Rita Kay Whitney Obituary
The memory of Rita Kay Whitney of Howard, Ohio, who passed away on October 13, 2025 at the age of 76, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Kay Whitney to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Rita find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her siblings, Lawrence Bruce McLin, Jean Eloise Gleason, Robert Harris McLin, Lois Ann Runyon and Roberta Faye Wilson.
She is survived by: her husband Chuck; her daughter Brittany Whitney Brinkman (Daniel); her grandson Gabriel Brinkman; and her sister Linda S. McLin (Tom Marsh). She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and other family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Roberts Funeral Home - Mt Vernon (18260 Coshocton Rd, Mt Vernon, OH 43050). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Grove Church of Christ (7740 Grove Church Rd, Gambier, OH 43022). A burial will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Workman Cemetery.
