Mary Jane Ritter, 85, passed away November 30, 2023 with her family by her side. She was born October 5, 1938 in Canastota, NY to Giacomo and Angeline (Tornatore) Mazzoli. Mary Jane loved gardening, flowers and birds, especially Hummingbirds and Cardinals. Most of all, she loved being with her family, especially her grand and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Harvey A. Ritter, and grandson Christopher Jones. Mary Jane is survived by daughter Debora Jones and husband Douglas of Chesapeake Beach, grandchildren Stephani Snyder and husband Bradley of Fredericksburg, VA and Michael Jones and fiancé Fiona Olldashi of Dunkirk, great-grandchildren Alexander and Adam, and her dear friend and cousin Nancy Sgroi.
A slideshow presentation for Mary Jane can be viewed through the following link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lz5Z-Jb2iPmf6kLNSBX2PCbRG0d0oPne/view?invite=CJav5uEP&ts=6578ccc9
Memorial contributions in Mary Jane’s name can be made to the National Audubon Society or Alzheimer’s Association at the addresses and links below.
Sue and Erin Boyd
December 10 – Obituary: Mary Jane Ritter
Mary Jane was a great neighbor, always willing to help with the dogs, share her knowledge of plants and flowers, and ready with a smile and joke. I always looked forward to talking with her, visiting her with the dogs after walks, visiting in the backyard where she helped work with my dogs, or talking on the way home. Looking at how she loved her life, I hope to be like her – feisty and active – when I grow up. I know she’s at peace and with her loved ones but will all miss that feisty funny woman. We love you, Mary Jane.
Jim & Debbie D’Amico
December 4 – Obituary: Mary Jane Ritter
She was a loving cousin, mother and grandmother. She will be surely missed.
Love you Mary Jane Rest in Peace. Prayers for the family.
Sheree and Rob Walsh
December 4 – Obituary: Mary Jane Ritter
MJ you will be missed by those you’ve left behind. The Rockledge neighborhood now has a hole where your bright and shining personality resided. The dogs will miss your special touch too. Fly high my friend.
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