Thelma Rizer Obituary

Thelma Pauline Rizer, 86, died Monday, June 6, 2011 at her home. Ms. Rizer was born in Beverly, West Virginia and came to Titusville in 1983 from Baltimore, Maryland.

During WW II she was a "Rosie", helping to build aircraft for the military. More recently, she was a caregiver to the elderly. She was a member of New Life Christian Fellowship in Titusville. Ms. Rizer never met a stranger and loved people.

Ms. Rizer is survived by her son, James Roger Rizer and his wife, Diane, of Baltimore; her daughter, Cynthia R. Hanna and her husband, Bruce, of Ormond Beach, FL; her son, Robert L. Rizer and his wife, Michelle, of Albany, Oregon; and her daughter, Roxanne Rizer of Titusville; her grandchildren, Jimmy, Judy, Kim, Jennifer, Terri, Homer, Robert, Travis, and Marcus; and her sisters, Joan, Bernice, and Evelyn.

Ms. Rizer was preceded in death by her son, Ron.

A visitation will be held tonight from 5-7 p.m. at North Brevard Funeral Home in Titusville. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in White Marsh, Maryland.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of St. Francis, 1250 B Grumman Place, Titusville, FL 32780.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.northbrevardfuneralhome.com.

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Published by FloridaToday on Jun. 8, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Thelma Rizer

12 Entries

Stacey Gansert

January 1, 2024

I thought of Ms Thelma often. I had the pleasure of meeting with her at McDonald's in Walmart when my youngest child was about 1yr. (She's now turning 20 in Feb) Ms Thelma talked with me and loved on me and invited me to her church. She befriended me and gave me odd jobs to do at her home to earn money while I was looking for daycare and employment. I remember so many of the conversations we've had like it was yesterday. This morning for breakfast I had some crackers with red pepper jelly and cream cheese and she just hit me really hard, but I never knew what had happened with Ms Thelma. It's been so long and I couldn't remember her name. It was driving me crazy, because she was a huge part of my life back then. I prayed and asked God to reveal her name to me. All of a sudden it was like bam her name was in my mind and here I am leaving a message for a dear, sweet woman that had passed 13 years earlier. I know where she is and I will see her again. Just wanted to pay my respects to a beautiful friend. I lived in Titusville for a short 15 months and then moved back to St Petersburg with my family. I will forever be grateful for sharing a conversation over McDonald's that day so many years ago. Till we meet again ms Thelma.

Judi Barrett

June 2, 2020

It has been a long tome since you passed away. Aunt Joan is with you now and I know that I am being watched over by the sweetest women ever known. Watson women are strong, kind and protective and I know that hasnt changed. I have tried my best to pass these traits along to my own daughters and granddaughter. I love and miss you with all my heart.

Jimmy Rizer-Hall

June 26, 2011

you always believed in me even when no one else did and for that I thank you. You are gonna be missed by many and my kids will always know about you.Love you grandma look down on your grandkids and keep then on gods good side : ) love always,your grandson Jimmy

James Rizer-Hall

June 26, 2011

She was an angel on earth and now shes gone home to be with god where she is now truly happy.I didnt talk to her as often as I should have but one things for sure and that is she loved her family.I love you Grandma and I didnt say it enough but one day I will get to tell you again. Love,Your grandson

Teresa (Watson) Wollmann

June 24, 2011

Aunt Thelma, You will be missed. I have great childhood memories of time spent with you.

Linda Shomo

June 10, 2011

Aunt Thelma, thanks for the wonderful memories. You will always live in our hearts as you have touched each of us in a special way. You were a beautiful aunt whom we will always remember as the aunt who never met a stranger. We loved you and will never forget you. Leona Phares Children and their families - Gary, Dick, Rock, Linda, Barbara, Jack, Mark, Albert, Sherry, Nancy, Dinah, David and their families).

nancy PAGLIAI

June 10, 2011

Aunt Thelma, I'm going to miss you.I remember when I was a teenager and she would come to visit she could just look at you and knew when you were up to no good but she would just bow her head and pray for you while she hugged you,and you knew she knew something boy I'm going to miss her. Aunt Thelma was a good women and loving mother, who will be missed by all of us.

Sherry Morrison

June 9, 2011

Aunt Thelma's visits to our family farm when I was a child were aways filled with laughter, warm greetings and good energy. I cherish the memories.

June 9, 2011

I love you Grandma.......I miss you .....thank you for teaching me kindness and forgiveness....regardless of the circumstances. You loved me and everyone else unconditionally....here's to Heaven's newest Angel!

Your granddughter Judi Ann (Pasadena,MD)

Judi Hall

June 9, 2011

Thelma was a really good woman and I loved our long talks. There is no doubt that she is with her Lord. God Bless you Mom. I will miss you.

Ranaie Siebold

June 9, 2011

June 09,2011

Thelma was a wonderful person who always had a smile and was positive and caring.
She was always asking us at New Life Christian Church how we were doing.
She was full of energy and life.
She loved her family especially her kids and grandkids and was always talking about them.
I called her mom as a sign of love and respect and she treated me like one of her daughters.
I have the assurance that I will see her in heaven someday and my thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Barbara McKuhen

June 8, 2011

Meeting and chatting with Miss thelma was a true joy, and a treat. She always had a smile and a positive attitude and she loved the Lord. I will miss seeing her come in the mall every Sunday.

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