Fairport: Went home to the Lord April 29th. Chuck was born April 14, 1937 in Baltimore, Maryland. He is predeceased by parents, Charles and Evelyn and sister, Yvonne. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Maryann, son, Chris (Jennifer), daughters, Kathy (Glenn), Amy (Bill), and grandchildren, Ember, Amanda, Mollie, Jake, Grace, Will, Jack and Adam.
Chuck was an all-star basketball player at St. Joe’s Highschoolin Buffalo. He served in the Airforce in Germany, where he traveled all through Europe playing for the Airforce basketball team. Chuck worked in the insurance agency. His hobbies included handball, sports and spending time with family and friends. Chuck loved celebrating his birthday, long walks with his dog and celebrating life with a glass of wine with his family and friends.
His faith community at the Church of the Resurrection was an important part of his life. Thank you to all his family and friends for enriching his life. A memorial Mass will be held back July 25, 2020 11Am at the Church of the Assumption.Interment to follow at Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions are appreciated to Lollypop Farms in Victor, or to the Advent House in Fairport in Chuck’s name.
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18 responses to “Ritger, Charles C. “Chuckie””
Mary Ann, our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Chuck was a great guy and a real blessing to have known him.
What a great guy. It as Keats made me happy when I drove into spring lake and saw Chuck walking Daisy. I knew we’d have wonderful conversations that I’d reflect on throughout the day. I’m sure he’s watching over all of us in Heaven now
What a great loss for the lovely family. We have not know you all very long but you immediately made us feel like family. Seeing you all was the best part of our week. You all will be kept in our thoughts and prayers.
Maryann so sorry to see this in the paper this AM. You and Chuck have been wonderful friends of ours at the Church of Resurrection. It is because of you two we joined there. Love to you Shirley and Dennis
Our deepest sympathy. Jan and I enjoyed being neighbors on Cambridge Court. Jan especially liked to chat with you. May the Lord bless you and watch over you in these coming years.
Chris, my sincere condolences. Sorry for you loss my friend.
Mary Ann & Family:
Christine and I as well as our kids are devastated at the Loss of Chuck.He was a great gentleman and Insurance guru who who everyone turned to when facing the unusual exposure.But his personality always shone through in every encounter anyone had with Chuck.We know that he will be watching out for you the kids and the grandchildren!
We are so sorry we have lost touch over the years..
Maryann we are so sorry for your loss. Chuck was a great friend and neighbor and we will miss him playing cards together. May he rest in peace.
Mary Ann and Family,
We are thinking about you and family and sending thoughts and prayers. Chuck always had a pleasant way and a wonderful smile. May your wonderful memories and faith give you strength. Love, Janet & Fran
Chris, so sorry to hear about you dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mrs.Ritger, as I called you, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family always made me feel so comfortable at your house. He was such a kind man. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Chuck was such a vibrant man. Always smiling and always with Mary Ann at his side. I think of both of you and pray to him for you, Mary Ann. He will be greatly missed.
Chuck was such a wonderful handball player with my late husband John, as well as a devoted friend throughout John’s illness.
He was a gentleman in every aspect of my knowing him. Peace be with you, dearest man. Mary Crowe
Our prayers to you Mrs. Ritger and to your children Chris, Kathy and Amy and their families.. I remember how kind Mr. Ritger was while growing up in Fairport. God bless your family with His healing presence.
Chuck and I spent many hours on the handball court and off. He was a true gentleman in both settings.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I always loved helping Chuck and visiting together with Maryann. Chuck was a great guy and always put a smile on my face. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Maryann, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Chuck. I looked forward to seeing you and Chuck almost daily at St. John’s. I wish I had the chance to have that glass of wine that I promised him, but I will have one in his honor. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Carla (The Family of Josephine DiSalvo)
MaryAnn & Family – my heart goes out to all of you, I will keep you in my prayers. I miss my “Chuckster” every day – it’s so sad going into his room & not hearing him say “Hey Kid.” St. John’s is not the same with out him – he will forever be in my heart. I know he is at peace walking with Daisy in Heaven. Thank you for your kindness & making me feel like part of your family – I hope to see you again.