Nancy C. (Joiner) Ritlaw

Nancy C. Ritlaw, 82, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024 in her residence, surrounded by her family.

Nancy was born on January 15, 1942 in Benton Harbor, MI to Clifford and Lena (Hardester) Joiner. They preceded her in death along with three sons Steven Earl Kraft Sr., Corey Michael Ritlaw, and Christian Allen Kraft, two grandchildren Steven Earl Kraft Jr. and Aiden Reid Ladd and 12 brothers and sisters.

On August 20, 1981 she married Martin Ritlaw who survives along with five daughters Krystal (Javier) Serratos, Ashley Ritlaw, Terra Phillips, Brittney (Chase) Cody, and Jennifer (Shane) Ardrey, two sons David Ritlaw and Bryce Ritlaw, 25 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and a brother Floyd Joiner.

Nancy was employed by New Products in Benton Harbor. She was a foster parent for over 20 years doing what she loved and helping children in need. She was the oldest member of El Bethel Church of God in Coloma and loved to read magazines and most importantly, the Bible.

Funeral services will be celebrated Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 4 pm at the El Bethel Church of God, 6993 Red Arrow Highway, Coloma.  Burial will follow in Fairview Memorial Cemetery, Watervliet.  Viewing will take place from 2pm until services in the church.  Zahoran Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. 

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