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Rita Bock Obituary
She was born in Kansas City, Kansas on August 1, 1941 the daughter of Ordry and Marie (Irvin) Harrison.
Rita worked for the State of Kansas as a stenographer prior to her retirement.
She enjoyed doing genealogy, bird watching, scuba diving, zip-lining, and traveling extensively. She loved adventure and made several trips to Medjagory. She was a devout Catholic and helped support an orphanage in India.
She is survived by her sister Diane Parrish and husband Tom of Kansas City, KS, and her nieces and nephews; Wendy Harrison, Richard Harrison, Edwina (Dwon) Littlejohn, Timothy (Mandy) Parrish, Brandon (Karly) McCurdy, Patrick (Alana) Parrish and Matthew McCurdy. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Larry Harrison and sister, Sharon McCurdy.
Rita will lie in state at Mater Dei Holy Name Church, 1114 West Tenth, from 9-10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30th, with a Mass of Christian Burial to begin at 10:00 a.m. Graveside services will be held at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Shawnee, Kansas at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to help support the orphanage in India and sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, Kansas 66603.
Online condolences and fond memories may be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com. Rita Sue (Harrison) Bock
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Marian Ganser
July 1, 2020
So sorry to hear of Rita's passing. She was a special person. I will miss seeing her at Mass.
Rachel Broxterman
June 30, 2020
Up soaring ever so high peacefully joining grandpa!! You were always so kind to me when I was younger visiting grandpa and enjoyed Sunday breakfast
After mass together
At Village Inn!! You both made Christmas memorable and fun!!! Made sure to keep all the grandkids spoiled and special.
I don't think you recognized me at your yard sale a few years ago...
This year and more loss within the family...my last grandparent!! Ran across my German cowbell the other day. A gift from you both! I'll never forget you! Rest in peace. Love, Rachel L. Broxterman
Cindy Broxterman Miller
June 29, 2020
Im sorry to hear of Ritas passing.
Sounds like she enjoyed her life to the fullest.
Pentareddy Swetha
June 29, 2020
Iife is the greatest gift that God has given us. Death is only a bridge towards eternal life with God. Certainly heaven is rejoice for another soul has finally reached his true home. OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES
Georgette Reb
June 27, 2020
Will miss you very much and thanks for the good times and many laughs we had together. Rest in peace.
Julian/Peggy Oliva
June 27, 2020
Will miss you at Mass. Enjoyed our conversations.
jose fernandez
June 27, 2020
May she rest in peace. We attended the same church service for many years. A lovely person who adored her faith and lived it.
Dale Kirmer
June 26, 2020
Rita, you will be missed.
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Jun
30
Lying in State
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Mater Dei Holy Name Church
1114 West Tenth, KS
Jun
30
Rosary
9:30 a.m.
Mater Dei Holy Name Church
1114 West Tenth, KS
Jun
30
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
Mater Dei Holy Name Church
1114 West Tenth, KS
Jun
30
Graveside service
1:30 p.m.
St. Joseph Cemetery
Shawnee, KS
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