Rita Ann Anglehart

Rita Ann Anglehart passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the age of 92 years, surrounded by her children. Rita was born to John and Florence Fischer, on Ogden Street in Menekaunee, June 9, 1932. She graduated Salutatorian of her 1950 Marinette High School class. While in High School, she met her husband-to-be and love of her life Richard Joseph Anglehart (2018). The lovebirds had to wait to marry as Richard was deployed in the Korean War. While Richard was away, Rita worked in the Tabulating-Payroll Department at Scott Paper Company for almost two years where she was said to be an exemplary employee. When Richard returned, they were married on October 10, 1953 and moved to Belleville, IL, where he was stationed and started their family with the birth of daughter Kathleen. Eventually, they moved back to Marinette and continued to grow their family with five more children. Rita was an incredibly loving mother and was fiercely protective of her family, always saying that “she loved her kids more than anything” She was also a dedicated wife of 65 years. Rita’s faith was paramount, and she was honored to become an “Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist.” She also was involved in the Special Needs Bible Study program where she helped not only with bible study but also with playing the bells and going to special events, with her special “kids.” Rita’s kindness extended beyond her family, caring for her community whenever someone fell ill or passed away. She was a loyal volunteer to organizations including Meals on Wheels and always worked to do anything for anyone in need. In 2002, after being nominated by Rainbow House, Rita received from Marinette & Menominee County the Volunteer of the Year Award for her deep compassion and outstanding devotion to the communities. In addition to her volunteering and constant care of people, Rita was an excellent furniture refinisher and a proud member of the “Strippers Club” (furniture that is) at UW Marinette where she did exceptional work with heirloom furniture. She was also an avid reader and an incredible cook, spending countless hours canning tomatoes, pickles, sauerkraut and preparing meals for every holiday and event. Her recipes are our forever family traditions. Thanksgiving and Christmas were Rita’s favorite holidays, but anytime her kids were home and together in Marinette was when she was truly happiest. The only thing that made her even happier was when her eight grandchildren started to be born. Rita was a wonderful Grandma who always made sure each of her grandbabies had their favorite cookie, meal, toy or treat and made extra effort to attend their special events and celebrate their accomplishments. Rita is survived by her children Kathleen Anglehart, Milwaukee, WI; Debra Metz (Jeffrey) Milwaukee, WI; Paul Anglehart (Tim Gast) San Mateo, CA; David Anglehart (Melissa Robinson) West Allis, WI; Joseph Anglehart (Suzanne) La Crosse, WI; Peter Anglehart (Ann), Green Bay, WI and her grandchildren Emily Metz; Maxwell Metz (Allison); Martha Schroer (Andrew); Hannah Anglehart; Abby Anglehart; Samuel Anglehart; Jack Anglehart and Emma Anglehart and her great-grandson Paxton Metz. Rita is further survived by her sisters-in-law Mary Enstrom and JoAnn Fischer and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Accent Hospice for the great compassion and care given in Rita’s final days. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to local charities are appreciated. Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, August 10 from 9:00-11:00 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Marinette, WI (2735 Taylor Street, Marinette) followed by the celebration of Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. A luncheon will follow the service in Marinette. Rozga Funeral & Cremation Services Rozga-Walloch Chapel 414-281-7145