Ronald G. Ritzel Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ronald G. Ritzel (Utica, New York), whose life came to an end on March 21, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ronald G. Ritzel to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Ritzel and Mary Ritzel (Branigan); his former wife Vita L. Ritzel (Valenzano); his in-laws, Edgar Schloop, Joseph Beaton, Barbara Ritzel, Joan Ritzel, Marie Valenzano, Donna Valenzano, Rose and Henry Simard, Sr.; and his stepdaughter Desirae Valenzano.
He is survived by: his wife Judith A. Valenzano; his daughter Vita M.; his son-in-law Gregg Grates; his sons, Ronald A. Ritzel Sr. (Jackie Stachnik), Russell C. Ritzel and Richard P. Ritzel; his daughter-in-law Susan Ritzel; his grandchildren, Alyssa, Chad Dubiel, Ashley Grates, Aubree Grates, Richard Ritzel, Kayla, Mitch O'Connor, Ronald A. Ritzel, Jr., Rusty, Heather Ritzel, Shelby, Matt Adams, MacKenzie Ritzel, Molly Gerhardt and Tyler Ritzel; his great grandchildren, Carter, Corinne, Chase, Callum, Mckenzie, Braedon, Wilder, Harlow, Willa, Jameson and Liam; his stepchildren, Jackie Valenzano, Franci Valenzano, Donata and T. J. MacArthur; his siblings, Judith (Lou Scire), Jackie Ritzel (Patricia), Dave Ameduri (Pamela), Jerry Calabrese (Phyllis), Bob Evans (Charles Ritzel), Michael (Diana Ritzel), James (Jeanne Ritzel), Maureen, Marcia Beaton, Robert Ritzel and Edward Ritzel; his brother-in-law Vito Valenzano; Nicole, Ryan Monaghan, Matthew Larkin, Jordan, Laicey Tine, Anthony Tine and Kylie.
