Carol Jean Ritz, 62, of Elkton, MD, passed away November 17, 2014 at Johns Hopkins Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born in Milford, DE on August 12, 1952, Carol was the daughter of Mary Esther Mills and the late Louis O. Mills. She taught elementary school for 38 ½ years in the Cecil County PublicContinue Reading
Carol Jean Ritz, 62, of Elkton, MD, passed away November 17, 2014 at Johns Hopkins Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Born in Milford, DE on August 12, 1952, Carol was the daughter of Mary Esther Mills and the late Louis O. Mills. She taught elementary school for 38 ½ years in the Cecil County Public School System. She graduated from Salisbury State University and did graduate studies at the University of Delaware. Carol was instrumental in the Cecil County Classroom Teachers Union as a faculty representative. She had a genuine passion for quality education with the children as her priority. Carol treasured her time at the beach and was an avid gardener with a love of fresh flowers. She was devoted to family, and time around the family table was sacred. She had profound faith in the Lord which formed the foundation of her family life and values.
Surviving are her husband of 36 years, Michael J. Ritz of Elkton; two sons, Garrett Mason Ritz (Jessica) of Middletown, NJ and Nathan Mills Ritz (Panthini) of Glen Mills, PA; 3 sisters, Cindy Turner, Melissa Mills and Melinda Mills; and brother, John Mills (Joan).
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Saturday November 22, 2014 at 1:30 pm. Friends and family may call at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. 259 East Main St., Elkton, MD on Friday November 21, 2014 from 6-8:00 p.m. Burial will follow the Mass at Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Flowers are welcome, or donations may be made to the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins Hospital and mailed to the funeral home.
Mark and Sharon
left a message on November 25, 2014:
Carol was a wonderful woman and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Walker
left a message on November 25, 2014:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Carol. Looking at her picture, reminds me of her kind heart and caring soul. She was such an important part of our Elk Neck family. She was able to help all children succeed in school. She was dedicated to her children at school and to her family at home. I know that she will be greatly missed, but I am glad that she is free from the pain and suffering and is at peace. I know that it is a very difficult time for all. To Carol's family, I know that you have many great memories to always keep in your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet Miller (Zimmers)
left a message on November 22, 2014:
My deepest sympathy, Garrett, Nathan and Michael, So sorry to hear the news. I will keep her in my prayers.
Steve Moon
left a message on November 22, 2014:
Mike, I am so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. She was always a pleasure to talk with. I know this void is great but your love was greater. What a wonder to share your life with your soul mate. Cherish the good times and know you will be together again.
Roberta Palmer
left a message on November 21, 2014:
Gone too soon. A friend, former colleague and one of the hardest working teachers I ever knew! The faculty at Elk Neck could not of had a stronger faculty rep than Carol. She loved her family with all of her heart. Mike, Garrett and Nathan, you were her joy. Bless you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
B.J. Hunter
left a message on November 21, 2014:
We are so sorry to learn this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers go up to the family. B.J. & Ernie Hunter
Linda Cox
left a message on November 21, 2014:
I just heard today of Carol's passing. I was stunned. I worked at Elk Neck Elem. With Carol. We could all tell how devoted to teaching she was. I remember her also playing a large part in our CCCTA. I am so sorry for your loss.
Denise Graham
left a message on November 20, 2014:
So sorry for the pain you endured, you are home now.
Peter McMorris
left a message on November 20, 2014:
Garrett and Ritz Family, I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and would like to offer my condolences and best wishes during this difficult time. Peter McMorris
Judy Mcneal
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We are so sorry to hear of Carol's passing. She was such a kind and caring person. We had a lot of good times with the Ritz family. Years of soccer games watching our boys play. She was a great soccer Mom. Ron and I had the privilege of seeing New York City Ritz style. Thoughts, prayers and love from the Mcneal Family.
Sara dietterick
left a message on November 20, 2014:
So sad to hear of this. She was such a sweet lady! Loved her family;( my heart goes out to you all!!
Paul and Kerri Sanclemente
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We will forever hold our memories of our time with Auntie Carol close to our hearts and will make sure that Ella and Charlotte know how special she was and how lucky we were to have had her in our lives. Her strength and grace were beyond compare. With love, Kerri, Paul, Ella and Charlotte
Teresa Head
left a message on November 20, 2014:
I remember growing up across the street from your family and she would take me all around the yard describing the flowers to me. Even though growing up with Garrett and Nathan was fun, there were no girls in the neighborhood so it was fun to have "girl time" with your mom :) She was a beautiful woman and an excellent role model. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of love, Teresa
Donna
left a message on November 20, 2014:
To the Ritz Family, our prayers and thoughts are with you in the passing of Carol - your daughter, wife, mother, sister, relative and friend. In reading Carol's obituary it is clear to see that she was a very special and loved person. She will be greatly missed but always remembered by her loving and caring spirit. She is at peace and with God and no longer suffering from her courageous battle with cancer. Sincere Thoughts and Prayers, Donna and Linda (friends of Marilyn and Judy)
Mimi and Tom Payne
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We are so sorry for the loss of our dear friend and your wife and mother. Carol's dedication to her teaching profession was an inspiration to all. We will always treasure her friendship and love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn Tabor
left a message on November 19, 2014:
My deepest sympathies to Michael and family.
