Keith Allen Ritz, 58, passed away August 14, 2026. Born in York, PA on October 26, 1967, he was the son of Virginia Lee Kauffman and the late Elwood Leroy Ritz.

Keith was a man who believed in dressing to impress and could always be found looking his best. He enjoyed playing poker and going to the casinos. He was a huge Steelers fan and enjoyed watching and routing for his favorite team.

Keith had a talent for painting. He worked for several painting companies and even had the honor of painting military planes. He was a jack of all trades and a true people person.

Beyond everything else, Keith's greatest pride and deepest love was his family and friends. His family and loved ones came above all else. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his mother Virginia and step father, Paul Kauffman, Keith leaves behind the following family members to cherish his memory. His spouse, Monique McGraw Ritz; step children, Keosha, Tyrell, Jamira and Basheer; step grandchildren, Messiah, Zuri, Zayleigh, Azhaan; his siblings, Teresa Trone (Mike), Brian K. Ritz (Shanice Toomey) and Vonda Grubb (Robert); nieces and nephews, Roxana Smith (Kris), Sean Trone, Tracey, Ryder, Noah, Shyenna, Mason, Bobby and Shanta (Nate); great nieces and nephews, Konnor, Easton, Wyatt, Danica, Maddox, Damien, Bristol, Mia and Nate Jr.

A viewing will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc. 822 East Market Street, York. PA 17403.

Flowers can be sent directly to the funeral home. Any donations can be made to the American Liver Foundation, CashApp at $RoxyRitzSmith or Venmo at @RoxyRitzSmith to help with funeral expenses.