RITCH, Madge Lazzari, age 97, of St. Petersburg, went home to be with the Lord on July 20, 2022. She was born and raised on Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands. She married Edward Ritch in 1946. They moved to the United States in 1963 opening a business in Bonita Springs and thrilled to become American citizens. In 1968 they moved to St. Petersburg where they owned and managed apartments until retirement. She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years. She is survived by many nieces and nephews in the United States and Cayman Islands. She loved her family, was an amazing hostess who loved people, and was active for many years at North East Park Baptist Church. Her faith in God, love of family, and optimism will be her legacy. Arrangements are being handled by Sorensen Funeral Home.

A viewing will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, July 30th at 11am with the service beginning at 12pm. Interment to follow afterword at Memorial Park Cemetery.