Ralph Pitzrick, age 89, of Barron, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Pioneer Nursing Home in Prairie Farm. 

Ralph was born October 30, 1930 to William and Constance (Fliflet) Pitzrick in Rice Lake.  He graduated from Barron High School in 1948.  On October 1, 1958 he married Elaine Koenig.  He worked in the banking business at various banks, starting out his career at First National Bank in Barron, and then on to Jamestown, ND, Golden Valley, MN, Minnetonka, MN and eventually retiring from Citizen’s State Bank in LaFayette, MN.    

He enjoyed traveling with his wife, they had seen most of Canada and 49 of the 50 states.  He was involved with the Sons of Norway, a member of the Barron Senior Center, volunteered at the Barron County Historical Society’s Pioneer Village in Cameron, and a member of the Methodist Church in Barron. 

Ralph is survived by his nephew and a niece.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Elaine in 2016; and a brother, Leonard.

Per Ralph’s wishes, no funeral services will be held.  Burial will be at Wayside Cemetery in Barron.

Arrangements are being handled by Rausch and Steel Funeral Home in Barron.

Last Update: May 24, 2020 8:52 am CDT