Rita J. Muckenthaler Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Rita J. Muckenthaler (Saint Marys, Kansas), born in Wamego, Kansas, who passed away on December 30, 2023, at the age of 90, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Margaret Straub and Theodore Straub; her husband Marvin Muckenthaler; and her siblings, Dale, Joe Straub, Theola Bearman, Pauline Ellis and Maxine Eichem.
She is survived by: her children, Charles Simecka (Debbie) of Topeka, Alan Simecka (Donna) of St. Marys and Lori Martini (Steve) of Manhattan. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Indian Pay Station Museum and sent to Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple Street, St. Marys, Kansas 66536.
