John F. Ritzert

July 20, 1956 - April 2, 2016

John F. "J.R. Jack" Ritzert, 59, of Butler, PA, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016 at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh, PA. He was born July 20, 1956 in Butler, PA, the son of the late Charles G. Ritzert Sr.and Betty (Dupe) Ritzert. J.R. had worked at McDonalds Restaurant as a crew member. He also participated in Special Olympics and volunteered every week at the Salvation Army. Surviving are 2 sisters, Elizabeth Medina of Butler and Brenda Ritzert of Butler, a brother, David (Debbie) Ritzert of Fort Worth, TX, nephews, Bryan (Pam) Ritzert and Joshua Medina, best friends, Bruce & Rich, and a number of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his girlfriend of 32 years, Cathy Pryor and a brother, Charles Ritzert. Services will be held at the Salvation Army, 313 W. Cunningham St., Butler, on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at 4 PM . Private interment.