Tamara “Tammy” Renee (Gzikowski) Ritchea

TAMARA “TAMMY” RENEE (GZIKOWSKI) RITCHEA, 54, of Bethany, WV, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Peterson, Wheeling, WV. Tammy was born on October 28, 1970 in Tacoma, Washington. She was the daughter of Shirley (Hayes) Gzikowski of Avella, PA and the late Henry Gzikowski. Tammy dedicated 16 years of service to Bethany College in the Housekeeping Department. She will be fondly remembered not only for her hard work and kind spirit but also for the many hobbies she loved. Tammy enjoyed crocheting, diamond painting, playing cards, and working on puzzles. Most of all, she was a devoted fan of the TV show Friends — she never missed an episode and loved sharing quotes and laughs from her favorite sitcom. Her warmth and joyful energy will be deeply missed by all who knew her. In addition to her mother, Tammy is survived by her son, Austin Ritchea of Bethany, WV; and two siblings, Kristie Winters and Jonathan Gzikowski and his companion, Joanie, all of Avella, PA. The Chambers Funeral Home of Wellsburg was honored and privileged to serve the family with a simple cremation. Condolences, photos and stories may be viewed or added at www.chambersandjames.com.