James R. Ritter, 84 of Chelsea, MI formerly of St. Johns passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at his home. Jim was born on January 22, 1933 in St. Johns the son of Arthur and Lillian (Jackway) Ritter. He was a veteran serving in the US Army serving in Korea and on July 15, 1951 he married Rose Wilkes in St. Johns. Jim worked at Saylor-Beal for several years. He was a member of the American Legion, loved fishing and going to the casino. Surviving are his wife Rose, children, Randy (Connie) Ritter of Chelsea, MI, Michael (Devona) Ritter of Ovid, David (Genny) Ritter of St. Johns and Larry Ritter of Missouri. 11 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Russell. There will be no services and memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements by Keck-Coleman Funeral Home, St. Johns, MI.