Debbie Ritz, 54, of Jackson, NJ peacefully departed this life on January 18, 2017. She was born in Belleville, NJ, to Tom and Helen Ritz. Debbie graduated from Howell H.S., where she excelled in cheerleading. She was a devoted mother, who loved spending time with her children. Debbie helped coach her daughter Chelsi’s Pop Warner cheerleading team. She was an active wrestling mom and part of the Toms River Wrestling Club family. Debbie was a Certified Massage Therapist, and loved animals, especially her dog Roxy.
Surviving to cherish her memory are her four children: Bugz, Taylor “Scoob”, Gavin and Chelsi; her parents Tom and Pinky; her siblings Gary, Kevin, Michael, Lori and Tommy and many other relatives and friends.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 5:00 p.m. until the Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. at Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main Street, Toms River, NJ. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions in her name to the American Cancer Society. Condolences can be made by visiting www.andersonandcampbell.com.
