Obituaries

Larry “Tex” Ritter (1954 – 2026)

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September 10, 2026

Larry “Tex” Ritter, 72 of Waynesboro, Virginia and formerly of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.

A private family graveside service will be at a later date.

Tex was born June 20, 1954, in Front Royal, Virginia, son of the late David Charles and Ethel Mae Jenkins Ritter.

He retired after many years as a produce manager at A&P.

Surviving are his brother, Randy Ritter, and wife Janet of Elkwood, Virginia; two stepdaughters, Jenny and Tammy; several grandchildren; and many cousins.

Tex was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Texas Ritter.

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Larry “Tex” Ritter (1954 – 2026)

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Larry “Tex” Ritter (1954 – 2026)

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