Rita Heyen Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Rita Heyen (Kinsley, Kansas), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 27, 2026 at the age of 67. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Heyen to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Rita's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her husband Craig Heyen; her father Chet Huffman; and her siblings, Ronda Taylor, Rusty Huffman and Randy Huffman.
She is survived by: her mother Cotton Adorno; her siblings, Ricky Huffman (Carla) of Greenville, IL, Robby Huffman (Donna) of Chandlerville, IL, Roxana Pope (Matt) of Hannibal, MO and Renee Butler (Wayne) of Forest City, IL; her children, Alisha Craft (Mitchell) of Kinsley, KS, Sherita Carstensen of Wichita, KS and Dustin Newport of Emporia, KS; and her friend Debbie Bishop.
