RITA ADAMOVICH

Rita A. Adamovich, of Neenah, age 73, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 18, 2018.  She was born September 21, 1944 in Rhinelander, daughter of the late James and Agnes (Godeck) Zmek.  Rita was raised in Sugar Camp, WI, and graduated from Three Lakes High School in 1962.  She married James Adamovich on February 8, 1964.

Rita and Jim moved to Neenah in 1968 and she worked as a pre-school teacher for many years until retiring in 2009.  She was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Menasha where she worked with their Ladies Aide and served on the Board of Worship.  Rita also volunteered with Challenge the Outdoors for many years where they helped the handicapped experience outdoor activities.

Survivors include her husband, Jim; two children: David (Holly) Adamovich, Christine (James) Savka; a grandson, Ryan (Emily) Adamovich; four grand dogs: Xavier, Herman, Izzy, Moxy; three brothers: Gilbert Zmek, Robert (Barb) Zmek, William (Terry) Zmek; two god children: Brian Godeck and Kamie Davis and many nieces, nephew and friends.

Rita was preceded in death by infant sister, Lucille; and her adopted daughter, Toni Jones.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Eagle River in St. Peter Catholic Cemetery. Seating will not be provided.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church of Menasha OR Challenge the Outdoors in Rita's memory.

Special thanks to Dr. Timothy Goggins, staff at Fox Valley Hematology & Oncology in Neenah, and Heartland hospice, especially their nurses: Becca and Elma, for all their care and compassion.