Rita Ann Magee , age 75 of Stockton, IL, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022 at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, IL. She was a 1964 graduate of Stockton High School. She was born May 2, 1946; the daughter of the late Harry and Helen (Stanley) Evans. Rita married Ronald Magee on August 28, 1965 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton; he died on February 6, 2020.

She was a homemaker, lovingly raising her family. She also was a daycare provider and aide for the Stockton School District. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church of Stockton. Rita enjoyed crafts, reading, and watching Hallmark movies. She was an avid gardener, growing flowers and veggies which resulted in several hours of canning. Most of all, she loved her family. She was the sweetest person and will be remembered for giving the best hugs.

Rita is survived by her daughters, Amy (Richard) Kennedy of Machesney Park, IL, Jodi (Scott) Townsend of Montana and Jill Magee of Virginia; grandkids: Alivia, Peyton, & Christian Kennedy; Ascher, Taylor (Kennith), & Kirsten (Gus) Townsend; and Faith & Cyrus Schrader; great grandkids, Moxyn & Ensley Werhane, as well as one on the way; brothers, Keith (Alice) Evans and Stan Evans; and sister, Donna (Duane) Kupersmith. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ronald; and sisters, Shirley & Jean.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2022 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church Parish Hall in Stockton. The funeral service will be Monday, April 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. also at the church with a visitation before the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Stockton. A memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be shared at www.hermannfuneralhome.com.