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Patricia “Pat” A. Ritzman, age 82, Loving Mother and Grandmother, of Louisville, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 5, 2026 with her family by her side. She was born December 31, 1943 in Canton, OH to the late John and Dorothy (Pavelzik) Rich. Pat had a great devotion to her many pets and she had a real passion for country music. Most of all, she loved and cherished all her children and grandchildren.
Pat was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Mark Ritzman; a sister, Linda Mohler and a brother, John Rich Jr. She is survived by two daughters, Bev Ritzman and Cindy (Rich) Carpenter; her son, Mark Ritzman; two sisters, Sally (Russell) Deremer, Debbie (Richard) Creer; three grandchildren, Mindy Boyd, Sr. Katherine Allensworth, HMSS and Jake (Camille) Allensworth.
A private family service is being planned. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.stierisraelfuneralhome.com
Stier-Israel Funeral Home 330-875-1414
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