Rita F. Hohenwalter

(nee Nagler) Called Home to the Lord on Sunday, May 2, 2021, at age 79. Reunited with her husband James Hohenwalter. Loving and proud mother of Mark (Carolyn) Hohenwalter, Lisa (Doug) Marek, and Eric (Jennifer) Hohenwalter. Dear and devoted grandma of Michael, Kathryn, Matthew, Audrey, Elise, and George Hohenwalter. Beloved sister of Patricia (Robert) Forgette, Bernard (Marjorie) Nagler, and Nicholas (Mary Beth) Nagler. Also loved by many other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by her parents George and Violet (nee Valcq) Nagler and grandson Joe Marek.

Rita was born in Menominee, MI, where she grew up and played the organ in church. She graduated from college at UW-Oshkosh, during which time she also met her husband, Jim. They raised their family in Oshkosh and Neenah, WI, and Rita was a first-grade teacher at Sunset School for many years. Following retirement, she enjoyed being with her grandchildren and was an invaluable pillar of support for her kids’ young families. After Jim’s passing, Rita’s faith and fortitude helped her move on to the next chapter of her life, when she moved to Pewaukee to be closer to her grandkids. She was actively involved in their lives and supported them at many sporting and other events. She also gave back to the community as a volunteer at Elmbrook Hospital.

An overriding theme of Rita’s life was her strong and unwavering faith. This was true as she was growing up, raising her family, and being a part of her church community. As an active member of Queen of Apostles Catholic Parish, Rita made many wonderful friends and was very involved. She always loved being in the choir and was a wonderful singer. As a member of the knitting group, she helped make many items that found great homes as donations to community organizations. Rita was a very giving person, always thinking of others rather than herself, and was loved by many.

Visitation at Queen of Apostles, N35W23360 Capitol Drive, Pewaukee, Wisconsin, on Thursday, May 20, 2021, from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Mass of Christian Burial at Queen of Apostles N35W23360 Capitol Drive in Pewaukee, Wisconsin on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to either Audrey Hohenwalter Endowment Fund c/o Children’s Hospital and Health System Foundation Attn: Jay Blankenship (PO Box 1997, MS 3050 Milwaukee, WI 53201-1997) or Queen of Apostles Church.

Church requires all guests in attendance to wear masks.