Rita P. Smith's obituary , Passed away on July 18, 2024 in McSherrystown, Pennsylvania

Rita P. Smith

March 13, 1940 - July 18, 2024 (84 years old)

McSherrystown, Pennsylvania

Rita P. Smith's obituary , Passed away on July 18, 2024 in McSherrystown, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc.

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Rita P. Smith

March 13, 1940 - July 18, 2024 (84 years old)

McSherrystown, Pennsylvania

Rita P. Smith Obituary

The world bids farewell to Rita P. Smith of McSherrystown, Pennsylvania, born in Hanover, Pennsylvania, departing on July 18, 2024 at the age of 84. Rita leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Rita may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Rita touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John A. Smith and Mary P. "Tish" Smith (Fink). She is survived by: her siblings, Agnes Bevenour (Kenneth) of New Oxford, William Smith of McSherrystown, Samuel Smith of McSherrystown and Mary Jane Rankin (Kenneth) of McSherrystown. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Rita's memory may be made to Annunciation B.V.M. Catholic Church, 26 N. Third St., McSherrystown, PA 17334.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc.



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