Died: 12th October 2025

Peacefully on Sunday 12th October 2025 with the love of her family around her at Southland Hospital.

Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of the late Debbie, Karen, Maara and Jenny, Tania, Philip and Carly, John, and Paul.

Loved Nana and Great Nana to all her grand and great grandchildren.

A very loved sister to her brothers and sisters.

A loved Aunty to her nephews and nieces.

As per Rita’s wishes a private cremation will be held on Friday 17th October 2025.

If you would like to pay your respects please join with the family anytime before 1pm Friday at her home.

Messages to P.O. Box 632, Invercargill or on Rita’s tribute page, mwfunerals.co.nz/s/rita.