| Graduation Year | Faculty |
| Date of Passing | Jan 24, 2017 |
| About | Of Monroeville, age 53, suddenly on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. Beloved husband of Rosamond "Rosie" (McGee) Ritzel for 20 years. Loving and dear father of Mara and Julia Ritzel. Brother of Laurette (Stephen) Bentz of Plum. David was born in East Pittsburgh and preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Bertha Ritzel, his sister, Carol Ritzel, and his brother, Larry Ritzel. David was a 1981 graduate of Turtle Creek Area High School and, in 1985, he graduated from Duquesne University with a Degree in Music Education. He began his career as a teacher of music at St. Mary of the Mount Grade School in Mt. Washington. He later was hired at Yough School District and after a few years at Yough, he accepted his current position at Leechburg School District where he has taught for 22 years. During his tenure at Leechburg, he has taught both at the elementary and high school level, and directed the band and chorus. He also directed many high school musicals at Leechburg and formerly directed the marching band. It has been his vocation to be a music teacher and, even during summer vacations, he was always anxious to get back to teaching 'the kids'. David also earned a Massage Therapy degree from CCAC and has treated many clients and friends. Friends are welcome on Friday from 3-8pm and Saturday from 10-12 noon at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Turtle Creek/Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek, 15145. (412-823-9350) where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 12 noon |
