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Rita Kohn Obituary
Rita Furr Kohn, 76, of Albemarle, North Carolina, passed away on Nov. 9, 2024.
Rita was born Dec. 19, 1947. She is survived by her husband, James "Jim" Kohn; her son, Reid Kohn and his wife Melissa Brown of Charlotte, North Carolina; grandchildren, Jordan Faulkner (Hope) of Monroe, North Carolina, and Walker Faulkner of Salisbury, North Carolina; great-grandchildren, Gunner, Shayleah and Makyla; and brothers-in-law, Rudy (Betsy) and Dan (Robin) Kohn. She is predeceased by her daughter, Wendy Kohn; and a granddaughter, Marissa Faulkner.
Rita retired from Mansfield Dentistry as a dental assistant, and she also worked as a substitute teacher. She loved baking pies, and was an avid reader who especially loved reading Jan Karon's Mitford series. She was also a die-hard fan of the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Cubs. Rita was a daughter of a very close family and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Tillery Compassionate Care in Albemarle.
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Dea Linn
November 18, 2024
Sending my love and condolences to you all. I am so saddened to hear this. She was one of the sweetest and kindest ladies I have ever met. So many fond memories with you all. God has truly gained an angel. Dea Linn- McNew of Bradenton Fl.
Diana Ewy (Lamberson) Sharp
November 14, 2024
Dear Jim, I think of our days at Sears back in the 70's when you helped bring Jim & I together. Sending my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I wish I had known her...she must have been a special gal. Hold tight to your loving memories. Hugs from Kansas City.
Pat Glick
November 13, 2024
Jim, so sorry. Please know that you and the family are in my prayers.
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