Harriet is lovingly remembered by her special companion Bill Wehling of Enid, OK, her children Sherri Castro of MN, Arlo (Dana) Tank of Britton, SD, Gina Ellingson of Alexandria, MN, Renald (Allison) Tank of Britton, SD and; sister Caroline (Delbert) Lowe of Aberdeen, SD; grandchildren Kacie Irby of Tempe, AZ, Bria Castro (Alejandro) of Glendale, AZ, Lexy (Chris) Byzewski of Mapleton, ND, Cole (Lydia) Tank of Sun Prairie, WI, Dane (Tasha) Ellingson of Moorhead, MN, Chase (Sara) Ellingson of Battle Lake, MN and Annika and Tiana Tank of Britton, SD. She was anxiously awaiting the birth of her first greatgrandchild in May (Chris and Lexy).

Harriet was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Theresa Nelson, brothers Norman (Nancy) Nelson and Elwood (Mary) Nelson of Britton, SD, Clarence (Judy) Nelson of Roslyn, SD and husband, Herb Ritter of Enid, OK. Harriet derived great pleasure from playing Bingo. The shared camaraderie of the game brought her joy. Additionally, Harriet found great fulfillment in attending church, playing the piano and organ, as well as playing her accordion. Harriet was also a tireless advocate for animals, particularly cats, and devoted much of her time to their care. Her compassion for these animals was an extension of her unwavering capacity for love. A celebration of life at Rose Hill Church is being planned on Saturday, May 3rd from 24 pm.