Rita A. Bartlett

March 10, 1952 — February 25, 2025

Rita Bartlett

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Rita A. Bartlett, 72, passed away February 25, 2025 at Unity Point Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Rita was born March 10, 1952 in Des Moines to Robert and Ernestine (Bishop) Hummel. She graduated from Lincoln High School and went on to receive her Associate’s Degree in Accounting from AIB. She later attended Grandview University. Rita worked for Dahl’s and later retired from the Department of Agriculture with the State of Iowa. She was a devout Christian and loved her Lord Jesus, which was evident in the way Rita lived her life. She opened her heart and her doors to those in need. Helping others came naturally for her. Rita’s pride and joy were her children and especially her granddaughter London and she loved spending time with all of them.

Rita is survived by her son, Ryan (Juliana) Bartlett; daughter, Anna Grace; granddaughter, London; sister, Nancy (Donald) Jennings; brother, Michael (Sherri) Hummel; her beloved dog, Mya; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Richard Hummel; and her former spouse, Richard Bartlett.

The family will greet friends Friday, March 7, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the funeral service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Church, 4200 E. 25th Street in Des Moines. Rita will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. A luncheon will take place at Grace Church following the burial.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Rita.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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