Kenneth Ralph Ritz Sr. Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Kenneth Ralph Ritz Sr. of Columbus, Indiana. Kenneth, born on October 7, 1926, passed away on June 14, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kenneth Ralph Ritz Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Kenneth for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Kenneth’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his mother Anna Jane Aikens Ritz; his wife Carole June Ritz; and his son Glenn Thomas Ritz. He is survived by: his father Claude Ritz; his children, Martha Napier (James) of Azalia, IN, Kenneth Ritz (Lily) of Clearwater, FL and Joyce Dempsey (Tom) of Hope, IN; and his niece Betty Walls of Columbus. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Hauser Athletic Department or to Our Hospice of South-Central Indiana.
