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James Ritterbeck Obituary
ZANESVILLE: James E. Ritterbeck, 82 of Zanesville, went to be with the Lord at 5:05 a.m. Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House.
Jim was born December 19, 1929 in Akron, OH the son of the late Edward and Rosella (Arnold) Ritterbeck. His childhood was spent in Fulda, OH. He is a retired Lt. Post Commander of the Ohio State Highway Patrol; during his distinguished career he also served as a SWAT team leader and he was a proud member of the Fraternal Order of Police. After his retirement he later served as head of security for the Central Ohio Coal Company. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the American Legion Post #1058. He was an avid woodworker and gardener and he enjoyed long walks in nature. He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Zanesville and he served his country in the US Army as a paratrooper.
Jim is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Mendenhall) Ritterbeck whom he married November 20, 1954; his son, Gregory (Maggie) Ritterbeck of Zanesville and his daughter, Deborah Ritterbeck of New Concord; his sisters, Doris Schott of Cambridge and Marilyn (Tom) Hayes of Grove City; his sister-in-law, Wanda Ritterbeck; his grandchildren, Jim Ritterbeck, David (Rebecca) Ritterbeck, Mark Ritterbeck, Andrea Ritterbeck, Sam (Karri) Cronin, Sarah (Mark) Goodrich and Krista Collard; his great-grandchildren, Adrick, Kammi, Kenzi, Sydney (Cronin), Slade, Gavin, Ariston (Goodrich), Gabby Ritterbeck; two great-great grandchildren, Jaden and Jadontae; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his brother, Richard Ritterbeck; and brother-in-law James Schott.
Visitations will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 27th at the Farus Funeral Home, Duncan Falls where a vigil service will be held at 3:45. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 28th at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with a Dominican Father as celebrant.
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Doug Demsko
February 5, 2012
Marilyn, Debbie, and Greg.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was a wonderful man.
Doug
January 31, 2012
Marilyn and family,
We were saddened to hear of Jim's passing. We just recently talked of heading down to the old neighborhood and visiting with you guys. The neighbors had told us of Jim's health and we wanted to come to see you. We lived beside you for over 25 years and think about you and the family all the time. Jim was such a comic. I loved seeing him out in his garden. He will be sadly missed by our family. Love and God Bless. Nancy, Shel and Xander Small, Jim Small, and Debbie (Small) Rose.
January 30, 2012
I knew Lt. when I first started at the Sheriff Office in 1982, Lt was a great officer and person he will be missed. Lt. Mark Ross MCSO.
Angie Beem
January 29, 2012
Sam and Karri and family,
Sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Carpenter and Angie Beem
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Susan Forsythe
January 28, 2012
Deepest sympathy...I knew Jim from Central Ohio Coal...great man. He will be missed.
Doug Merry
January 28, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember LT from my early years of law enforcement and seeing him over at Jim Fords after he retired. He was truly a great guy and will be missed. Prayers to your family.
ZPD
Terri Kanavel (Arnold)
January 27, 2012
Greg and Debbie, sorry for the loss of our father. Debbie I remember you speaking of your Dad in school so many years ago and everyone I work with that knew him speaks so highly of him. He will be missed very much.
RON GOTTKE
January 27, 2012
GREG, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER
stacey labaki
January 27, 2012
Deb and family so sorry about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Brown
January 27, 2012
To the Ritterbeck family, So sorry to here of your loss. Jim will be missed by all. He was a great gentleman. Always had a smile and always remembered to ask how my dad was.
Jim Brown MCSO Ret.
January 27, 2012
Greg & Family, Sorry for your loss. Mary Felty
marie wilson
January 27, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss my prayers r with u
Tom & Caren Charles
January 27, 2012
Sorry about your loss. We have lost a good friend and the best neighbor we'll ever have.
January 27, 2012
Ritterbeck Family,
Jim was always a pleasure to take care of, always the gentleman. May your memories give you comfort.
Dr. Carl Dodson & Staff
Jennifer Campbell
January 27, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Becky Taylor
January 26, 2012
Dear Deb, Marilyn, Greg and Maggie,
My heart is breaking for you right now. It seems a lot of the good men are being called home to God, but they stay alive in our hearts forever. Prayers & hugs to you.
Becky O'Toole Taylor
Vicki Allen
January 26, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you . So very sorry for your loss...What a sweet, sweet man.
Diane Lahmers
January 26, 2012
Debbie, Marilyn and Greg, My heart goes out to you all. My family's thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Love Diane
Cathy Johnson
January 26, 2012
Deb, When I think of your dad it always brings a smile to my face. He had a way of always making me laugh, but most of all he never failed to make me feel welcome during the many weekends you and I spent together as kids. I hope that you can find some comfort in the many special memories that you have of your father. My love to you and your family.
Mark Malcom
January 26, 2012
Lt. Ritterbeck was my first boss with the OSP. He was a good leader and served the State of Ohio well. May he rest in peace.
Ray Back
January 26, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Ritterbeck family.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. R.I.P.
Dresden Police Dept.Ret.
January 26, 2012
Greg and Family, So sorry for your loss. Prayers to you. BEV Holmes
James Dearing
January 26, 2012
My deepest sympathy to your family from mine. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time!
Opal Lambert
January 26, 2012
Deb and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. I am sending a hug for all of you. I know the hole in my heart after my mom passed and I feel like there is a part of the puzzle always missing. Cherish all your memories and cling to your kids a little tighter. God needed another angel. It is just hard for those that are left behind. He was a wonderful man and has a super strong family. Thinking of you. Opal
January 26, 2012
TO GREG AN FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF STATE TROOPER JAMES RITTERBECK AN FATHER, OUR DEEPIST , RODNEY @PEGGY ROLLISON.
Vickie Lewis Edwards
January 26, 2012
Jim was wonderful man and friend to our family and we be missed.Love to the family.
Tom Robson
January 26, 2012
My deepest sympathy to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time!
ZPD
January 26, 2012
Marilyn--(This is for Chuck.) Hurry up,JR I'm waiting for you, amigo.
Marilyn. I just had to do this for Charlie. They both enjoyed Mexico on their trip. BC
Mitch White
January 26, 2012
I did'nt know him well, but I knew he was an excellent State Trooper, men like him will be missed, God bless.
Mary Dusenbery Stemm
January 26, 2012
Debbie and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Just know that there is another angel in heaven watching over you. My thoughts and prayers are with you always...
Mary Dusenbery Stemm
Ray Miller
January 26, 2012
My remembrances of Jim are of a competent and caring officer. He was completely above reproach in all his duties. My most sincere condolences to the family of this remarkable person. Judge Ray Miller
Mona Roberts
January 26, 2012
Marilyn,I'm so sorry for your loss.You and Jim were great neigbors,my prayers are with you and your family.Love Mona.
Steve Moyer
January 26, 2012
To Marilyn and the Ritterbeck family;
My sincere condolences to you for your loss. Jim was a joy to be around and a man of impeccable character. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Steve Moyer
Cathy Davis
January 26, 2012
Greg..My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time,So sorry for your loss of your dad, Cathy
January 26, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Greg and his family
Jack and Holly Brady
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