John E. Ritz
Pittsford: February 2, 2020, at the age of 83. Predeceased by his parents, Dr. Edward Virginia Ritz; sister, Mary Cavallaro. John is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary H. (Whelehan) Ritz; children, Holly A. (Dr. James Passmore) Feldmann, John P. (Nicole) Ritz and Danielle M. (Steve) Schott; grandchildren, Ryan Feldmann, Adam Feldmann, Jared Ritz, Madalyn Schott, Erin Ritz, Natalie Schott, Stephanie Schott Ryan Passmore.
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John graduated from Holy Cross College in 1959 and went to serve his country in the US Army from 1959 until 1965. He married the love of his life, Mary on October 17, 1964 and they raised their three children together. John volunteered for many causes and was most proud of his time as a National Swimming Official. He retired from Delco Products after working for over 30 years as an Industrial Engineer. For more information, visit www.bartolomeo.com
John's service will be held privately, for immediate family members only, at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 23rd at White Haven Memorial Park. Donations may be sent to the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131 in John's memory.
Tributes
Tom Fox wrote on May 26, 2020:
"Mary, just one of many, many Maplewood neighbors and friends who offer sympathy. You and John were wonderful additions to our vibrant neighborhood for a very long time. I had your husband's celebration of life plans on my calendar for several weeks and only the current world health events keep me from expressing my thoughts in person.
Warmest personal regards and prayers,
Tom Fox"
Shena Cavallaro wrote on Apr 2, 2020:
"Mary and Family,
I just heard of Johns passing and I am so sorry. My condolences to you and the family. Another angel in the sky. May the memories we have stay in our hearts forever. ?? Shena Cavallaro"
Bill Clicquennoi wrote on Feb 20, 2020:
"Dear Mary and Family,
I was made aware of John's passing when speaking with Marge Sentiff a short while ago. We talked about John and his steady, generous and neighborly contributions to our Seneca Pkwy families. We enjoyed so much those days when children were young, when Maplewood was proudly represented by your lovely home, on the annual Home Tour and when evening walks brought us all closer together. I remember having many conversations with John. I enjoyed them and him very much.
May your hearts be blessed with beautiful memories and may smiles come to your faces when you share family stories, and get together to look at pictures that represented so many wonderful times together. I will keep John and you fresh in my thoughts and prayers....
Blessings your way,
Bill Clicquennoi, Former Seneca Pkwy neighbor and Friend"
Nancy wrote on Feb 4, 2020:
"Such a fine man who set a wonderful example for all who knew him. Our hearts are broken and will miss him terribly. Love to Mary and the family.
Nancy and Chuck"