Obituary of Gary Matthew Ritz

Gary Matthew Ritz, 56, passed away suddenly July 25, 2013 at Cox Medical Center-South, Springfield, MO. He was born to the late Eugene and Betty (Cantrell) Ritz on March 14, 1957 in St. Louis, MO. He enjoyed listening to rock music and had met many famous rock musicians along the way. He was a very caring person. He loved being around his dog Meika and also enjoyed spending time with family and his many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law Jim Maddock. He is survived by his brothers and sisters Eugene, Jerry, Debra, Diana and Timothy all of Licking, Janet Maddock of Imperial, Mo also numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.