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Mary Elizabeth Ritter

Date of Death: December 31, 1969

Mary Sandy Ritter

Mary Elizabeth Sandy Ritter, 92, of Winchester, Virginia, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Winchester Medical Center.

Mrs. Ritter was born in 1920, in Frederick County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Melvin K. and Cora M. Sandy. She was a receptionist with Winchester Memorial Hospital now Winchester Medical Center for 15 years. She was a member of Stephens City United Methodist Church and the Winchester Civic League. Mrs. Ritter was a graduate of Stephens City High School, Class of 1936.

Her husband, George H. Ritter, whom she married on November 19, 1942, preceded her in death April 1974.

Surviving is her daughter Mary Rebecca “Becky” Barham and her husband, Lonnie, son, G. Stephen Ritter all of Winchester, Philip H., Ritter and wife, Susan, of Stephens City, Virginia; seven grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; and one brother, William E, Sandy of Winchester, Virginia.

Three sisters, Frances S. Shiley, Louise S. Buckley, Katherine S. Yancey, and Six Brothers, Robert L., Melvin K., Charles R., John M., Raymond T., and James H. Sandy, preceded her in death.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday at Stephens City United Methodist Church in Stephens City, with Reverend Jeffery Butcher and Reverend Waverly Reames officiating. Interment will be in Mount Hebron Cemetery at 2:00 PM

The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00 PM at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Stephens City United Methodist Church, or the Fire Department or Rescue Squad of the donor’s choice.

Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

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Mary Sandy Ritter Mary Elizabeth Sandy Ritter, 92, of Winchester, Virginia, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Winchester Medical Center. Mrs. Ritter was born in 1920, in Frederick County, Virginia, the daughter of the late Melvin K. and Cora M. Sandy. She was a receptionist with Winchester Memorial Hospital now Winchester Medical Center for 15Continue Reading

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Karolyn Nichols left a message on May 16, 2012:
I wish to express my condolences to the family. I know that your loss is great. May you find comfort from the God of all comfort who can help you to cope with the loss of your loved one. It can be so hard to face each day without your loved one, but the love and support of family and friends and, of course, our loving Creator, can help to ease the pain and sorrow. Again, please accept my sincere condolences.
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Judy C. Yancey left a message on May 16, 2012:
Tommy and I wish to express our most sincere condolences to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you face these next days without her. Love and Peace be with you.
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I have not only lost an "employer" I have lost a friend. Our fifth "anniversary" together would have been in August. She called me her "personal assistant" & the range of tasks, outings, and lunches were many. She was so easy to work with and I was a sounding board at times, a recipient of reminiscing often and enjoyed her many musings and comments. Her laughter was contagious as she recounted anecdotes from her childhood and with her many friends & family as an adult. It meant so much to her when family & friends would visit, stating how it brightened up her day. I have been enriched through her friendship, learned much from working for her and will miss her greatly. - Jeanie Barham Snedeker
Brenda Sisk Adams left a message on May 16, 2012:
Mary was a very special LADY! I loved to spend time with her and greatly admired her talents (especially her sewing skills). She always had a smile for everyone. My thoughts are with Becky, Philip and Stephen at this difficult time. She and George are together again. Brenda Sisk Adams Buckhannon, WV
Karen and David Kohne left a message on May 16, 2012:
Mrs. Ritter was a very special lady. She lived a good long productive life, and she was always there for her family. I didn't see her very often but when I did she always had a smile on her face. I'm glad she is in Heaven and can join her loved ones who have gone on before her. She will be greatly missed. God bless and keep her family in His care for this sad but also joyful time. Our prayers and condolences for all of Mrs Ritter's family, God bless you, Karen and David Kohne
Julie Yancey Brennan left a message on May 16, 2012:
To Mary's Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Mary taught me so many things, and my favorite memory of her is when she and my Grandmother accompanied me to Rockingham County to a Historical Society Banquet and we spent the day all over the place there. My sympathies are with you.
Julie Yancey Brennan left a message on May 16, 2012:
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Jeanie Barham Snedeker left a message on May 16, 2012:
I have not only lost an "employer" I have lost a friend. Our fifth "anniversary" together would have been in August. She called me her "personal assistant" & the range of tasks, outings, and lunches were many. She was so easy to work with and I was a sounding board at times, a recipient of reminiscing often and enjoyed her many musings and comments. Her laughter was contagious as she recounted anecdotes from her childhood and with her many friends & family as an adult. It meant so much to her when family & friends would visit, stating how it brightened up her day. I have been enriched through her friendship, learned much from working for her and will miss her greatly. - Jeanie Barham Snedeker
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
John and Winnie Rinker
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Ismet and Kaye Nuri
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Tommy and I wish to express our most sincere condolences to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you face these next days without her. Love and Peace be with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I wish to express my condolences to the family. I know that your loss is great. May you find comfort from the God of all comfort who can help you to cope with the loss of your loved one. It can be so hard to face each day without your loved one, but the love and support of family and friends and, of course, our loving Creator, can help to ease the pain and sorrow. Again, please accept my sincere condolences.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Mrs. Ritter was a very special lady. She lived a good long productive life, and she was always there for her family. I didn't see her very often but when I did she always had a smile on her face. I'm glad she is in Heaven and can join her loved ones who have gone on before her. She will be greatly missed. God bless and keep her family in His care for this sad but also joyful time. Our prayers and condolences for all of Mrs Ritter's family, God bless you, Karen and David Kohne
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