Earl Ritz Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Earl Ritz Jr., 92, of Scott Depot, passed away January 25, 2019 at home. He was born July 24, 1926, in Dana, WV to the late Earl and Mary Ritz. He graduated from Charleston High School. He was part of the world’s greatest generation where he fought and served in the Philippines and Japan. He returned home where he married his high school sweetheart, and for over 70 years they lived happily ever after, celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary this last New Year’s Eve. He is survived by his wife of over 70 years, Jeannette (Dickson) Ritz of Scott Depot; children, Earl Ritz (Ellen) of St. Albans, daughter, Cindi Robusto (Peter) of Hurricane; grandchildren, Michael Robtusto, Crystal Miller (Daniel), Michelle Martin (Travis) and Allison Persinger (Rocky); 4 great grandchildren; sister, Elizabeth Bird (Larry) of Scott Depot; niece, Lisa Bird of NY; and many other extended family and friends. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to caregiver, Sheryl Settle and to HospiceCare. The family suggests donations in lieu of flowers to HospiceCare at 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West Charleston WV 25387. Chapman Funeral Home, family owned and located at 3941 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, is honored to serve the Ritz family.

Earl Ritz Jr.

July 24, 1926 - January 25, 2019