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1964
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2025
Rita Presser Obituary
April 13, 1964 - September 6, 2025
Rita was born in Richmond, VA, to the late Linda (Grimsley) Beaver and Erich Presser. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Leslie D. Shelton III. She is survived by her step-mother, Beverly Presser; step-brothers; sister-in-law; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and extended family in Germany. Her family will forever cherish her memory.
The memorial service has been postponed due to inclement weather. A new date will be announced soon.
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Barbara Cottrell
January 26, 2026
So sorry to hear of Rita's passing. She was a sweet person.
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Kelly Shelton
January 25, 2026
Memorial has been postponed. This obituary was supposed to be update and has not been. We will update with a new date and I will also make a comment here with the new date.
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