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Rita Broeker Obituary
Rita Ann Broeker (nee Tuttle), of O Fallon, MO, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Lester Louis Broeker; cherished daughter of the late Floyd Tuttle and Blanche Smith; devoted mother of Mark (Nancy) Broeker and the late Kimberly Kay (the late Craig) March; loving grandmother of six; treasured great-grandmother of 11; dear sister of Kelly (Mary) Smith, Sandra (the late Bert) Lewis and the late Larry Smith.
Rita had a green thumb and a true passion for gardening. She found peace and purpose in nurturing her flowers and plants, turning her garden into a place of beauty and care. In quieter moments, she enjoyed spending time on her computer, using it as a way to relax and pass the time.
Rita was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Memorials may be made in Rita's name to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
311 Wood St., O'Fallon, MO 63366
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