Rita Buss Obituary
Rita Jo Buss, 64, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away December 5, 2025. She was born in Washington, Indiana on August 16, 1961, to the late Cletus and Beverly McNabb. She graduated from North Knox High School and became a homemaker. In her free time she enjoyed reading Stephen King novels, listening to jazz music, crocheting, laughing, spending time with her sister, and anything Betty Boop. Rita will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents Cletus and Beverly McNabb; and brother Rick McNabb.
Rita is survived by her sister Annette (Ron Cummins) Walker.
Goodwin-Sievers is honored to be entrusted with the care of Ms. Buss. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
524 Broadway Street, Vincennes, IN 47591
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