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Rita Ann Whittaker
October 22, 1957 - March 5, 2026

Place of Birth: Cavalier, ND
Residence: Zap, ND
Age: 68



Rita Ann Whittaker, 68, of Zap, ND went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Her loving husband, Mark, was constantly at her side during her struggle with cancer.

Rita passed away at Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND.
Rita was born October 22, 1957 to Leonard and Doris Vondal. She was born in the vehicle while her mother was transported to the hospital in Cavalier, ND from Walhalla, ND.

Mark and Rita were united in marriage on September 18, 1987 and enjoyed many years together. One of her greatest joys in life was when her sons and grandchildren would visit. She enjoyed painting and making dream catchers. She definitely was an expert donut maker and very artistic.

Traveling in the Harley's sidecar with her dog, Banjo, and Mark as her chauffeur was one of her favorite ways to see the countryside. They visited many states and made many friends along the way. Rita always wanted to visit Bar Harbor, Maine and a few years back this became a reality. They enjoyed the Harley ride and dining on fresh lobsters by the ocean. She loved ice fishing and consistently out fishing everyone.

Rita worked for ten years in the medical field where her compassion and empathy for the sick and elderly shined. She also worked at the “Mom and Pop Shop” in Zap, ND and made friends with all the customers.

She is survived by her sons, Chris (Kindra) Vondal, Mike (Gretel) Hermanson; grandchildren, Titus, Amelia, Hailey and Logan; sisters, Bonnie, Evelyn; brother, Lenny; and her loving companion, Banjo.

Rita is preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Cheryl, Brenda, Linda and Marilyn.

We will all miss our Rita (Opps). We will play Yahtzee again down the road.

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Bob Klug (Fuquay Varina, NC)
Mar 9, 2026
God bless you, be strong and keep faith . . . we will all meet again.
Rochelle Badt (Williston, ND)
Mar 9, 2026
Mark and family I am so sorry for your loss. I will cherish Rita's memory forever.
Andrea Vondal
Mar 9, 2026
I am so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. I am glad she is at peace and no longer suffering. Mark you and the puppers are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending all my love
-Andrea Vondal
Alfred McGillis (Sedro-Woolley, WA)
Mar 10, 2026
Sending many, many Prayers, Thoughts & Love to my brother Mark & especially Rita's immediate family members & friends during this time of true sadness !!!

RIP RITA !!!
BILL AND SANDY WHICHELLO (ST.AUGUSTINE, Fl)
Mar 10, 2026
MARK,
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, MAY GOD CARRY YOU THROUGH THIS VERY HARD TRIAL.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU ANYTIME.
Dale Mischke (Williston )
Mar 10, 2026
Mark..Sorry for your wife's passing. Prayers to you
Mary Biegler (Williston, ND)
Mar 10, 2026
MARK AND FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH HIS LOVE AND COMFORT DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME!
Toni Jacobson
Mar 10, 2026
Mark, you and Rita truly lived a life of making memories. Praying all those wonderful, fun times carry you through this difficult, heartbreaking time. We love Rita and will always miss her.
Debbie (Johnson) Collier (Williston, N.D.)
Mar 10, 2026
My thoughts n prayers are with you Mark n your families big hugs to all of you…
Brenda Kucera-Grubb (Hurst, TX)
Mar 11, 2026
Mark so sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and family during this time. God bless you and be with you
Ona Bures (Flasher, ND)
Mar 11, 2026
Mark—I’m sorry for your loss. I’m glad we got to meet at Sanford and am honored that you chose to share with me some stories of your travels with Rita.
Priscilla Otto (Williston, ND)
Mar 12, 2026
So many wonderful memories with aunt Rita and uncle Mark. You are so missed already aunty Rita, and Uncle Mark you are so loved.
Vicki
Mar 13, 2026
I have so many memories of us cousin that I will never forget. Now you and mom can party hard and not get into any trouble. You will be missed dearly.
Jean Lindvig (Williston, ND)
Mar 15, 2026
Dear Mark, I am so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. I didnt know you and I had Walhalla connections! Great people up there, and you and Rita were perfectly paired. I am glad for all your adventures together. Sending prayers for peace and comfort in these coming weeks without your Rita!
Kell
Mar 15, 2026
Mark,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Rita's passing, old friend. My heart hurts for you.
Kell
Diane Galusha (Williston, ND)
Mar 17, 2026
My heart goes out to you Mark and all of the family on the loss of your beautiful Rita. Many prayers for your comfort.
Paula J. Nice (Williston, North Dakota)
Apr 2, 2026
Mark, I am so sorry for your loss... my words are inadequate. You have my deepest sympathy. May all the memories you have of your wife, Rita, give you comfort and may the peace of God guard your heart during this most difficult time!
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