Rita was born on January 14, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio. She married the late James L. Bland in 1947.
Rita is survived by a daughter, Shari A. Bland.
The family invites Rita’s friends to come and celebrate her life with them at Little Flower Catholic Church on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 10:30 and will receive guests at 9:30.
Rita had a full life, she was an accomplished seamstress, a beloved wife and mother, community volunteer and friend, who loved to entertain. She will be sorely missed.
Rita’s Inurnment will be at Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS, on Monday, November 12, 2018 at 10:30 am.