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Teresa Kay Blacker Ritchie

Mar. 10, 1957 - Jul. 19, 2023

Date of Service: Jul. 27, 2023

BURLEY – Teresa Kay Blacker Ritchie, a 66-year-old resident of Burley, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at her home from liver cancer.

She was born March 10, 1957, in Burley, Idaho, to Marvin Ladell and Lovel Louise Wheeler Blacker. She had five siblings, Ted (Kathleen) Blacker, Cindy (Dan) Lloyd, Wally (Lisa) Blacker, Linda (Tony) Holt, and Heather (Shane) Waters.

Teresa resided in Burley where she lived a full and active life filled with family and friends, as well as many activities such as, scouting, sewing, camping, and church.

On June 12, 1975, Teresa married the love of her life, Neil B Ritchie, in the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple. They were happily married for 48 years. They had five children, David (Kimberly) Ritchie, Michael (Erika) Ritchie, Michelle Huck, Brandon (Sarah) Ritchie, and Steven (Angela) Ritchie; as well as 18 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 27, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Unity 3rd Ward, located at 275 S. 250 E., of Burley, with Bishop David E. Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Thursday, preceding the service, at the church.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/TZa5zSHBGC4.

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Condolences for Teresa Kay Blacker Ritchie

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From Ashlyne Ritchie:

I miss you so much Grandma.

From Mary Zarybnisky:

Mrs. Ritchie brought a ray of sunshine and optimism with her wherever she went. She was always working on a project to give to someone who was in need of a smile. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers.

From Bart and Danene Beck:

We are so sorry for not being able to go to the funeral. We had other obligations. We just wanted you all to know your families are in our prayers that you will be comforted.

From Pat Orellana :

So sorry for this lose to the Ritchie family. My thoughts are with all of you.

From Marilyn Moncur Blacker:

I am so sorry to hear of Teresa’s death. She was always so sweet and pleasant to be around. May your memories bring you peace and comfort at this time of sorrow.

From Marilyn Moncur Blacker:

I am so sorry to hear of Teresa’s death. She was always so sweet and pleasant to be around. May your memories bring you peace and comfort at this time of sorrow.

From Anne Schorzman:

Neil, I am so sorry to hear of Teresa’s passing. I’m sure it leaves a big hole in your heart. Take care of yourself.

From Rell and Sanie Baker:

I’m sorry we won’t be able to attend the funeral. Condolences to the family. She will be missed.

From Eric & Nancy Fonnesbeck:

Teresa was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She always had a smile and was optimistic no matter the circumstance. We pray for comfort and peace for your family. We know she will be missed by all who knew her.

From Diann Smith:

Teresa, I will miss your laughter. It was infectious! My prayers are with your wonderful family.

From James and Kelly Peterson:

We will miss Teresa! She was one with a pure and kind heart, she was always looking to serve others. She was a wonderful example of loving like Jesus did. She was ever cheerful and hopeful! We will miss her optimism and her laugh.
We will think of Teresa whenever there are bubbles!

From James and Kelly Peterson:

We will miss Teresa! She was one with a pure and kind heart, she was always looking to serve others. She was a wonderful example of loving like Jesus did.
Ever cheerful and hopeful! We will miss her optimism and her laugh.
We will think of Teresa whenever there are bubbles!

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