KLIPPEL, RITA LOUISE, 69
Ocala - Rita Louise Klippel, 69, of Ocala, FL, a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on December 5, 2012, at her home after a hard fought battle with ovarian cancer.
She was born on January 10, 1943 in Jacksonville, FL, to the late Mary Rita Tryon Smith and Franklin Smith, Jr.
Rita was raised in South Florida where she graduated from Notre Dame Academy, Miami, FL, in 1961. In 1982, she moved to Ocala with her husband and children. She worked as a Teacher's Aide for 25 years at Dunnellon Elementary School. She cared deeply for others and was always willing to help those in need. She was an avid Miami sports fan and enjoyed watching movies, playing cards, dancing, traveling, and most of all, being surrounded by family and loved ones. A devoted Catholic, she was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Ocala, FL.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Bob Klippel; her two wonderful sons, Bryan Lee Klippel and Christopher Scott Klippel; her two grandsons, Bryan Klippel, Jr. and Zachary Klippel; and her siblings, Frances Smith, Kathleen Johnston, Mary Anne Williams and Charles William Mersch and several nieces and nephews.
She was a wonderful, caring, loving person and will forever be missed.
Viewing will be on Monday, December 10th, 2012 between 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. at Hiers- Baxley TimberRidge Chapel, 9695 SW 110th St., Ocala. The Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, December 11th, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Hwy. 200, Ocala. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County. Condolences may be expressed at:
www.hiers-baxley.com.
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Miss you every single day! You are not forgotten! Love you!
Valorie Lajeunesse
Family
December 1, 2021
Hard to believe that 8 years has gone by! Still miss you Aunt Rita!
Valorie Lajeunesse
Family
December 1, 2020
How blessed was I to have such a wonderful sister in my life. She was my baby sister but there were times, you would think, she was the matured one. She was always fully in control of our silly little antics. I will forever miss talking with her but I know she will be praying and watching over me till we meet again. I love you, MaryAnne
MaryAnne Williams
January 6, 2013
To all our family and friends and caring individuals that responded regarding my wife Rita, thank you from the bottom of my heart.For over 38 years of marriage to her, she has been a true blessing to me. She has been my incredable partner with such effection and caring ways to everyone. She was devoted to her God, family and friends and often put herself last after everyone else's comfort and needs. The responses, in many ways, have been reflective of the many that she has touched in her life. She always gave her best in whatever she did. I couldn't have had a better wife, friend or partner and now that God called her home, I am devastated. I know God will guide me to a path that will be reflective of her inspirations. Her name truly says it all. R.I.T.A. Reliable-Ideal-Tender loving-Angel. Honey I love you forever and Pray that God keeps you in everlasting peace and comfort till I am with you again, eternally. Bob Klippel
January 2, 2013
I just heard about Rita's passing. I too use to work with her at Dunnellon Elementary. She was such a kindhearted person. May God comfort you in your loss.
Mary Swett
December 13, 2012
jr
December 10, 2012
With deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of Rita, I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Rita for several years at Dunnellon Elementary,she was a wonderful person. Rest In Peace Rita...Veronica Washington, Dunnellon,FL
December 10, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss...I worked with Ms. Klippel at DES and remember her fondly. We still kept in touch at the holidays...she was a great person. I just found a beautiful photograph of her and Mr. Klippel at my wedding. What a beautiful couple. My love and prayers to your family...
Kendrin Athaide
December 8, 2012
I feel special to have had such a special woman to be my Aunt and my friend. She was generous and kind, always
wanting to make life better for the people she loved. I was lucky because I was one of those people. I may have lost my Aunt and friend, but I've gained a guardian angel. I know she will be watching over me.
Mary Houser
December 8, 2012
My life is filled with wonderful memories as a result of having such a kind and generous woman in my life. Rita was not only my Aunt but she was my friend. I take comfort in knowing that we have a guardian angel to watch over us. I will miss her, but I know she will always be with me.
December 8, 2012
Words can't express the sorrow we are feeling right now. We love you Rita and we will always cherish the wonderful memories we have of you. Your loving brother, Will and Linda
December 7, 2012
I have known Rita Klippel since the late 60's in Miami...a great person, lots of fun, worked hard. Then she met Bob, love of her life and with their two sons created a home filled with love and light....Although we did not see each other very often after your move to Ocala, we stayed in touch through that wonderful tradition of Christmas cards!!! Words can never express the sadness I feel at this time. Please know you are in my thoughts and my heart as you remember all those wonderful years with her and find solace for your sorrow in the memories. Love, hellen
Hellen Hoffman
December 7, 2012
To the Klippel family, we are So sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Aunt Rita.
Earl, Lynne Johnston
December 7, 2012
The world just lost an amazing woman! My Aunt Rita was the best Aunt in the world! I have the best memories of her! I will never forget all the times she was there for me growing up! Uncle Bob, Bryan, Chris, Bryan and Zach- I am so sorry for your loss. We all were incredibly lucky to have had Rita Klippel in our lives. Know that she is with God and at peace! Love you!
Valorie Lajeunesse
December 7, 2012
Heaven has gained an Angel. My deepest sympathies to her husband, children, family and friends who loved this beautiful lady. I was blessed to have known her. Rita, you are missed.
julie
December 7, 2012
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