Reta L. Papendick, age 86, of Wadsworth, passed away on October 23, 2020. Beloved wife of Victor for 65 years. Loving mom of Michael (Linda), Vicki (Robert) Holland, Melanie (Michael) Arndt, Deidre (John) Callan, and Kevin (Mary Lou). Cherished Granny of Nathan, Ashleigh, Morganne, Christopher, Patrick, Colin, Lara, Rebecca, Adam, Olivia, and Claire. Great-Granny of Harper, Marin, Mason, Caiden, and Levi
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She was an active member of The First United Methodist Church. An avid Cubs fan for over sixty years, she reveled in the 2016 World Series and pennant win. She was endlessly generous, loved quietly, fiercely, and unconditionally. Her legacy and love will remain in the memories of all whose lives she touched.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions services will be held privately. Reta will be laid to rest at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville, IL.
In lieu of flowers please make any donations in memory of Reta to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org