Marquette––Ronald D. Ritari, Sr., 68, peacefully entered eternal life Friday afternoon, August 3, 2007, at his home.
Ron was born on November 22, 1938, in Negaunee, to Laurie and Betty (Penhale) Ritari and was a lifelong resident of Marquette. He worked for the Marquette Board of Light and Power, retiring in 1996 with 38 years of service. After retirement, Ron spent many enjoyable hours building a family cabin. He enjoyed hunting, wood crafting, antiquing, listening to old country music, and most of all riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle with his loving wife, Lois.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Lois; two sons, Rick (Cathy) Ritari of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Ron (Tama) Ritari, Jr. of Marquette; one daughter, Julie (John) Baltes of Madison, WI; four grandchildren, Ron Ritari III, Katelyn, Caleb, and Christian Baltes; two brothers, Ken and Kevin; one sister, Pam; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Catherine; and brother, Tom.
Friends may call at the Fassbender Funeral Home from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Tuesday, August 7. Funeral services will be held Tuesday evening in the funeral home at 6:00 pm with Rev. Frank Ricca officiating. Honoring the request of Ron and his family, please come casual to celebrate Ron’s life. Burial will be made in the Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Lake Superior Hospice, 914 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette, MI 49855.