Jane A. (Bennett) Reittinger

UTICA - With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of our beloved mother, Antoinette Jeanette Guzzetta, known to all as Jane Reittinger, on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Jane was born on February 28, 1929, to her loving parents, Joseph and Angela Marie (Orsini) Guzzetta, immigrants from the Lazio and Sicily regions of Italy. She grew up in Utica, New York, alongside her siblings Raymond and James, as well as Aunt Amelia (Millie), Aunt Elena, and Uncle Antonio — all of whom have preceded her in death. Jane graduated from T.R. Proctor High School. She met the love of her life, Ralph Reittinger, at the age of 16. She earned her undergraduate degree from SUNY Brockport and later completed a master’s degree in early childhood education from Syracuse University. Early in her career, she taught grades K–6 in the Utica City School District. She later specialized in reading education, serving as one of five Reading Facilitators responsible for the district’s reading program. Jane’s lifelong passion for children and education culminated in her most recent achievement — becoming a published author of children’s books. Her first book, written at the age of 95, was recently launched on Amazon. Jane and Ralph were married 60 wonderful years until his passing in 2010. She was also predeceased by her beloved son, Richard Reittinger, who left us in 2015. She is survived by her children and their spouses, John and Kathi Reittinger of Utica, New York, Robert and Patricia Reittinger of Holland Patent, New York, Jacqueline Wallace of Frisco, Colorado; and former son-in-law, David T. Wallace Jr. of Sebastian, Florida. Jane had several grandchildren and great-grandchildren living in New York, California, Massachusetts, Colorado, Texas, and Newcastle, England. She had many nieces, nephews, and cousins also in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Jane cherished her little canine companion, Pierre. Jane's life was a testament to her love for family. Her legacy is a rich tapestry of love, kindness, and dedication to those she cherished. As the family matriarch, she had a remarkable wisdom to advise, and council. She is known for spending countless hours on the phone with family and friends sharing her wisdom with all those close to her heart. As we remember Jane, we would like to thank her caregivers who she loved dearly. Dr. Jawad Shaikh and the staff at Adirondack Internal Medicine, her CNA's, Yemi, Tammy, and Patty; and the professional and compassionate staff at Wynn Hospital. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Memorial contributions in Jane’s honor may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hosptial online at www.stjude.org/donate; envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Jane’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will commence on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony and St. Agnes Church, 422 Tilden Ave. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery. This obituary was lovingly written by Jane’s family.

Jane A. (Bennett) Reittinger

February 28, 1929 - September 10, 2025