Rita Ann Woods

1943 - 2017

Rita Ann Woods obituary, 1943-2017, Springfield, IL

BORN

1943

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Bisch & Son Funeral Home

505 East Allen

Springfield, Illinois

Rita Woods Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 20, 2017.

Rita Ann LaBrier Woods, 74, of Springfield, passed away on November 18, 2017 at her home. Rita was born on February 14, 1943 in Springfield, Illinois to Daniel D. and Frances McCormick LaBrier. Rita married Grahame A. "Bud" Woods in October of 1965 and he preceded her in death in 2005.

Rita is survived by her two children: Douglas (Michelle) Woods of Sherman, Illinois and Allison (Chris) Rudin of Athens, Illinois. Also surviving are her three grandchildren, Makenna and Jared Woods and Aspen Rudin, and her sister Mary Fran DeWitt of Texas, several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded by her sister Carol Walker and her brother Jim LaBrier.

Rita graduated from Lanphier High School and was the Office Coordinator for the Department of Human Services for the State of Illinois. Rita enjoyed playing golf at Brookhills Golf Course, bowling at King Pin Lanes, and also loved playing BUNCO. Rita was most passionate about spending time with her grandchildren, going to dinner with her friends, and traveling with her close friends to Chicago, St. Louis, New Orleans, Arizona, Tennessee and Mississippi.

A memorial service will be held at 2:30pm followed by a Memorial Gathering from 3:00pm-6:00pm on Friday, November 24, 2017 at Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 East Allen Street. A private family burial will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made the American Heart Association, 2141 West White Oaks Dr., #A, Springfield, IL 62704, or the Central Illinois Food Bank, 1937 East Cook St, Springfield, IL 62703 and please visit the online "Life Remembered Story" at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com.

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December 8, 2017

To Rita's family and loved ones....
Rita and I went to high school together; lost track of each other over the years; then reconnected at the monthly lunches at Fulgenzi's. At the luncheons we laughed, talked, shared memories and all enjoyed each other.

Please accept my sincere sympathy at this time. I pray God holds you close and gives you strength and peace.
Sue (Shymansky) Terry

December 5, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Rita has been a friend for many years. I am a classmate from Lanphier High School. She will be missed at our monthly luncheon at Fulgenzi. At this time of loss, may you know....His compassion, His grace, His love. May the love of God surround you all during your time of sorrow. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences to all of her family.

With Sympathy,
Roger and Opal Kimball

November 22, 2017

Marilyn Bouwman

So very sorry to hear of Rita's passing. We went to grade school and high school together but lost track due to my moving away after school. Please accept my sincere condolences to her whole family.

November 22, 2017

Doug, Allisson and Families,
We're holding you in our hearts right now and thru the holiday season. Your momma was a very special lady and we know she's in your dad's arms right now. We always had such good times with them and such wonderful memories!
Peace, Ken and Marjean

November 22, 2017

We met Rita in 2009 when she joined our Monday morning Laundry Day Queens bowling league, there was always laughter around when Rita was around. Rita was a joy to be around and will be missed by all our ladies
Debbie Dillahunty/Secretary

November 22, 2017

Andrea Standley

Doug and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

November 22, 2017

Charlene Brown

Doug & Michelle,

I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers.

November 21, 2017

Pat Fravel Vander Meer

So many fond memories of my dear cousin Rita and visiting her family as I was growing up in Chicago by taking trips with my family to Springfield from the time I was a baby. She always made my dad a cake when we came to town. My cousins were a little older than me and hanging with the teenagers was such a treat, listening to their rock n roll and seeing what they would be up to next. Rita's infectious laugh and sweet nature was so special. She so enjoyed her own wonderful family as it grew and took great pride in them all. Our hearts go out to you. She will be very fondly remembered.

November 21, 2017

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

November 21, 2017

Michael Mills

Rita was a dear, sweet, funny woman. I'm so sorry her family is left without her lovely face and vibrant spirit.

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24

Memorial Gathering

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Bisch & Son Funeral Home

505 East Allen, Springfield, IL 62703

Nov

24

Memorial service

2:30 p.m.

Bisch & Son Funeral Home

505 East Allen, Springfield, IL 62703

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