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Rita Nelson Obituary

Rita Jo Nelson Rita Jo Nelson, 51, Topeka, died Thursday, November 27, 2014. Memorial Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at El Shaddai Community Church, Topeka. Inurnment at later date. Memorials to the Restoration House Church or to the Redemption House Church in care of the Barnett Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS. 66066. www.barnettfamilyfh.com

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Nov. 30, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Rita Nelson

45 Entries

Kim Ketterman

December 18, 2021

Still missing you!
I have a picture of you and look at it all the time and remember all the good and bad times we shared. You made the good times even better and the bad times easier. I will always miss your smile that would light up a room.

Kim Ketterman

December 8, 2020

Still missing you, such a kind and good person taken away much to early.

Dawn Masqua

December 17, 2014

Rita was my friend and sister. She was the godmother of my daughter, Danielle, and was there for the birth of her in 1987. She helped me to understand that God loves all of us no matter what. She always had kind and encouraging words for me to keep going when at times in my life I became discouraged. I will miss her dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I truly believe Rita is in heaven and earned her wings. In caring, Dawn Masqua, Danielle Wahwassuck, Angel and Roger.

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December 3, 2014

Rita, you were the kindest, nicest, most honest person I knew always with a smile and a kind word for all. It was a pleasure to work with you. Your cheerful attitude will be be missed by everyone that was privileged to know you. RIP
Susan Whittington

Linda Berry

December 3, 2014

With a smile that could light up the room and a kind word for everyone, our dear friend Rita will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to her family that she loved so much.

Sandy S. Heithaus

December 3, 2014

My heart has joined the thousand, for my friend stopped smiling today. When your friend becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Missing your remarkable smile.

Donna Reiff

December 3, 2014

My heart breaks with the loss of such a sweet lady. I know she is in heaven right now looking down at all of us. We will miss you dear Rita

December 2, 2014

Rita will certainly be missed. I had the pleasure of working with her from time to time. What a warm wonderful person she was. Just a joy to be around
Bob Linnenburger

Brandy Wathke

December 1, 2014

Rita's sweet presence will be missed here on Earth, but I know for certain she is smiling down on all of us who were blessed to know her! She would want everyone to know the love of Christ, as she did, and would want us all to continue her legacy of extending kindness to others. I am honored to have known her!

Meg Kraus

December 1, 2014

What a special angel that we were so privileged to know. God needed someone special like Rita in heaven. Rita, you made our lives so much better knowing you. Now we have a special angel in heaven watching over us.

Betty Bacon

December 1, 2014

I'll echo the sentiments already posted here. Rita was truly a beautiful person. The sweetest, kindest friend. I'll treasure my memories of Rita. She will truly be missed. May the knowledge of how special Rita was bring your family a bit of peace.

Dewey Freeman

December 1, 2014

Rita will be missed by many she was so beautiful inside and out. Always eager to lend a helping hand. My prayers and thoughts to all of you.

Penny Shoulders

December 1, 2014

Chad and family sorry for your loss Rita was the sweetest person I know Rita was my best friend I've ever had she'll be missed alot. Rest in peace.

December 1, 2014

So sad to hear of Rita's passing. She was the sweetest most caring person I've had the pleasure of knowing. Such a beautiful soul! Prayers to her family and may she RIP!

Sara Batman

December 1, 2014

What a terrible loss from this world. Rita was one of the nicest people i've ever known. She was always so giving and sincere. She would always ask about my daughter and If i ever brought her by Jostens, she would always find change to buy her something from the vending machine. She will be missed by many.

Joyce Valliere

December 1, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Rita will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful person.

December 1, 2014

So sorry to hear of Rita's passing. I went to school with her she was always such a nice person. My prayers and thoughts are with all of her family. Denise ( Hernandez) Anguiano

Diane Donald

December 1, 2014

Rita was such a delightful person. Always there to hold your hand and pray with you in your time of need. I will never forget you Rita. You will be missed. Blessings to your friends and family during this sad time and may the great memories help them through.

Jo heckard

November 30, 2014

The Lord has another sweet angel, she was a very sweet person

I Was so shocked,The Lord has a very sweet angel,with him she was a very sweet person will be missed by so many

ruth monhollon

November 30, 2014

Chad and Jordan; I will always remember your mom with a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eyes. There will be a gaping hole in our church family from now on. The only comfort is knowing God has his arms wrapped around her and Nothing can ever cause her pain again. Know that we care about you and are only a phone call away; and God is only a prayer away.
With love, ruth ??

Christine Smith

November 30, 2014

My thoughts and prayers goes out to Rita's family. Rita was such a kind, caring and giving person. I will always remember her smile and laughter. What a blessing to have known such a sweet, thoughtful person. Rita will be greatly missed.
RIP...my friend.

Roxanne Ebberts

November 30, 2014

Rita was such a beautiful and kind person and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Michelle Thompson

November 30, 2014

RIP Rita... You will be Missed Greatly.....

Michelle Thompson

November 30, 2014

RIP Rita... You was the nicest most wonderful person around always... Will be Missed GREATLY!!! Prayers to all your family...

Wanda G

November 30, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family.

Kathy Murray

November 30, 2014

To Rita's family especially Chad. She was a wonderful woman. she really had God in her life. She was an inspiration to everyone that knew her. RIP Rita!

Paula Debacker

November 30, 2014

Rita you were an inspiration to all. When I saw you in the store you showed your caring ways to me and to all. RIP my sweet friend.

Kim Ketterman

November 30, 2014

My heart goes out to everyone in Rita's family. Rita was the sweetest person I knew, she would do anything for anybody. I will miss Rita so much. There are no words to ease the pain of losing a loved one, only time will ease the pain. She's in God's hands now, and she's at peace.

Keith Murphy

November 30, 2014

Chad Jordan I'm sorry for your loss your mom was the sweetest and nicest lady I ever got to know a lot of good memories with you guys and your mom May She Rest In Peace

November 30, 2014

I was Rita's boss many times over the years at Jostens. I never knew a kinder, more caring, conscientious loyal person to work with than her. I know she will be greatly missed by family, friends and coworkers. With deepest sympathy. Tom Merrill

Brenda Wettengel

November 30, 2014

I can't believe you're really gone. My sympathy to your family. Heaven has a true angel.

Sharon Burress

November 30, 2014

To all of Rita's family & friends. This seems to be the time for God to call his Angels on this earth Home to celebrate with Him. I am sure that Rita is in a joyful place now. May God bless you and send His angels to comfort you in your time of need.

Candi Ricketts

November 30, 2014

Rita you were an inspiration to everyone around you. RIP Rita

Vicky Enyeart

November 30, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to Rita's family and friends. She was the most kind hearted person I have ever known.

Sondie Wilson

November 30, 2014

Extending my love, sympathy and prayers to your family. Rita was such a loving giving person. You have been blessed by her love.

Kaye Stewart

November 30, 2014

Chad & Jordan - I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My heart goes out to you both and your families. Your mama was always so sweet and I have some good memories of her. Both of you lean on Christ. He will help you through this. Hugs to you both.

Kevin Stovall

November 30, 2014

Rita was the nicest person I've ever known. Always positive no matter what. Her faith in God is her reward today. God bless the family and I hope you find peace and comfort.