Sunday, May 30, 1-3pm, Goodale Park Gazebo, 120 W. Goodale St.

Douglas Park Ritchey passed away February 17, 2021 at age 75. He is survived by his daughters Michelle (Ian McCullough), Barbara, and Samantha Beck, his brother Stan, good friend Judith Ritchey, and 11 grandchildren who affectionately called him “FeFi.” He is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Ester, and his brother Jerry.

Doug will be remembered fondly by both family and friends as a Renaissance Man. He had a variety of careers from milk inspector to jewelry maker and from bowling alley owner to coin dealer. He was active with the Doo Dah Parade as “Doug the Last, Emperor of the Short North.” He served in the Army doing a tour in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Captain.

Information about this event appears below.

• Meet at the Goodale Park Gazebo.

• More details will be placed here as we get closer to the event.

• There will be guest speakers who will share stories about Doug; please let us know if you’d like to be a speaker.

• There will be free parking at meters, and on the streets around the park, on Sundays.

• Bring your favorite story about Doug to share.

• All are invited.

• Wear masks; keep a social distance.

• Bring something to sit on.

This event is in loving memory of Douglas Ritchey, 1946-2021.

Hosted by Doo Dah Parade.