Rita Jankee
Rita M. Jankee, 75, Thorp, formerly of Greenwood, passed away at Turner Integrity Care in Thorp, on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Missionary Baptist Church in Greenwood. Visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will take place in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Greenwood, at a later date.
Rita Mary Martini was born on Oct. 6, 1949, in Marshfield, to Gottlob and Edna A. (Hotarski) Martini. She was raised on her family’s farm and received her education in the Greenwood area, graduating from Greenwood High School in 1967. After graduating from high school, Rita worked at Thorp Finance in Thorp, then at Land O’Lakes in Spencer, with her last job being a pharmacy tech at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield, until retiring due to poor health.
She had many interests but especially enjoyed riding horses, snowmobiling, and spending time with her family and friends. She had a passion for the animals at the Clark County Humane Society.
Rita is survived by one brother, Kenneth (Susan) Martini of Owen; one nephew, Michael (Christie) Martini; two nieces, Sarah (George) Gorman and Laura (Brandon) Edblom; and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents. In lieu of flowers, Rita’s family asks that donations be given in her name to the Clark County Humane Society.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Greenwood, is assisting the family with arrangements.
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