a private grave side service to be held.