Barrington, Illinois
Rita M. Krupp Rita M. Krupp (nee Kelley), 58, passed away suddenly at Good Shepherd Hospital on Friday, Oct. 1, 2010. Services will be private. Rita was born May 22, 1952, in Elgin, the daughter of Jeanne R. (nee Flock) Kelley and the late Darwin T. Kelley. Rita attended Barrington schools from grade school through high school, where she was involved in several school activities. She then attended the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She also attended Northern Illinois University. Upon graduation, she worked in management at Lord & Taylor. She later worked for United Airlines as a flight attendant and pricing analyst. Most recently she was employed by Hewitt and Associates. Rita enjoyed the outdoors, spending her free time horseback riding, gardening, and especially walking her dogs. She held a special place in her heart for all animals. Rita was also gifted in sewing, knitting, and jewelry making, creating one-of-a-kind designs for herself and others. Rita is survived by her mother, Jeanne; two sisters, Linda (James) Welch Kemper and Kathy (Mark) Heyse; two nephews, Will and Ward Welch; and nieces, Leigh Welch, and Gwen and Laura Heyse. She was preceded in death by her father, Darwin T. Kelley. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Stillwaters/Alcoholics Anonymous, P.O. Box 213, Barrington, IL 60011 or the Animal House Pet Shelter, 13005 Ernesti Road, Huntley, IL 60142. You may leave online condolences at www.davenportfamily.com, or call Davenport Family Funeral Home in Barrington at 847-381-3411, for information.
Rita, you will be missed very much by myself and my family. May you rest in peace.
Rita was my Aunt and a great one at that. Mine and my families sympathy and love goes out to all her family and loved ones.
Laura Krupienski
October 19, 2010 | Gilberts, IL
I happened to read of Rita's passing in the Deerfield Review and it struck me quite forceably, even though I have not seen Rita for 40 yrs. I was a Kappa, with Rita, at the U of I, and remember her bubbly nature & caring personality. I have not spoken with her since graduation in '73, but wanted to send my condolences. You have my sincere sympathy, as i know how difficult it is to lose a child. With deepest sympathy.
Ann Foley Hanson
October 14, 2010 | Deerfield, IL
I'll never forget being 9 or 10 years old, when Rita was junior and senior in high school (she was classmate and friend of my older brother and sisters). In my mind, in addition to being Homecoming Queen, she may as well have been a Princess. I'll always remember her generosity of time and attention. You can tell a lot about someone's character by how they treat children. She is a beautiful person whom God will have special plans for. My heart goes out to her family and friends.
John Millin
October 13, 2010 | Palatine, IL
I was a classmate of Rita's. In our high school years she touched many lives because she was involved in many activities but probably best known as cheerleader, and Prom queen. She was always friendly, beautiful, caring, and simply a genuine person. I am saddened to hear of hear passing. We all missed her at the 40th reunion this past weekend. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and close friends. She is at rest now in God's loving care.
Linda Butler Novak
October 09, 2010 | Geneva, IL
We are shocked and saddened to learn of Rita's passing. Although it has been many years since we have seen each other we remember fondly our gatherings at Mrs.P&Me, Villa Bleu and their home in LBS. Rita was a beautiful person, both inside and out. We will keep Rita and the Kelley family in our thoughts and prayers.
April and Patrick Dowd
October 08, 2010 | Palatine, IL
I am so saddened by the news of Rita's passing. May she now be feeling the peace and serenity for which she was searching.
Kimberly Peterson
October 06, 2010 | Barrington, IL
I am so sorry and shocked to hear about your loss. I worked with Rita for many years at United. I always admired how eloquently she spoke and her natural beauty inside and out. I know Rita had personal struggles, we had many heartfelt conversations. My prayers and thoughts are with the people who she loved and loved her.
Shelly Valenti
October 06, 2010 | Elk Grove, IL
It's entirely true that Rita was very much on our minds and in our hearts this past weekend. Homecoming of our senior year was a very important event for everyone, and continues to be for each year following. Rita chose a different sort of homecoming this year, yet she was still with us for our reunion. What a beautiful person she was! My special thoughts and prayers go out to Rita's family. Lydia Wilder
Lydia Wilder
October 05, 2010 | River Forest, IL
Rita was so very loving and so very beautiful. I am praying for her family and send my condolences. This past weekend was our Class of '70 Reunion and we were asked over and over where Rita was -- but no one knew. May the Lord bless and keep all those who love her, knowing she is enfolded in the every-loving, everlasting arms of our Father in Heaven. Kathy Harris
Kathy Harris
October 05, 2010 | Marietta, GA