1923
2018
Mary "Sis" Ritter
Deeply loved and now deeply missed, Mary "Sis" Ritter died on January 25, 2018. Graveside services will be held Saturday, January 27, 11:00 A.M. Llano Cemetery East.
Born April 29, 1923 in Fort Worth, Texas to E.M. Vernon and Grace Bradley Vernon. Sis was raised in Amarillo, Texas. Amarillo was Sis's beloved home. In the 94 years she was on this earth she was beautiful woman. She leaves a legacy of love and laughter.
Sis is preceded in death by her devoted husband Jess Allen Ritter, her loyal brothers Jack and Sonny Vernon. Her dear grandson, Samuel Thomas Ritter and her life long best friend, Jane Lewis.
Sis says goodbye to her two sons and daughter-in-law, Jack Ritter, Robert and Connie Ritter, three grandchildren, Tina Johnston, Nicholas Ritter and Robert "Tex" Ritter, three great-grandchildren, Jaqueline, Caroline and Allen.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Sis's memory to:
Samuel Ritter Memorial Scholarship
Texas Tech University
College of Architecture
Box 42091
Lubbock, TX 79409
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January 29, 2018
Paula Bustoz
I loved sis she was a wonderful person. I enjoy cleaning for her at Park Place Towers. She will hold a special place in my heart.
January 28, 2018
Jackie Francis
I would like to thank the Ritter family for allowing me to take care of her a few years back... it was more like hanging out with an old friend.. she loved her family more than you know... Thank u again for the shared memories and fun conversations my old friend..
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