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Haddon Heights - Arthur W. Ritter, Jr. age 93 of Haddon Heights passed away January 15, 2020 with his devoted children by his side. He was predeceased by his beloved bride of 53 years, Shirley E. (nee Ramos) in 2002. He is survived by his son, Arthur W. III and his wife Bobbye of Venetia, PA, and daughters, Suzanne M. Ritter of Haddon Twp. and Cheryl A. Hauske and her husband, Mark of Audubon. Also survived by 6 grandchildren: Ben and Phillip Ritter, Samantha (Matt) Rubin, and Amanda, Kyle and Chris Hauske, one great grandson, Oliver Rubin, a brother, Edward, and brother-in-law, Albert Ramos. He was predeceased by his brothers: Harry, Bob and Bill Ritter.
Art was born in Philadelphia and after graduating from John Bartram H.S. in 1943, he proudly enlisted in the Navy serving during WWII in the Pacific Theater. In 1949 he graduated Ohio Wesleyan University, married his beloved Shirley and began his career with Rohm and Haas as a research chemist, where he remained for 43 years. He settled into the Haddon Heights community where he became an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Haddon Heights, serving as a Trustee in addition to being a Session and choir member and a Merry Mucker. He was a founding member of IHOC - Interfaith Homeless Outreach Council, drove clients for Interfaith Caregivers of Haddonfield for 20 years, taught English as a second language through a Camden County program, was a board member of Stanfill Towers, and served on the Haddon Heights School Board..
Relatives and friends may call on Saturday, January 25, 2020 from 9:00a.m. - 10:45a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Haddon Heights, 7th Ave. and Green Street, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 where a Service will follow at 11:00a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations in their father's memory to the First Presbyterian Church at the above address. Arrangements, EVOY-BANASZ FUNERAL HOME, Haddon Heights, NJ.
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Cindy Rusnak
April 25, 2021
I just stumbled on to this and was saddened to read about the death of your father and a great uncle. He was one of the most optimistic and upbeat family members; he ALWAYS had a smile on his face. Love to you all, Cindy Ritter Rusnak
Mary Jane Moffitt (Agnew)
January 24, 2020
I am sorry for your loss. My dad was George Agnew, and he worked with your dad at Rohm and Haas for years. They used to carpool together! I have fond memories of going to the Eagles games with our dads. Art was such a nice, caring man and I know my father enjoyed his years of friendship with you dad and mom. Art came to visit my husband, Fred and I when we lived in Barnsboro, NJ. We have since moved to Florida two years ago.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!
January 23, 2020
I worked with Art for many years at Rohm and Haas and you would be hard to find a more dedicated, compassionate and helpful person. He was so sweet and you almost felt like a family member. He loved his family and spoke proudly of them all. He always wanted to help those in need. I enjoyed his telephone calls updating me on his adventures. Such a good man who I will truly miss. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to be with him during our time on this earth. His family was truly blessed. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Betty Crawford
Judi Troiano
January 21, 2020
I have such precious childhood memories of your Dad and Mom The vacations in Wildwood when Art was little, my visits to Haddon Heights, their wedding (I was flower girl) and the dates before they were married and took me to the movies on Friday nights. Such happy memories. I know you'll miss him so much.
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Lynne Grundlock Brinkley
January 20, 2020
Dear Art, Suzanne and Cheryl,
My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. I remember your Dad as my Sunday School teacher. I remember well his singing of I Believe. It was always inspiring. May God comfort your hearts.
John Berger
January 19, 2020
My condolences go out to the extended Ritter family.
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