Rita Ward Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Rita Ward of Kingsford Heights, Indiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 17, 2025 at the age of 69. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Marion Short and Theresa Short (Kislicki); and her great grandchild Gabriella Swager. She is survived by: her daughters, Amy Puentes of La Porte and Jennifer Garcia of La Porte; her grandchildren, Amber Mote (Mike) of Grovertown, Marisa Garcia of North Liberty, Christian Garcia of Fish Lake, Thalia Garcia-Castro (Brian) of Fort Wayne, Alejandra Puentes of Nappanee, Jaden Puentes of La Porte, Breanna of La Porte and Nicholas Mejia of La Porte; and her brother Richard Sawicki (Sue) of Phoenix, AZ. She is also survived by 14 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family c/o Amber Mote, 2900 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350.
