Robert J. Rittwage

Robert J. Rittwage, 90, of Burton (formerly of Madison), passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, November 28th, 2015 at Burton Health Care. He was born March 5th, 1925 in Harrisburg, PA.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran who served in World War II. Robert also retired after 40 years from the former Ohio Rubber Company in Willoughby. He was known to many as a wonderful man who enjoyed making things with his hands while tinkering around the garage.

Robert will be missed by: his loving companion of over 20 years, Barbara Polcar; daughter-in-law, Dawn Rittwage; son, Robert Rittwage; grandchildren, Sarah (Hanna Winter) Rittwage, Peter (Michelle) Rittwage, Danielle (Brandon) Walters, Amanda (Matt Bacon) Rittwage; 2 brothers; and many friends. He is preceded in death by: his parents, 1st wife, Norma (Embacher) Rittwage; and son, Matthew Rittwage.

A PRIVATE GATHERING OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL BE HELD IN PERRY CEMETERY AT A LATER DATE.