Wallace Carter
left a message on November 19, 2014:
Mike so sorry to hear of Carols passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wallace Carter
Andy Mussaw
left a message on November 19, 2014:
I'll never forget having her for 2nd grade at Thompson Estates Elementary School. I was a horrible kid in her class! It's a miracle she ever even talked to me again. But she was an amazing soul and despite me being a pain in the butt in class, she always treated me well for the rest of her life. My prayers go out to Garrett, Nathan and Michael and the rest of the family during this difficult time. She was truly one of a kind and she will be greatly missed.
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Mark and Sharon
left a message on November 25, 2014:
Carol was a wonderful woman and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Walker
left a message on November 25, 2014:
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Carol. Looking at her picture, reminds me of her kind heart and caring soul. She was such an important part of our Elk Neck family. She was able to help all children succeed in school. She was dedicated to her children at school and to her family at home. I know that she will be greatly missed, but I am glad that she is free from the pain and suffering and is at peace. I know that it is a very difficult time for all. To Carol's family, I know that you have many great memories to always keep in your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janet Miller (Zimmers)
left a message on November 22, 2014:
My deepest sympathy, Garrett, Nathan and Michael, So sorry to hear the news. I will keep her in my prayers.
Steve Moon
left a message on November 22, 2014:
Mike, I am so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. She was always a pleasure to talk with. I know this void is great but your love was greater. What a wonder to share your life with your soul mate. Cherish the good times and know you will be together again.
Roberta Palmer
left a message on November 21, 2014:
Gone too soon. A friend, former colleague and one of the hardest working teachers I ever knew! The faculty at Elk Neck could not of had a stronger faculty rep than Carol. She loved her family with all of her heart. Mike, Garrett and Nathan, you were her joy. Bless you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
B.J. Hunter
left a message on November 21, 2014:
We are so sorry to learn this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers go up to the family. B.J. & Ernie Hunter
Linda Cox
left a message on November 21, 2014:
I just heard today of Carol's passing. I was stunned. I worked at Elk Neck Elem. With Carol. We could all tell how devoted to teaching she was. I remember her also playing a large part in our CCCTA. I am so sorry for your loss.
Denise Graham
left a message on November 20, 2014:
So sorry for the pain you endured, you are home now.
Peter McMorris
left a message on November 20, 2014:
Garrett and Ritz Family, I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and would like to offer my condolences and best wishes during this difficult time. Peter McMorris
Judy Mcneal
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We are so sorry to hear of Carol's passing. She was such a kind and caring person. We had a lot of good times with the Ritz family. Years of soccer games watching our boys play. She was a great soccer Mom. Ron and I had the privilege of seeing New York City Ritz style. Thoughts, prayers and love from the Mcneal Family.
Sara dietterick
left a message on November 20, 2014:
So sad to hear of this. She was such a sweet lady! Loved her family;( my heart goes out to you all!!
Paul and Kerri Sanclemente
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We will forever hold our memories of our time with Auntie Carol close to our hearts and will make sure that Ella and Charlotte know how special she was and how lucky we were to have had her in our lives. Her strength and grace were beyond compare. With love, Kerri, Paul, Ella and Charlotte
Teresa Head
left a message on November 20, 2014:
I remember growing up across the street from your family and she would take me all around the yard describing the flowers to me. Even though growing up with Garrett and Nathan was fun, there were no girls in the neighborhood so it was fun to have "girl time" with your mom :) She was a beautiful woman and an excellent role model. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of love, Teresa
Donna
left a message on November 20, 2014:
To the Ritz Family, our prayers and thoughts are with you in the passing of Carol - your daughter, wife, mother, sister, relative and friend. In reading Carol's obituary it is clear to see that she was a very special and loved person. She will be greatly missed but always remembered by her loving and caring spirit. She is at peace and with God and no longer suffering from her courageous battle with cancer. Sincere Thoughts and Prayers, Donna and Linda (friends of Marilyn and Judy)
Mimi and Tom Payne
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We are so sorry for the loss of our dear friend and your wife and mother. Carol's dedication to her teaching profession was an inspiration to all. We will always treasure her friendship and love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn Tabor
left a message on November 19, 2014:
My deepest sympathies to Michael and family.
Wallace Carter
left a message on November 19, 2014:
Mike so sorry to hear of Carols passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wallace Carter
Andy Mussaw
left a message on November 19, 2014:
I'll never forget having her for 2nd grade at Thompson Estates Elementary School. I was a horrible kid in her class! It's a miracle she ever even talked to me again. But she was an amazing soul and despite me being a pain in the butt in class, she always treated me well for the rest of her life. My prayers go out to Garrett, Nathan and Michael and the rest of the family during this difficult time. She was truly one of a kind and she will be greatly missed.
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