Rita Jean Slice

Rita Slice of Hazelwood, MO passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 1, 2021 at the age of 73.  She is survived by brothers and sisters Marie Kaneshiro, Jane Mutchler, Anne Harris, Jeanne Kastenberg, Tom Mutchler, Steve Mutchler, and Frank Mutchler.  Her children Timothy (Lori) Mason, Greg (Sheryl) Mason, Scott (Christine) Mason, and Jamie (William) Evans. And 20 wonderful grandchildren. She is proceeded in death by her husband Jimmie B. Slice, sisters Ruth Ilo and Peg Philumalee, and brother John Mutchler.

Rita was a nurse for 45 years and she worked in several different departments caring for many patients during her career.  She was a talented artist as well, preferring to create pen and ink drawings and watercolor paintings. She had a dry and wicked sense of humor that she passed on to her children and grandchildren.

Rita’s faith in God was also a very important part of her life. She enjoyed volunteering with the Steven Ministry as well as teaching and attending many classes through her parish to help grow and share her faith with others.

While she enjoyed curling up with a good book or sampling caramel and pecan chocolates or mixing a cold Vodka-7 what she truly loved most of all was her family. She took much joy in spending time in their company. She was always had an ear to listen and gave exceptional advice. Rita will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Memorial contributions may be made in Rita’s name to Habitat for Humanity.

Private Interment in Jefferson Barracks will take place at a later date.