Rita Ella Gerls's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Brookfield, Wisconsin

Rita Ella Gerls

April 18, 1944 - July 24, 2025 (81 years old)

Brookfield, Wisconsin

Rita Ella Gerls's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Brookfield, Wisconsin

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Harder Funeral Home

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Rita Ella Gerls

April 18, 1944 - July 24, 2025 (81 years old)

Brookfield, Wisconsin

Rita Ella Gerls Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Rita Ella Gerls (Brookfield, Wisconsin), who passed away on July 24, 2025 at the age of 81. 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 Ella Gerls to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Rita Ella's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Rita Ella's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband William; her children, Victoria R. Newcomer (Scott) and Marvin Gerls (Gina); her grandchildren, Corinne Dulak (Darrell), Derrick Grosenick (Michelle) and Ashley Gerls; her great grandchildren, Connor, Carson, Bryce and Chayce; her sibling Wally Sprenger (Carol); and her close friend Arnold Mueller.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1st 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Harder Funeral Home (18700 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045). A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 1st 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Harder Funeral Home



Fri

Aug 01

Visitation

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Harder Funeral Home
18700 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045

Fri

Aug 01

Funeral service

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Harder Funeral Home
18700 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045

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