HAMPTON - Rhys Tyler Ritter, 18, passed away Friday, December 14, 2012. Born in San Antonio, TX, he has been a resident of Poquoson for 10 years. Rhys was a senior at Poquoson High School and a member of the Poquoson Lacrosse Team. He also had a great love for music and was a member of the Poquoson High School Chorus. Rhys is survived by his parents, Krysia and Todd Ritter; sisters, Marysia K. Ritter; brothers, Ramsey T. Ritter and Riley Todd Ritter; maternal grandparents, Darlene and Jan Turzanski; paternal grandparents, Peggy and Thomas E. Ritter, Sr.; and niece, Sienna Marie. The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 pm Thursday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Immediately following at 7:00 pm, a memorial mass will be celebrated by Rev. Msgr. Robert Perkins. The family wishes expressions of sympathy to take the form of contributions to the Poquoson Lacrosse Club, Rhys Ritter Scholarship Fund, BB&T, 452 Wythe Creek Rd., Poquoson, 23662. Arrangements are by Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions in Hampton, 757-825-8070.
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Still remembering with you. I hope you and the family are all well!
Traci-Dale Crawford
Friend
December 19, 2019
I continue to think about Rhys every day. He truly was an amazing person and great friend. I pray for y'all, that you may find strength in The Lord in this time of grieving.
Mabree Fehl
January 20, 2013
Dear Krysia. I have been out of town and was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will be praying for you. With much love.
January 9, 2013
Dearest Family,
There are no words to express our deepest sympathy for the tragic loss of one of our family's shining stars. Rhys' light will continue to shine, living on with so many.
May the healing hand of our Lord give you peace, knowing that Rhys has begun his eternal life after knowing nothing but love from such a caring and giving family.
We are here to support you all in any way that is needed.
We Love you all,
Jan, Pam, Alisia, Vanessa, Maddy and Jessie
December 22, 2012
Dear Ritter Family:
Rhys was a friend of our Son, Nathan, and our family wanted you to know that we are so sorry for your loss; you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Keep and Heal your family at this time.
Richards Family
December 21, 2012
Dear Todd and Krysia,
I am so deeply sorry to hear about Rhys's passing. I am having trouble finding words to even say to you. Just know there are so many people thinking about you and sending prayers and supportive thoughts your way.
Jenny (Gray) Roberts
December 20, 2012
Krysia,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's strength, comfort and peace be with you all at this time.
Sobi Walton
December 20, 2012
Our hearts reach out to you,Todd, Krysia and your family. We will be thinking of you in the days ahead with our thoughts and prayers. Love, Bob and Sue Nunnally
Susan Nunnally
December 20, 2012
My fullest condolences to The Ritter family in your time of grieving. The days of manhunt and playing in the neighborhood are cherished memories. We all enjoyed the company of Rhys. May he rest in peace and look down on us from heaven.
Morgan Rollins
December 20, 2012
My your hearts heal by recalling all the wonderful memories you had with Rhys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle & Shawn Hanratty
December 20, 2012
Words can't express the pain in my heart for your family. Rhys was always so wonderful and polite. Such a wonderful young man. I am so sorry for your loss.
Marie Hansler
December 20, 2012
Ritter Family:
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in knowing that you will be together again someday. Love and prayers, Chris Gibbs and family
December 20, 2012
I can't imagine what you are going through. He was a polite young man who always spoke or smiled when he saw me working in the yard. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Deepest sympathy
Kelly Meetze
December 19, 2012
Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
Mark and Connie Sitler
December 19, 2012
Todd,Krysia and family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Todd Kriner
December 19, 2012
To the Ritter family. Rhys worked with my son Jesse at POS and considered him a great friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this heartbreaking time.
Karen Donzell
December 19, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Todd, Krysia and the entire family. May Rhys's spirit always shine on you.
Steve & Bobbie Kelchner
December 19, 2012
Helen Ochej
December 19, 2012
Krysia,
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm sorry I never had the opportunity to meet him, but have fond memories of good times spent with your parents and grandparents. With love, Helen Ochej
Helen Ochej
December 19, 2012
Rhys was extremely easy to get along with and we became pretty close friends once we got into high school. I'll never forget all the good times we've had man. Gonna miss you but I'm certain I'll see you again. Love you bro.
