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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved uncle/brother, James “Jim” Ritchey, who passed peacefully in the early morning hours of July 8, 2026.
Jim was a lifelong artist whose passion for comic books and illustration touched countless people. Throughout his career, he published artwork that reached audiences around the world, leaving behind a creative legacy that reflected his incredible imagination, talent, and love for the arts. In addition to his remarkable artistic abilities, Jim was also an avid music lover, finding joy, inspiration, and comfort through music throughout his life. Whether creating art or listening to his favorite songs, Jim embraced creativity in all its forms. He never stopped creating, and those who knew him understood that art wasn’t just something he did—it was who he was.
Jim is lovingly survived by his sisters, Lisa Naffis, Jan Shipskie, and Mimi Ritchey, along with dozens of nieces and nephews who will forever cherish the memories they shared with him.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia J. Chastain; his father, Jim E. Ritchey; and his beloved sister, Lynn Ritchey. We find comfort in knowing they have been reunited.
A memorial service celebrating Jim’s life will be held in the near future. Details will be shared with close friends and family as they become available.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider honoring Jim’s memory by making a donation to one of the following organizations that reflect the passions and compassion he carried throughout his life.
Hero Initiative is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping comic book creators in need. It provides emergency financial assistance, medical aid, and career support to comic artists, writers, inkers, colorists, and other creators facing financial hardship. For someone who devoted his life to comic book art, this is a meaningful way to celebrate Jim’s legacy while helping fellow artists continue their creative journeys.
Donate in Jim’s honor:
https://www.heroinitiative.org/hero-initiative-merchandise/donation-certificates/honoree-donation/
You may also choose to donate to Atlanta Mission, a nonprofit organization that has served the Atlanta community for more than 85 years by providing emergency shelter, nutritious meals, addiction recovery programs, job training, housing assistance, and long-term support for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness. Every donation helps provide hope, healing, and a path toward a fresh start for those in need.
Donate in Jim’s honor:
https://give.atlantamission.org/give/227142#!/donation/checkout?c_src=site&c_src2=main_nav
Thank you for keeping Jim, his artwork, and our family in your thoughts and prayers. His creativity, kindness, and passion will continue to live on through every life he touched and every piece of art he shared with the world.
Work from things Jim and I collaborated on:
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