Danny P. Ritz

CASTORLAND- Danny P. Ritz, 57, of Artz Road, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Upstate Medical University Hospital, Syracuse, after a brief illness.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Jerrie; three sons, Tyler Ritz, Jordan Ritz, and Connor Ritz (Autumn Wells); three step-sons, Kyle (Shaylin) Mellnitz, Jarrett Mellnitz, Cory Mellnitz; five grandchildren, Isabella Grace Ritz, Quinn Thomas Ritz, Addilynn Scott Ritz, Sawyer Joseph Ritz, Hayden Dennis Mellnitz; two sisters, Michelle (Steve) Tanner, Cheryl (Brian) Camidge; four brothers, Mark (Kelly) Ritz, Steve (Mary) Ritz, Pat (Sylvia) Ritz, Ed (Sue) Ritz; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  He is predeceased by his parents.

Danny was born on November 15, 1968, in Carthage, New York, a son of the late, Jack and Joy Mulvaney Ritz.  He graduated from Harrisville Central School in 1986.  On June 9, 2012, Danny married the former Geraldine “Jerrie” Spann at the home of Jerrie’s aunt, Rose Spann, with Rose, who was Martinsburg Town Justice, officiating.  Danny worked for D.C. Building Systems in Watertown for over 20 years before going to work for Powis Excavating and Contracting, Copenhagen, for the past five years. 

He enjoyed fishing with his sons, they took several fishing charter trips together.  Danny enjoyed taking drives looking for deer.  He enjoyed drag racing at ESTA drag strip in Cicero.  Danny loved his 1974 Pontiac Ventura.  He had an immense love for all of his grandchildren, especially his pride and joy, Isabella Grace.   

In keeping with Danny’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral service.  All are welcome to a Celebration of Life Gathering that will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Carthage American Legion Post #789.  If you care to bring a dish to pass, you are welcome to, but it is not necessary.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to help with funeral expenses by clicking on the donate button on Danny’s obituary at www.isenekerfuneralhome.com, or by mail at Iseneker Funeral Home, Inc., 5702 Waters Road, Lowville, NY 13367.    Please consider helping Danny’s family during this sad time.

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