-Eric Thomas
December 19, 2012
Todd, Krysia, Ramsey, Riley, Marysia and Sienna,
Words cannot begin to express the heartbreak we all feel. My heart aches for you. Please know that you are loved and will be in our thoughts and prayers over the coming months. We are here for you if you need anything. I hope you will be lifted up and carried if need be by this wonderful close community of ours. Although we will miss him dearly, our memories of Rhys will continue to play huge part of all of our lives and he will be forever in our hearts!
The Henton Family
December 19, 2012
Todd, Krysia and family,
With such deep sorrow we offer your family our prayers and support.May you receive God's strength and comfort and may your precious son take rest in the arms of the Lord.
With much love, Art, Leticia, Sophie, Tori, Laura and Gabby Madril
December 19, 2012
friendship NEVER dies. im gonna miss you alot man
billy
December 19, 2012
Our hearts ache with you on the loss of such a vibrant young man. Your family remains in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Justiniano
December 19, 2012
Todd and Krysia and family, Liz and I have fond memories of your family introducing us to the Wi with the Pirone's. We were so saddened by your loss. Our prayers are with you and the entire Ritter family. Scott and Liz Lynn
December 19, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Parkers
December 19, 2012
I don't know you guys, but my heart broke when I heard about your loss. I just said a big prayer for your family and I will continue to pray that God will give you strength through this.
Emily
December 18, 2012
I'am so sorry for your loss,I can't even imagine your pain, when I heard the news,I broke down with disbelief, Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Bettyjo Johnson
December 18, 2012
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are camping friends of Jan and Darlene. We know what it is to loose a child. We lost our son in Feb. 1998. He is with us always. You will learn to go on with life but you will never forget them. Time does help, but it is a long road. You will be in our prayers.
Larry & Becky Thornton
December 18, 2012
Dear Ritter Family,
Rhys worked for us at Anna's for a short time but his smile will always stay with us.He was such a delight and will be greatly missed. Our sympathy goes out to the whole Ritter family and may God be with you all in your time of need.~Sal & Susan Russo
Sal & Susan Russo
December 18, 2012
In times of loss, we pray. Please know that our prayers go out to your entire family for the loss of Rhys. The Kenneally's - Lynn, Dave and Jake
Lynn Kenneally
December 18, 2012
So sorry for your loss..Your family is in our thoughts and prayer
Becky Lang
December 18, 2012
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Deepest sympathy.
Barbara Gregor
December 18, 2012
Fagley Family
December 18, 2012
Fagley Family
December 18, 2012
Heart felt sympathy to the families.....may God give you the strength during this these hoursof need....you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Frank Barone
December 18, 2012
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this time of deepest sorrow...there are no words to express the pain we feel for your loss, May God Bless you & comfort you now & in days to come..Sincerely, The Baynards (Bradley Baynard,PHS)
December 18, 2012
If there were any words that could lift this burden from your hearts, I would certainly say them. May you find peace in knowing how much your son was loved by everyone! Your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave, Stacy & Dylan Deibel
Stacy Deibel
December 18, 2012
We are so so sorry to hear of this terrible loss. We offer our deepest sympathy and any support we can give. We are praying for comfort and peace for all of your family.
George & Shirley Durrwachter
December 18, 2012
Krysia and Todd: No words can give you comfort or ease the pain. We don't know why our love ones are taken from us when it happen, but I pray your faith in our father above will get your family through this time of sorrow. I am here for you.
Gloria Moore
December 18, 2012
Adam and I send our deepest condolences during this very difficult time. We pray that you find peace in knowing that Rhys is now watching over you all.
Courtney Campbell
December 18, 2012
Todd, Krysia and Family
We are so sorry for your loss, our hearts are so heavy for you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob, Tina & Tyler & Steffan Baker
December 18, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Rhys. Many thoughts and prayers of comfort and strength are with your family in the days and weeks ahead.
