**In Loving Memory of Frank Ritrovato**

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Frank Ritrovato, who passed away on May 25th, 2025 at the age of 72.

Born on April 22nd, 1953 in St. Louis, MO… Frank lived a full and meaningful life.  Frank was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He was a person who found joy in the simple things—time with family and friends, sitting in backyards for barbecues, telling stories, and his “love for life”, as he constantly reminded us all.  Anyone who knew Frank will tell you he was funny.  His sense of humor was dry, smart, and often delightfully unexpected. He had a gift for making people laugh—especially when they needed it most.

He is preceded in death by his wife Tina Ritrovato (Graves) who he loved more than words could describe—his parents, Frank Ritrovato Sr and Mary Walters—his son Frank Ritrovato III—and his brothers Bobby Ritrovato and Tommy Ritrovato.

He is survived by his sons Joe (Chas) Ritrovato, Jeff (Aja) Ritrovato—his sister Jolene (Richard) Dunn, and brothers Kenny (Linda) Ritrovato and Jimmy Ritrovato. Frank was  also a beloved “pop-pop” to eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.  And many nieces, nephews, cousins and the many friends who knew and loved him.  All will miss him more than words can express.

Frank will be laid to rest beside the love of his life, Tina—and a “Celebration of Life” will follow. We invite friends and family to join us in honoring Frank’s “love for life” at American Legion, 910 Montebello Rd, Imperial MO 63052 on Thursday June 19th from 6pm-9pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you appreciate the simple moments in life like sharing laughs over a hot cup of coffee or a cold beer with the people closest to you—just as he always did.

He will be remembered with love, missed deeply, and never forgotten.