Christopher A. Ritter

Christopher A. Ritter, 43, of Bethel, passed away Monday, September 26, 2022 at the Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Tamara G. (Meyer) Ritter, with whom he shared 15 years of marriage on June 8. Chris, a son of David A. Ritter and Stephanie A. (Williams), wife of Leon Jefferson, was born in Reading. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two sons, Pierce D. Ritter, and Case J. Ritter; a sister, Holli A. Artim; and a brother, Josh G. Kunsman. His sons were his world, and he loved nothing more than making them laugh and smile. Chris was a 1997 graduate of Wilson Senior High School, received a Bachelor’s degree from Bloomsburg University, and a Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He was currently working as the Library Director of the Antique Automobile Club of America Library and Research Center. Chris had a passion for old vehicles of many kinds, and enjoyed helping those at his library find just the right information they were looking for. Chris never sat still, and was happiest when he was elbow deep in a project. Chris had many hobbies that included but are not limited to, restoring, fixing, and driving old cars and vehicles, caring for bonsai, roasting coffee, fishing, woodworking, airplanes, playing golf with his dad and son Case, and playing guitar with his son Pierce. Chris also starred as the “Car Geek” on the television series “The Appraisers.” He was good at every hobby he tried his hand at, and strived to be the best at whatever he did. A celebration of life service will be held at 1:00PM, Sunday. Oct. 16 th at Grimes Airport, 371 Airport Rd., Bethel. Online condolences may be made at www.lammandwitman.com