Rita Downs Obituary
In loving memory of Rita Downs of Glouster, Ohio, who departed this world on October 26, 2025 at the age of 72. Rita leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. 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, Donald Standley and Helen Bendervich Standley; her husband Thomas A. Downs; her son Jeremy Allen Downs; and her pet Miley.
She is survived by: her children, Anna Lewis (Ben) of Lancaster and Mike Downs of New Lexington; her grandchildren, Madison Lewis (Ryan Cain), Brittany Lewis (Noah Wooten) and Abby Smith; her siblings, Donnie Standley, Stephen Standley (Missey), Peggy Miller (Steve), Mary Ann Standley (Scott Richards) and Paulette Ward (Randy); and her friend Helen. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Contributions in memory of Rita can be made to the Pickering House, 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio 43130.