Rita Evelyn Ladd
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Rita Evelyn (Lang) Ladd, 78 -- daughter of Frieda R. and Walter J. Lang of Louisville, KY; wife of Joseph Kissin Ladd; mother of Julie (Eric Morgan), Michael (Mindy) and Susan Ladd-Snively (Shane Snively); and proud grandmother of five grandchildren: Abigail Ladd and Elyssa, Camryn, Samuel and Sophia Snively -- passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2021.
Rita spent much of her life caring for others: her mother in her later years; her patients, in her work as a physical therapist; her children, through adulthood; and her husband, through a long illness.
Rita was a smart, strong, independent woman who worked hard, loved to laugh, and was never afraid to speak her mind. Her legacy lives on in her children: a fierce dedication to family, a strong work ethic and a great sense of humor.
Rita was laid to rest beside her beloved husband Joseph at a private graveside funeral service at Forest Lawn East Cemetery, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Weddington, North Carolina, on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021 at 10 AM.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
An online guestbook is available at www.heritagecares.com.