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RITAN, Dr. John Leif died Dec. 18, 2010. Memorial service Wed., Jan. 5th at 4 pm in Chapel at Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum.
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Debra Greer
December 31, 2010
Virgina and Family,
My deepest condolences. I so enjoyed caring for John at RSL. He was such a pleasure. He will be missed.
December 30, 2010
Virginia and family,
I have many fond memories of Dr Ritan. We worked together the entire time he was at MRH. He always had a smile and a hug for me and my family. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Carolyn and Larry Ford
Myra Atkinson
December 29, 2010
I worked with Dr. Ritan for many years at MRH and will always remember him as a kind and generous man. My husband and I would cross paths with him on occassion and he always had a great big smile and a bear hug for both of us.
Rest in peace Dr. Ritan
Heather
December 29, 2010
Condolences on the loss of John, he was a great person who always made us laugh. There was a deep void for quite some time when he left us @ Mt. Pleasant. ~May you rest in peace Dr. John~
Anna Schroll
December 28, 2010
We are so sorry for your families loss. We all grew very fond of John at Mt. Pleasant he was an awesome man.
Rob Sandlin
December 28, 2010
Please accept our condolences on the loss of John. The Forney sandlin Family of Muskogee, Oklahoma
Marge Palmer
December 28, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dan Tutt
December 28, 2010
I truly enjoyed sharing time with John in many different settings. He always seemed so happy and content with his life and loved ones. I am so glad that I knew him.
December 28, 2010
Dr. Ritan was so welcoming to us when we first came to town. Always a kind word and a good story.
Our sympathy to you his family.
Fondly,
Greg & Dianne Gerber
December 28, 2010
Dear Virginia,
I don’t remember how I met John, but it seems to have been a long time ago. I always enjoyed his company at lunch, social gatherings, MidFest. I thought I was special, but then I discovered that he made everyone feel special.
When I visited him last year, I felt a bit of the pain you felt, as you visited him day after day for those years he was incapacitated. How sad it was to see this man who loved so deeply and so broadly. I hope he is at peace.
I am honored that he considered me a friend.
Warmest regards,
Bob Holzman
Merrell & Michele Wood
December 24, 2010
Our sincere condolences for the loss of your partner in life. Michele and I are here to offer our support in this most difficult time.
December 24, 2010
John was such a kind, funny, intelligent, well-read man. The hospital group's tailgating at the Bengals way back when will always be remembered as some of the most fun times in my life.
He will be missed by so many.
My thoughts go out to the Ritan family at this sad time.
Phyllis Jones
Florence, KY
Leslie Carson Collins
December 23, 2010
Dear Ritan Family ,
Dr. Ritan was a wonderful friend to my Dad, Bob Carson.
I am very sorry for your loss. Dr. Ritan was always kind to me. His humor was the best !
I have very fond memories of attending the Bengal games with Dad and Dr. Ritan . Those tailgate parties were famous :-)
Again, I am so very sorry .
Sara Stewart MRI/RT/CT
December 22, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
michelle martin
December 21, 2010
R.I.P. John enjoyed helping u and taking care of u at rhittenhouse God Bless ur family
Ashley
December 21, 2010
He was a great man. he would know just how to put a smile on your face. forever i will remember you and your family John. my thoughts go out to the Ritan family in this time.
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