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Donald Ritz Obituary
He was born August 22, 1929 and raised in Red Lion, PA, the son of Sherwood F. Ritz and Marian Aroh Ritz. He attended Red Lion High School, Augusta Military Academy and later graduated from The University of Nebraska.
He served 24 years in the US Army, first the artillery branch and then as a pilot and completed 2 tours in Korea and one in Vietnam. Upon retirement, Dad pursued a career as a businessman specializing in water and wastewater.
He and his wife of 63 years were long time residents of Colorado Springs before moving to Albany, GA.
He is survived by his wife, a daughter, 3 sons 7 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, brothers-in law, nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at Putney United Methodist Church in Albany on January 23, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at the church.
The family requests that donations be made to Albany Community Hospice in lieu of flowers at 320 Foundation Lane Albany, GA. 31707.
Hall & Hall Funeral Home of Albany, GA. was given the honor to serve the Ritz family.
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Mike Stiehl
February 12, 2016
Col Don Ritz - my mentor and true friend - I know you have found peace. The World is poorer without you. My best to Nyla and the "Kids."
Mike & Alisanne Wilde
January 18, 2016
So very sorry to hear. Sending love and prayers,
Daryl&Cindy Ritz
January 17, 2016
Until we meet again dad, we love you.
Steve Cress
January 17, 2016
LTC Ritz was a great man with a great family. I'm glad we had the opportunity to be neighbors all those years ago.
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