Johnny and Brittany (Ballo) Ritenbaugh of Spartanburg, South Carolina, are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Elara Camille Ritenbaugh! She was born Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 10:24 PM. She weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces, and measured 20 inches long. Mom and baby are healthy. Elara is the fourth grandchild of both Don and Camille Ballo and Richard and Beth Ritenbaugh. Congratulations!
Susan Gail Collins passed away in the place she made her home on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the age of 70.
Susan was born the third daughter in a large family of seven children. She held a deep, lifelong respect for her parents, John and Evelyn, and her siblings remained her closest companions throughout life.
Her devotion to family continued into her marriage to Martin, her best friend, with whom she built a peaceful and happy home. Sue became a loving mother to their three children Stacey, Kristy, and Chris; and eventually, a grandmother to grandsons Jordan, Logan, and Dylan. She served alongside Martin in caring for the church.
Sue was kind and reserved, hard-working, never stopped thinking, and gave pleasant attention and a listening ear to those around her. Her gift of quiet strength helped her bear up under difficult circumstances. She rarely complained, and modestly worked with diligence in service of her family and the church.
Susan is survived by her husband of 48 years, Martin Collins; daughters, Stacey Wiley and Kristen Collins; her son, Christopher Collins; grandsons, Jordan and Logan Lemieux; her brother, Richard Ritenbaugh; sisters, Virginia Speaks, Diane McIver, Alison Graham, and Sharon Onisick. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, John and Evelyn Ritenbaugh; sister and friend, Carol Ford; and her beloved grandson, Dylan Lemieux.
Sue will forever be loved and honored by those who knew her. We are thankful for the wonderful example God gave us through her.
A memorial service will be held on November 24, 2024, at 12:00 pm. Refreshments to follow service.
Address:
Church of the Great God
10409 Barberville Road
Fort Mill, SC 29707
Church of the Great God is pleased to announce the baptisms of James Spurlock of Milford, Ohio, and Joey Swall of Oregon City, Oregon. They were baptized on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the DoubleTree Resort during the Feast of Tabernacles in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Richard Ritenbaugh and Mark Schindler officiated. Congratulations, and welcome to the Body of Christ, gentlemen!
Salvador Perez died peacefully at 2:30 PM today. Thank you for your prayers and love. Please remember his wife, Carmen, and all the others who are affected by this loss. His funeral will be held on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 10 AM in Saint Cloud, Florida. Richard Ritenbaugh will officiate.
Church of the Great God is pleased to announce the baptism of Trentan Cunningham of La Jolla, California. He was baptized after Sabbath services on September 28, 2024, in the waters of the Pacific off the beach near Scripps Memorial Pier. Richard Ritenbaugh officiated. Congratulations, and welcome to the Body of Christ, Trent!
There will be a memorial for Autumn Ariel on September 22, 2024. All are welcome between 1-5pm at the home of Ronny and Ali Graham, located at:
3574 Greystone Dr.
Lancaster, SC 29720
The family asks that you wear the colors of Autumn.
Light refreshments will be provided.
If you would like to contribute in any capacity, please contact Lacey Hunter at (803) 402-2617.
Church of the Great God is pleased to announce the baptism of Danielle Grabbe of Fort Mill, South Carolina. She was baptized after Sabbath services on August 10, 2024, at the church office. Richard Ritenbaugh and Martin Collins officiated. Congratulations, and welcome to the Body of Christ, Danielle!
Church of the Great God is happy to announce the baptism of Zoë Laydoo of Diego Martin, Trinidad. She was baptized on Thursday, August 8, 2024, in Trinidad while family and friends looked on. Richard Ritenbaugh officiated. Congratulations, and welcome to the Body of Christ, Zoë!