Garrison family
December 18, 2012
Todd and Krysia, our heart aches for your loss. With our deepest sympathies, we pray for your strength. Marcus and Debbie Tate
December 18, 2012
We offer our deepest condolences to you all. Tommy, the kids and I have enjoyed getting to know you and your family. Please remember that we are here for you in anyway that you may need. We send wishes of peace and love to surround you during this time.
Tommy, Jaimie, Stephanie, Amanda and Vincent Chandler-Poquoson.
Jaimie Chandler
December 18, 2012
We were so sad to hear about your loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rhys was loved by all and will missed by our whole community. The Cannella Family
Rich, Natalie, Richie & Travis
Natalie cannella
December 18, 2012
Rhys was such a wonderful fourth grader with an amazing character. It saddens me deeply to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to your whiole family. May God give you the strength and peace to comfort you at this time. Joann and Bob Lippincott
December 18, 2012
Marie & Erik, The Hansler-Bray Family
December 18, 2012
Dearest Todd and Krysia - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of great loss. Linda(Shein),and Roy Hughes
December 18, 2012
Dearest Todd and Krysia - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this of great loss. Linda(Shein) and Roy Hughes.
December 18, 2012
Todd and Krysia,
We are so very sorry for your loss. There are no words to ease the pain, just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and and in our prayers.
Tony & Michelle Benner
December 18, 2012
Words of sympathy are inadequate to express the sorrow we feel for all of you and the sorrow we carry in our hearts. We can and will, always, offer our comfort and support. We look to our faith and our faith in one another to guide us through our time of need.
Love, Uncle Dave, Aunt Alisia, and Hanna
December 18, 2012
I've never met Rhys before but I have met his mother and father which are wonderful people!! Adam and I are so sorry to hear about your loss, your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
December 18, 2012
My heart felt sympithy goes out to the whole Ritter Family. Rhys was taken way to early but our lord god must have needed him for a higher purpose God be with all of you. Rhys is with the Angels up above watching all of us now.
Jennifer Armstrong
December 18, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all in this sad time.
Amber Deach
December 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are for your family in your time of need. God bless.
The Jamisons
December 18, 2012
The Whitlow Family extends our condolences to you ALL.
Barbara & Paul Whitlow
December 18, 2012
Todd and Krysia,
I am deeply saddened for the loss of your son. Our heart and prayers go out to you and the rest of the Ritter family. Please, if there is anything I can do please let me know?
Stephen "Hammer" Hambrecht
December 18, 2012
Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength
Pirrone Family
December 18, 2012
May the love of family and friends surround you and help support you at this difficult time. Prayers from friends and strangers are being said on your families behalf. Rhys memory and love will always be in your hearts, until you see him again.
The Duncan-Hopkins family
December 18, 2012
We know there are no words that can provide comfort, but know that your family is loved and that you are surrounded by a community who is ready to assist in any way you need as you move forward.
The Crawford Family
December 18, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Amanda Cole
December 18, 2012
Todd and Krysia,
My heart goes out to both of you at this time. I will keep you both and the rest of the family in my prayers.
Helen
Helen Giffear-Poe
December 18, 2012
Our love and prayers are with you and your family. Rest In Peace in heaven where you belong. The Vinacco Family
Linda Vinacco
December 18, 2012
My heart aches for you during this time of unimaginable loss. I pray for peace for your family.
December 18, 2012
Preston Watkins and Family
December 18, 2012
May the peace which comes from the memories of love comfort you now and in the days ahead. You have my deepest sympathies on the loss of your son and brother.
Leslie Anderson
December 18, 2012
Praying for your strength and faith to endure this great loss. I am so sorry.
Valerie Kenney
December 18, 2012
Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort and strength
Pirrone Family
December 18, 2012
May God bless your family and lift you up, surround you with his love and comfort today and in the many days ahead.
Sherri
December 18, 2012
We are all so very deeply saddened by your tragic loss. May the peace of the Lord strengthen you at this very difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
The Szukelewicz Family
December 18, 2012
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