Rita Mary Wempe Robke Obituary
The world bids farewell to Rita Mary Wempe Robke of Seneca, Kansas, departing on April 26, 2026 at the age of 86. Rita leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Art Wempe and Katherine Wempe (Quinlan); her brothers, Donald and Steve Wempe; and her brother-in-law Kenny Meyer.
She is survived by: her husband Joe; her children, Tom (Lesa), Jerry (Jill), Bob (Krista) and Joan Kuhlmann (Bart); her siblings, Alice Meyer, Janice Kuckelman (Frank), Diane Murphy (Dennis), Sue Steinlage (Cyril), Dan Wempe (JoAnn) and Mary Weeks (Jim); and her sister-in-law Chris Wempe (Steve). She is also survived by nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.
A rosary was held on Wednesday, April 29th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Lauer Funeral Home (212 S 4th St, Seneca, KS 66538). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, April 30th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church (411 Pioneer St, Seneca, KS 66538).
Memorial contributions may be made to Team Schnak or Coins for a Cause, sent in care of the family.
