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Gary Ritenour Obituary
Gary Mitchell Ritenour, 58, of Woodstock, passed away Monday, May 25, 2009 at Winchester Medical Center. A memorial service will be held Monday, June 1, at 4:00 p.m. at the Dellinger Funeral Home in Woodstock. Pastor James Bailey will officiate.
Mr Ritenour was born May 29, 1950 in Edinburg, son of the late Fred and Arlena Rush Ritenour. He was preceded in death by two brothers, James Rittenour and Millard Rittenour.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Norton Ritenour; two sons, John M. Ritenour of Woodstock and Jason M. Ritenour of Fort Valley; three step children, Michael V. Sears of Manassas, Va., J. Scott Sears of Palmyra, Va., and Deborah L. Stephens of Mt. Jackson; granddaughter, Allyson B. Ritenour of Edinburg; step grandchildren, J. Michael Sears of Mt. Jackson serving in Iraq, Justin M. Sears of Stafford, Va., Amanda M. Sears of Maryland, Kevin S. Sears of Palmyra, Va., Jared K. Sears and Raven S. Stephens both of Mt. Jackson, David M. Edmonds of the home and Samantha T. Sears of Manassas, Va.; step-great granddaughter, Victoria L. Sears of Mt. Jackson; sisters and brother, Josephine Butler of Madison Heights, Doris Bowman of Edinburg, Eleanor Showman of Broadway, Cletus Ritenour of Edinburg and Alda Fogle of Woodstock.
The family will receive friends Monday from 3-4 at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tn., 38105-1942.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Ritenour
Wendy (Neff) Bulatko and family
June 3, 2009
Jason and John,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Pryor
June 1, 2009
Gary was a good friend I will miss him.
Teresa Land
June 1, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
May 31, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love, Mike, Pam and Samantha Sears
Randy Jones
May 30, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Sue (Martz) Burch
May 29, 2009
Cletus, Doris, Alda and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony&Missy Neal
May 29, 2009
Thoughts and Prayers
VFW POST 2447
May 29, 2009
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.
EMPLOYEE'S OF EDINBURG MOTORS
May 29, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
FRANK AND BONNIE PAINTER
May 29, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Clyde Stovall
May 28, 2009
Cletus, I hope you are doing well. I just saw your brothers obituary on line today. I am sorry for your loss. I think of you often. Sincerely, Clyde (Skip) Stovall
Ruth and Terry Rinker
May 28, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cindy Bowman McAffrey
May 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Reggie Arno
May 28, 2009
Cletus and Alda... With a broken heart and fondest childhood memories, I say goodbye to one of my best friends and will see him again after the Second Coming... Although I moved from Edinburg in the early '80's, I always stayed (called him) in contact with him... Sincerely, Reg...
Sheri & Eddie Hartley
May 28, 2009
Jason,
We are sorry to hear about your dad.You are in are thoughts and prayers.
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