Veteran journalist James Ritchie passed away at the Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) in Kuching today. He was 75 years old.
Borneo Post reported that former State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Jacob Robert Ridu confirmed Ritchie passed away after suffering from an illness.
“We are saddened to inform you that that veteran journalist Mr James Ritchie, who is also a family (member) to me, has gone to be with the Lord,” Ridu said in a statement.
“He passed away peacefully at SGH today. May his soul rest in eternal peace.”
The National Press Club Malaysia extends our heartfelt condolences to Ritchie’s family.
