Richard George Pietrowitz, Sr.

Richard George Pietrowitz, Sr., 85, of Sparta, NJ, passed away on November 20, 2023. He was the son of the late Clarance and Mable Pietrowitz. He was raised in Elmwood Park, NJ, and moved to Sparta, NJ, in 1976, where he lived until his passing. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann T. Pietrowitz, of 61 years; and his son, Richard G. Pietrowitz, Jr. He served in the US Army after high school, and later went onto have a very successful career as a commercial real estate appraiser. He was very active with his church, community, and especially his family. His kind heart, bright personality, and wonderful sense of humor was always on display and everyone that met him knew he was something special. Richard George Pietrowitz, Sr. was a devoted husband, loving father, and very proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Richard is survived by his children, Robyn (Paul) Harris, Toni (Rob) Huber, and John (Tara) Pietrowitz; grandchildren, Paul, Michael, Corrine (Alex), Chelsea (Zac), Hailee, and Kayla; great-granddaughter, Posie; his sister, Phyllis (Bob) Terrell. At this time all family services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, your local food pantry, or your local animal shelter.