Rita Stankus Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Rita Stankus (Royal Oak, Michigan). Rita, born on March 20, 1927, passed away on June 25, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Stankus 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 husband Alfred B. Stankus; and her siblings, Vincent McCourt (late Olga), Gerald McCourt (Margaret), Thomas McCourt (late Arlene) and Patricia Townsend (late Russell).
She is survived by: her children, John Stankus and Cheryl Lama (Michael); her grandchildren, Jocelyn Joy Thomas, Cassie Lama and Callie Lama; her great grandchild Scarlet Spitzer Silverstone (David); her sister Helen Salmon (late Jack); and her sister-in-law Barbara M. Stankus.
