Rita Mae Wheat Obituary
The memory of Rita Mae Wheat (Denham Springs, Louisiana), born in Independence, Louisiana, who passed away on January 30, 2026 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Angus Thompson and Lula Mae McDonald Thompson; and her brother Larry Thompson. She is survived by: her children, Lisa Edwards (Louis), Richie Wheat, Daryl Wheat (Susie) and Heath Wheat (Tammy); her grandchildren, Richie Wheat, Alyssa Wheat, Lauren Wheat, Kali Walker (Devin) and Dalton Wheat; her great grandchildren, Reid Wheat and Hallie Wade; and her siblings, A. G. (Sheila Thompson), Linda Seals, Darlene (Russell Zachary), Kenny (Julie Thompson) and Timothy Thompson. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
