Rita Karole Smith

Hastings resident Rita Karole Smith, 68, died Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at her home.

Rita was born February 25, 1944 in Sidney, Montana, the daughter of Mark B. and Naomi J. (Alexander) Smith. She grew up and attended school in Sidney, Montana. Rita enjoyed cooking, reading, and watching old westerns. She loved spending time with her family and her cat.

Rita is survived by her mother June Ewart of Hastings; sister, Meda Taubenheim and her husband Dean of Hastings; two brothers, Randy Ponder and his wife Darla of Clay Center, Nebr., and Francis Ponder and his wife Gail of Columbus, Nebr.; nieces and nephews, Todd, Chad, Jeff, Victoria Drew, Vanesa, Sarah, Jessie, and Natalie; and her beloved cat, Sassy.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Niomi Marie Smith; father; and grandparents.

Visitation Schedule
In honoring Rita's wishes for cremation there will be no viewing or visitation.

Service
Memorial services are 11:00 am, Saturday, November 3, 2012 at North Shore Assembly of God Church in Hastings, with Pastor Chris Johnson officiating.

Cemetery
Private burial at Parkview Cemetery.

Memorials
Memorials may be given to her family.