Rita Joann Wetzel

Rita Joann Wetzel, nee Kuntz, 73, of Waterloo, IL, died March 9, 2026, in St. Louis, MO. She was born August 15, 1952, in St. Louis, MO.

She is survived by her husband David C. Wetzel; children Cari (Alan) Braswell and Leah (Dale) Livingston; grandson Oliver Braswell; sister Kelly Kuntz; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; nieces; nephews; and cousins.Rita is preceded in death by her parents Wilburn O. and Ruby M. (nee Amick) Kuntz; and brother Herbie Kuntz.

The Lord called Rita home after complications from open heart surgery. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who deeply loved learning about history and the Bible. Her faith was important to her and she saw the beauty of the Lord in birdsong and flowers.

She loved visiting new places with her husband, David, and spending time with her family, and enjoyed visiting her daughters, Cari and Leah. Rita dearly loved her grandson, Oliver, and delighted in spending time with him.

Her spunk, humor, and love for her family will remain a cherished part of our lives.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to:
Concord Presbyterian Church PCA or Monroe County Christian School

Memorial Visitation:
9:30 AM to 11 AM Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Concord Presbyterian Church PCA in Waterloo, IL

Celebration of Life:
11 AM Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Concord Presbyterian Church PCA in Waterloo, IL
 Pastor Brian Sandifer officiating