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Rita Massier Obituary
Born: January 24, 1936
Died: October 15, 2016
Rita J. Massier, 80, of DeKalb, Illinois, died Saturday, October 15, 2016, at her daughter's home in Cherry Valley.
Born January 24, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of John and Margaret (Mentgen) Sullivan, Rita married Ronald Massier on May 10, 1958 at St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb.
Rita graduated from DeKalb High School Class of 1954. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in DeKalb and was employed by DeKalb Clinic. She enjoyed ceramics, traveling, her grandchildren's activities, and was a devoted mother and friend.
She is survived by four daughters, Joanie (Stephan) Achs of Milwaukee, Patty Massier of Rockford, Kathy (Scott) McLeland of Cherry Valley, Julie (Kenric) Garber of Phoenix, Arizona; nine grandchildren, Alexis, Brianna, Max, Marcus, Conner, Kaitlyn, Dane, Ethan, Jonathan; several nieces and nephews; and the Henry and Irene Meier family.
She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; two brothers; and three sisters.
The Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 321 Pine Street, DeKalb, Illinois, with Fr. Dean Russell officiating. Burial of cremated remains will be at St. Mary Cemetery in DeKalb.
Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services, Tuesday, at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Rita J. Massier Memorial Fund, addressed to the Massier Family in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115.
For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022.
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I still have the beautiful pumpkin you made for me in your ceramics class. Love you
Patty Raih
October 12, 2024
Thinking of you
Mary Krupp
October 12, 2019
It's hard to believe that Rita has been gone this long. I still think of her often and hope her family is feeling blessed by happy memories.
Bill & Melanie Hersch
October 25, 2016
Thinking of your family during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May her memory be a blessing.
Tom and Mary Krupp
October 24, 2016
May God comfort you in your loss. Rita was so nice, a lovely person. May your memories sustain you and bring you peace.
Chuck & Donna Mack
October 23, 2016
We send our deepest sympathy to the Massier girls and their families. Rita was a kind and fun person and we hold many wonderful memories of her. She was a devoted Mom and Grandmother. We are glad we could call her a dear friend.
Gayle Behnke
October 20, 2016
So Sorry to hear of Rita's passing.I worked with her at the DeKalb Clinic.She was always kind and considerate of other people and sometimes she would bring some bake goodies..yum...she was just a nice person.
Virginia Cassidy
October 20, 2016
I 'm so sorry to hear of your mom's death. She was a great neighbor & I've missed her since she moved away. My thoughts are with you at the sad time for your family.
Linda Rolf Anderson
October 19, 2016
Massier Girls:
My sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother. Rita was a sincerely friendly person with a positive spirit. Treasure your good times and memories of your Mother.
Darrell Wiley MD
October 19, 2016
Rita's Massier Family
It was my good fortune and privilege to have known and worked with Rita. She always had a compassionate and understanding way with our patients. There will always be a space in my memories for Rita. Norma and I extend our sympathies and best regards.
Patty Raih
October 19, 2016
I used to work with Rita at the DeKalb Clinic, back in the day. She was always a ray of sunshine for me. I remember she loved her ceramics and even made me a pumpkin! Although she has left us physically here on earth she will always be with us in spirit. God Bless... ♥
Diane Meier
October 19, 2016
Joanie, Patty, Kathy, Julie and family
I'm so sorry for your loss. Rita was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. My deepest sympathies to all.
Dr. Andrew & Sue Biscan
October 19, 2016
Condolences to Rita's family.
Nancy Poe
October 18, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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