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Michelle A. Ritenour 1986-2025

NEWTON FALLS — Michelle A. Ritenour, age 39, of Newton Falls, unexpectedly passed away on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, in a car accident.

She was born on Feb. 27, 1986, in Warren, the daughter of Michael Edward Winkler and Janice Lynn Bailey Molnar.

Michelle lived in several places throughout her adult life, but grew up in Braceville, where she graduated from LaBrae High School in the Class of 2004.

Michelle’s greatest accomplishments in life were her two daughters, whom she loved and cherished through all of life’s ups and downs. Her daughters were the source of her deepest pride and joy, through every triumph and struggle, as well as the laughter and tears.

Some of her hobbies included arts and crafts, and coloring.

She was preceded in death by her stepfather, Mark Molnar; her grandparents, Dean and Phyllis Bailey; and her grandfather, Casper Winkler.

Michelle is survived by her parents, Michael Winkler (Amy Upperman) of Sharon, Pa., and Janice Bailey Molnar of Braceville; her daughters, Bailey Musser and Carlee Musser; her husband, George D. Ritenour; and her three stepsons, Kyle (Leslie) Ritenour, Jordan (Alexandria) Ritenour and Caleb (Natalie) Ritenour; her siblings, Kevin (Megan O’Neil) Winkler, Michael (Ashley) Molnar and Megan (Lee) Macaulay; her grandparents, Marlene Winkler and Sandra Molnar; as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life Service will be at a later date and time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444; 330-872-5440.

Family and friends may view her obituary online or to send condolences, visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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