John E. Ritts's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Granville Summit, Pennsylvania

John E. Ritts

August 16, 1943 - January 9, 2026 (82 years old)

Granville Summit, Pennsylvania

John E. Ritts's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Granville Summit, Pennsylvania

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Pepper Funeral Homes

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John E. Ritts

August 16, 1943 - January 9, 2026 (82 years old)

Granville Summit, Pennsylvania

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John E. Ritts Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate John E. Ritts of Granville Summit, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on January 9, 2026 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John E. Ritts to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred "Shorty" Ritts and Alberta "Bertie" Ritts (Whitling); and his sisters, Betty Hall (Fred) and Pat Latshaw (Larry). He is survived by: his wife Cheri; his children, Kurt Ritts (April Maynard) of Towanda, Colleen Ritts of Canton and Julie Ritts (Jack Wheeler) of Monroeton; his grandchildren, Kalie Blumenauer (Mike) and Cortney Ritts; his great grandchildren, Ava of Towanda and Ivy Blumenauer of Towanda; his daughter Lori Buchanon of Canton; and his sister-in-law Joyce Ritts of Seneca. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in John's name may be directed to the American Red Cross, 430 17th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pepper Funeral Homes



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