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William Ritter Obituary
William H. Ritter, Sr., 81, formerly of Allentown, died on Monday, September 10, 2012 in Gracedale Nursing Home, Nazareth. He was the husband of the late Perma P. (Andrews) Ritter. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Warren and Edith (Flores) Ritter. He was a graduate of William Allen High School, Class of 49 and was an Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. He was employed by Stanley-Vidmar Black & Decker in Allentown for several years before retiring in 2004. Previously he worked for the Purolater Co. of Allentown. Survivors: Son, William H. Jr. and his wife Melodie of Slatington; step-daughter, Deborah Bednar and her husband Michael; sister, Mona Koder; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Bonnie L. Cooper; four brothers; and six sisters. Services: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 17th & Hamilton Streets, Allentown. Call 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday and 10 to 10:30 a.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment in Woodlawn Memorial Park, Allentown.
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Scott Lewis
October 1, 2012
Bill,so sorry for your loss your dad was a great one, so many memories as we grew up that I'll never forget he always treated me like part of your family.
Debra Miller
September 14, 2012
Deborah,Mike Billy and Family:I have many fond memories of your dad,from family picnic`s.May he rest in peace.I`am sure he has them all laughing in heaven while enjoying a cold one.I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.God Bless
Donna Knitter
September 14, 2012
Bill, Mel, Jenna and Josh,
So sorry to hear about Bill, Sr. Even though we only met hime a few things at your picnics, he was a funny guy. All of you are in our thoughts.
Love, Donna and Brian
Janice Gostony
September 13, 2012
Debbie, Michael,Michael,Kim and Little Michael.
So sorry to hear about your loss. Your Father/Grandfather was a great man. He'll be missed alot but not forgotten.
Janice Gostony and Family
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Tami Andreoli
September 13, 2012
Debbie, Billy, Scotty, Garry, Barry, & Family, I am sorry to hear of Bills passing. Take comfort in all the fun times and good memories you have had with your Dad/Pappy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember a lot of good times!
Peter Krywczuk
September 12, 2012
I work at Gracedale on the floor your father lived. I enjoyed talking too your dad he always had something funny too say. The one thing I will remember is how he would ask me too bring him in some beer. God bless.
September 12, 2012
Pop-Pop,
We miss you very much. We will never forget all the fun times and fun trips we had together. We will think of you every time Michael plays with one of the many loud toys you had to buy him. We still remember the drum set you got him for his first birthday. You had to find the loudest toy at the store and that you did! Michael will always have wonderful memories of “Daddy's Pop-pop” and lots of pictures of you two together. Rest in peace.
- Mike, Kim and Michael -
September 12, 2012
Dad you are surly going to me missed! You have been there for everything, from going to school to helping us refinish our newer basement. Were always there when I needed something.
Miss the drives especially--south on I95.
Love you and will miss
Daughter Deb
September 12, 2012
Dear Debbie, Mike, Billy and Families;
I am so saddened to read of the passing of your dad. What wonderful memories we have of the days spent with he and your mom. I often think back of those times and even wish we could go back there. Weren't times so different then?) Please know that he is resting peacefully with mom and that you have our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Your friends Janice & Rick Englert
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