Rita Marie Rivas
April 18, 1955 — February 24, 2025
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Rita Marie Rivas, age 69, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025, at Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.
Rita was born April 18, 1955, in Des Moines, Iowa to Jack and Helen (Spieker) Rivas. She was a lifelong resident of Des Moines. She earned her degree in Nursing and worked for Broadlawns Medical Center until her retirement.
She is survived by her loving partner of 50 years, James Severino as well as other extended family members and friends.
Rita will be laid to rest at Glendale Cemetery privately.
LISA BRYAN
03/05/2025
RITA ,RITA ,RITA, SO GLAD WE BECAME FRIENDS . WHAT ABOUT OUR MONTHLY LUNCHES ????? SAY HI TO HELEN , BOTH OF THEM .. THINK OF YOU, MISS YOU. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND
Sue Frazier
02/28/2025
Oh Rita I am so glad I got to have you in my life. You were an awesome nurse and person 💜. I will see you in the other side. My condolences to all of your loved ones. I will keep them in my prayers 🙏
Donna Jones
02/28/2025
I loved working with Rita at Broadlawns. Such a unique and strong willed woman. I admired her for that.
Dianne Haynes
02/27/2025
Rita you will be missed by all who knew you. You are a Bright Light that shines on all of us. I know you have no bounds now. Wish I had seen you one more time. You have always been an Angel.
Sheri Allen
02/26/2025
Oh Rita my heart is breaking. I enjoyed you so much at T Marie’s pool . I’m so glad we all got together awhile back for Theresa’s retirement and birthdays. You will be so missed st the pool this summer and always but forever in our hearts. Ride high with the Angels Rita, until we meet again.
Ellen Stancel
02/25/2025
I know your up there riding your motorcycle, reunited with your mom and dog! I'm so glad i ran into you a few weeks ago! You would do anything for the people that meant the most to you! Forever grateful for you! Prayers to your family!
Jessica Benavidez
02/25/2025
Rita you will be missed!!! One of my favorite people I ever worked with!!! You were one of the first women I met that rode a harley and you inspired me! One of the coolest women I ever met!!! Prayers for your family!
Brenda Brown
02/25/2025
RIP my chickadee... You will be missed and your memory celebrated! Hope your Dancing in the Sky, or maybe swimming.... Prayers for your family!