Photos include images taken by Bud’s Photography

Buddy Ritch, former mayor of Kinston, passed away Monday evening, leaving behind a significant legacy of community service. O.A. “Buddy” Ritch was 95. He served as mayor from 1985-1997 and for a fourth term from 2005-2009.

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