Don was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on June 1, 1953. He was married to Barbara Ritter.
Don loved watching the Dallas Cowboys and old Western movies. He loved motorcycles, hot rods, and his John Deere.
Don was preceded in death by his father George Hugo Ritter.
Don is survived by Barbara, his wife of almost 39 years; his brother, Glenn Ritter; his three children: Kristy Hardcastle, Josh Ritter , and Jessica Vargas; his 6 grandchildren; and countless extended family and dear friends.
Funeral: 10am Tuesday at Moore Funeral Home. Visitation: 9-10am Tuesday. Burial with honors at DFW National Cemetery