Robert K. Ritterbusch, 89, of Smithville, MO passed away January 15, 2019 at his home.

He was born on June 5, 1929 to Loel Clarence and Mabel (Rohrer) Ritterbusch in Bland, MO. Robert served his country in the US Army. 

 On July 4, 1953 he was united in marriage to Nancy Elizabeth Titus. Nancy, his wife of 61+ years passed away on July 28, 2014. 

Robert retired as a dentist in 2013. 

He was also preceded in death by his parents and his sister Kay Nystron

Robert is survived by his only child Eric K. Ritterbusch and his wife Nellie and his beloved cat Bukky. 

Visitation: 10:00-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 22nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.

Private Family Burial with Military Honors at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Megan’s Paws and Claws (Smithville Animal Shelter).