Ryan Michael Rittman

Ryan Rittman, 38, passed away January 10, 2024. He was born September 23, 1985 to Sue Brandt and Michael Rittman in Des Moines, Iowa and was a graduate of Valley High School and the University of Iowa.

Ryan had a full life. One of his greatest joys was hockey. He played goalie on teams from the age of 5 through college, and was an avid fan of the Tampa Bay Lightning. He was also an animal lover and adored his cat, Tula.

Ryan is survived by his mother, Sue Brandt; his father, Michael Rittman (Jaynette); his grandmother, Patricia Brandt; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Donal Brandt and Eugene and Gladys Rittman.

Memorial contributions may be made in Ryan’s honor to Furry Friends in West Des Moines.

Services will be held Thursday, January 18th at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines at 12:00 p.m. with visitation prior from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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