Kristine M. Ritter, age 37, resident of Cottonwood, Arizona, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2006. She was born on September 30, 1968 in Phoenix, Arizona. Kristine is the daughter of Jane Ritter. Kristine was a graduate of Mingus Union High School, following which, she attended classes at Yavapai College. She worked at no-kill animal shelters, where she could love and care for all animals. Kristine also worked as a nurse\u0027s aid before she became disabled. Kristine enjoyed photography and possessed special artistic talents. She is preceded in death by her grandmother, also named Jane Ritter. Kristine leaves behind her two young sons, Nathan and Jonah; her mother, Jane Ritter; and her brother, Bryan Ritter, all of whom live in Cornville, Arizona. She is also survived by grandparents, aunts and uncles who live in Phoenix, Arizona. No public services are scheduled. Contributions can be made in Kristine\u0027s name to: The Humane Society, P.O. Box 1429, Cottonwood, Arizona 86326. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com