Mama…I love you and I will miss you forever…your time was too short and it happened so fast. Life will never again be the same.

Rita was such a beautiful person, both inside and out. My first contact with her was when, as a newbie to the sport, I was trying to get registered for my very first Great Dane National. Even as the show chair, Rita took the time to explain the reservation and entry system, and helped me to complete the process. I am sure she had much more important show tasks that she needed to attend to, but she took the time to help me. That it just a small glimpse into her caring nature. Rita really was a special lady, and she will be sorely missed. I am sending prayers for her family and friends during this difficult time.

Kristi, I’m sorry to hear of your mom\’s passing. You have my deepest condolences.🙏

Kristi, I’m sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. You have my deepest condolences.🙏

A life well lived with love and passion for all of her favorite things. So many memories of many years gone by in the community of Great Dane fanciers. We all had the very best of times. Well Done Rita!

We are sending our love and prayers to you all !!! Rita did so much for so many years for the Dane community and she will be dearly missed !!! We have so many memories over the years of good times atThe Met Washington Specialties !! I learned so much at our Division meetings planning the National over the years ! We know how much you all meant to her and hope there is some small comfort she is with your Dad now . May her memory be a blessing!!

Rita has done so much for the Dane community during her life – from her magazine to being Show Chair for several Great Dane Nationals and being a GDCA Charitable Trust Trustee for the last few years. She has given back over and over again. She was a good friend and will be missed by all of us more than words can say.

Such a pretty picture of Rita. She always was so nice to me at the shows even when I had no idea what was happening! She will be missed. I’m so very sorry she is gone.

Such a pretty picture of Rita. She always was so nice to me at the shows even when I had no idea what was happening! She will be missed. I’m so very sorry she is gone.

Rita, my heart is hurting since I heard that you had passed away! My very first friend when we moved to Maryland. Sleep softly dear friend. I’m going to miss our conversations about ‘dawgs’! And I’ll miss your sweet face. Say HI to The Rocket Dog for me when you get to the Rainbow Bridge. RIP Carole

You all have my deepest sympathy. I am so glad that I had the pleasure to call Rita, my friend and a friend she was. She was always there for me. No matter when I called or texted or message. She will be greatly missed by all just know that she loved her family