Rita Wissing

Rita Wissing obituary, Pea Ridge, AR

Rita Wissing

Rita Wissing Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Barkley Funeral Chapel - Greenup on Jan. 20, 2026.
Rita Wissing, 76, of Pea Ridge, Arkansas passed away at 3:25 am on January 7, 2026, at Highland Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Bella Vista, Arkansas.

Burial will be in the Toledo Cemetery. The Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup is assisting the family.

Rita was born on August 27, 1949, to Chesly and Fern (Mayhall) Holsapple in Tuscola, Illinois. Rita married Steve Wissing on December 20, 1970, and he preceded her in death in 2006. Rita is survived by daughter Eva Wissing and one grandchild.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.barkleyfuneralchapels.com

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