Yiśroel Riṭoṿ
1895–1976 (age 81)
Biography
Yiśroel Riṭoṿ brought news and commentary to Jewish readers with integrity and a keen eye for the stories that mattered most. His journalism was rooted in an earnest desire to inform while remaining sensitive to the hopes and concerns of his audience.
He is remembered for his steady voice during times of change and for promoting thoughtful dialogue, and friends honor him at Kiryat Shaul Cemetery.