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Nancy M. Ulatowski Ritz, age 77, of Shelton, beloved wife of the late, Andrew Ritz, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, in Yale, New Haven Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was born in Bridgeport on September 28, 1947, and was the daughter of the late Mitchell and Rita Sheehan Ulatowski. She was a retired hairdresser and formally employed by Marshall’s of Stratford. Nancy enjoyed shopping, spending time with friends and family, collecting depression glass and classic cars. Nancy is survived by one daughter, Corrie Lynn O’Donnell and husband, Michael, and one grandson, Michael Spencer O’Donnell. Nancy was also predeceased by her beloved husband, Andrew Ritz. Friends may call on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Galello-Luchansky Funeral Home, 2220 Main Street, Stratford. Entombment will follow at Mountain Grove Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, those who so desire may contribute to the Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation, 100 Hancock St Third Floor, Quincy, MA 02171.
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