Joshua Alan Ritch – 26
Bullard Texas
February 7 1994 – May 10 2020
Donation – Bullard Boy Scout Troop 366
Joshua Alan Ritch, age 26 of Bullard passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, May 10 2020.
Josh was born on February 7 1994 to Alan and Shelly Ritch of Bullard. Josh grew up in Bullard and
graduated from Bullard High School in 2012 where he participated in football and theater. Josh was an
Eagle Scout and a member of Troop 366 in Bullard from first grade, advancing ranks and being
nominated for the Order of the Arrow, and then obtained his Eagle Scout rank at age 14. Josh continued
being active in Scouts mentoring younger scouts and volunteering at numerous events and community
projects.
Josh attended Trinity Valley Community College after high school on a Theater scholarship. After
college, Josh lived in Bullard and Tyler. He worked in the survey and oil field industry as a pipeline X-Ray
technician.
Josh was married to Elizabeth Perry on April 19, 2019. They attended Colonial Hills Baptist church in
Tyler.
Josh was known by all for his gift of making people laugh. He was the life of every party, class clown,
king of improve and reciting any comedic movie. Josh never met a stranger and if you were, by the end
of the night, you became a true friend. Josh was proud of his Irish heritage and would use any given
opportunity to break out in an Irish song or dance. You rarely ever saw Josh not wearing some form of
green shirt or hat and never without his 4 leaf clover necklace. He had a rare gift to spot a 4 leaf clover
in a patch that most people would just walk by. He brought people happiness and made sure that you
were included and genuinely cared for. He loved bonfires and any chance to get together and tell
stories and jokes. Laughter was his gift – and it was infectious.
Josh loved fiercely. His wife, his family, his friends. If Josh met you, then you became family. He was
the friend to call with any need and he would be the first to make sure you were taken care of. Josh just
wanted everyone around him to be happy and laugh.
Josh was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle, cousin and most importantly a friend to all. He loved
without abandon or judgement. Josh loved the outdoors, camping, firearms, weight lifting and
motorcycles. He will be severely missed by all who knew and loved him.
Josh is preceded in death by his Pawpaw Jerry Ritch.
Josh is survived by wife, Beth Ritch, parents Alan and Shelly Ritch of Bullard, Sister Kaylee and husband
Alex Gonzalez and their two daughters Camila and Sofia of Bullard, Sister Sarah Ritch of Longview,
Brother in law Daniel and wife Ali Perry of Tyler, Brother in law Billy Perry, Active United States Army
and numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be from 2-4 pm on Tuesday, May 19 2020 at Boren Conner Funeral Home in Bullard. A
graveside service will be at 10 am on Wednesday, May 20 2020 at Walnut Grove Cemetery, officiated by
Pastor Ronald Herring. A memorial bonfire celebration will be held at a later date to honor Josh.
In lieu of flowers, if desired, we would love for donations to be made to Bullard Boy Scout Troop 366
through Bullard Southern Baptist Church c/o Boy Scouts honor Josh Ritch PO Box 338 Bullard Tx 75757.
Pallbearers –
Stephen Spiers
Kyler Keller
Dylan Searcy
JT Moss
Chase Vinson
Chase Connor
Nick Gilley
Joshua Alan Ritch – 26
Bullard Texas
February 7 1994 – May 10 2020
Donation – Bullard Boy Scout Troop 366
Joshua Alan Ritch, age 26 of Bullard passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, May 10 2020.
Josh was born on February 7 1994 to Alan and Shelly Ritch of Bullard. Josh grew up in Bullard and
graduated from Bullard High School in 2012 where he participated in football and theater. Josh was an
Eagle Scout and a member of Troop 366 in Bullard from first grade, advancing ranks and being
nominated for the Order of the Arrow, and then obtained his Eagle Scout rank at age 14. Josh continued
being active in Scouts mentoring younger scouts and volunteering at numerous events and community
projects.
Josh attended Trinity Valley Community College after high school on a Theater scholarship. After
college, Josh lived in Bullard and Tyler. He worked in the survey and oil field industry as a pipeline X-Ray
technician.
Josh was married to Elizabeth Perry on April 19, 2019. They attended Colonial Hills Baptist church in
Tyler.
Josh was known by all for his gift of making people laugh. He was the life of every party, class clown,
king of improve and reciting any comedic movie. Josh never met a stranger and if you were, by the end
of the night, you became a true friend. Josh was proud of his Irish heritage and would use any given
opportunity to break out in an Irish song or dance. You rarely ever saw Josh not wearing some form of
green shirt or hat and never without his 4 leaf clover necklace. He had a rare gift to spot a 4 leaf clover
in a patch that most people would just walk by. He brought people happiness and made sure that you
were included and genuinely cared for. He loved bonfires and any chance to get together and tell
stories and jokes. Laughter was his gift – and it was infectious.
Josh loved fiercely. His wife, his family, his friends. If Josh met you, then you became family. He was
the friend to call with any need and he would be the first to make sure you were taken care of. Josh just
wanted everyone around him to be happy and laugh.
Josh was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle, cousin and most importantly a friend to all. He loved
without abandon or judgement. Josh loved the outdoors, camping, firearms, weight lifting and
motorcycles. He will be severely missed by all who knew and loved him.
Josh is preceded in death by his Pawpaw Jerry Ritch.
Josh is survived by wife, Beth Ritch, parents Alan and Shelly Ritch of Bullard, Sister Kaylee and husband
Alex Gonzalez and their two daughters Camila and Sofia of Bullard, Sister Sarah Ritch of Longview,
Brother in law Daniel and wife Ali Perry of Tyler, Brother in law Billy Perry, Active United States Army
and numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be from 2-4 pm on Tuesday, May 19 2020 at Boren Conner Funeral Home in Bullard. A
graveside service will be at 10 am on Wednesday, May 20 2020 at Walnut Grove Cemetery, officiated by
Pastor Ronald Herring. A memorial bonfire celebration will be held at a later date to honor Josh.
In lieu of flowers, if desired, we would love for donations to be made to Bullard Boy Scout Troop 366
through Bullard Southern Baptist Church c/o Boy Scouts honor Josh Ritch PO Box 338 Bullard Tx 75757.
Pallbearers –
Stephen Spiers
Kyler Keller
Dylan Searcy
JT Moss
Chase Vinson
Chase Connor
Nick Gilley 
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