Thomas W Rittenhouse Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Thomas W Rittenhouse of Manchester, New Jersey, born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, who passed away on June 9, 2025, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Thomas may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Thomas touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He is survived by: his wife Andrea "Cookie" Rittenhouse; his children, Thomas W. Rittenhouse Jr. (Carolyn) and Tracey A. Cowles; and his sister Anne Kerr (Doug). He is also survived by four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PANCAN), Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 5041, Boone, IA 50950-0041.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oliverie Funeral Home

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June 13, 2025

Eileen B wrote a sympathy message

“Keith and I are so sorry for your loss. If we take anything away from his memory it will be his strength. He was so strong and faught a good fight with cancer and pain May God heal your hearts as you mourn him and may he quickly find his place in heaven. Love you all Keith and Eileen Blackmore”

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