Earl Ritter's Obituary
Earl Ritter, age 81, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 18, 2020. He was born on May 2, 1939 to Herbert and Romayne (Stout) Ritter in Fremont, OH. Earl proudly served in the United States Army. He was a working member of the Michigan Flywheelers of South Haven. He is survived by his wife, Lynn Ritter; children, Dave Ritter (Lucy) of Fremont, Ohio and Della (Mark) Stearns of Tipp City. He was preceded in death by his son Donald Ritter of Grayling Michigan. Also surviving him include, grandchildren Jessica Woody (Mike) Ashley Linch (Shane), Michael Stearns, Emily Abbott (Ben), and Isaac Ritter; great-grandchildren Adelyn, Reagan and Isaiah. He leaves 4 sisters, Ann, Linda, Jane, Sue, and 2 brothers, Tom and Ray. Two brothers, Chuck and Jim preceded him in death. Cremation will take place and a family service will be held at a future date in Earl’s hometown in Fremont, Ohio. For a more lasting memory, donations in Earl’s name can be made out to the Michigan Flywheelers of South Haven, 64958 Bangor, MI 49013. Feel free to share a memory with the family at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements entrusted to The Lee Chapel of the Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St. Norton Shores, MI 49444.
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