Rita Kay Chapa Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Rita Kay Chapa of Austin, Indiana. Rita, born on June 26, 1958, passed away on October 8, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Kay Chapa to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Rita for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Rita’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Walter Stidham, Sr. and Freda Mae Stidham (Colwell). She is survived by: her sons, Brian Keith Chapa and Fernando Chapa III; her siblings, Lonnie Stidham, Neil Stidham and Michelle Stidham; her grandchildren, Sherette, Andrew and Kenrick Chapa; and her great grandchild Beau Reece Fortner.
