Ritchie A Thorne

Ritchie A Thorne

January 11, 1957 - December 17, 2025

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LODI - Ritchie A. Thorne, age 68, of Lodi, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at UW Hospital and Clinics.


He was born on January 11, 1957, in Whitewater, Wis., the son of William and Pauline (Crandall) Thorne.


Ritchie graduated from Whitewater.  He married Cindy Gray on January 21, 1983.


Ritchie worked as a Project Manager for American Family Insurance retiring in 2020.


Ritchie enjoyed family, golf, pontooning and fishing and was a huge fan of spectator sports!


Ritchie is survived by his wife Cindy; two daughters, Teresa (Kirk) Keller, and Tina Albrecht; son, Christopher (Jaci Kelly) Thorne; two grandchildren, TJ (Marie) Knudtson, and Patrick Kelly-Thorne; sister, Lisa Lambson; and brother, Gary Thorne.


He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Patricia Travis.


Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON LODI FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 157 S. Main St., Lodi, on Friday January 16, 2026 from 9:30 am until 11 am followed with a memorial service. A celebration of life will be held after the service at REACH OUT LODI, 601 Clark St., Lodi, from 12 noon to 2 pm.
 

Memorials may be made to the family of Ritchie Thorne.


For more information and online condolences please visit www.gundersonfh.com


Gunderson Lodi

Funeral & Cremation Care

157 S. Main St.

(608) 592-3201


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Fri Jan 16, 2026 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
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Memorial Service
Fri Jan 16, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
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Luncheon After Service
Fri Jan 16, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
Reach Out Lodi Communtity Center • 601 Clark St., Lodi, WI 53555
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Ritchie A Thorne
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Lodi
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Ivory Ross
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I worked with Ritch at Amfam and we did not interact very often but when we did he was always kind, professional, and had a smile on his face. A genuinely nice person. He will be missed. -Ivory Ross
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gregory kuelz
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I am devastated to hear of Ritchie’s passing. He was such a great friend for so many years. So many amazing memories. My life was a bit happier because he was part of it. My prayers and deep condolences to Cyd. I share your sorrow. Greg
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Alan Syens
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Sure going to miss you my friend!! Great times together over the last 20 years whether it was our daily lunches at AMFAM or golfing all around the state during our retirement years. Such great laughs!! Rest in peace my brother!! Love Ya! Save me a spot in your foursome. - Alan Syens
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Wendi Horne
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Going to miss laughing with you my friend. I don’t think anyone will forget Tina’s rehearsal dinner! So happy you were there to laugh about it all with me. I really needed and appreciated that. Much love and hugs. Rest easy my friend 🤗💜
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The Amfam VDI Team
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Our warmest condolences,

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