Rita Beth (Gibler) Connell

Rita Beth (Gibler) Connell, 86, of Jefferson City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at The Arbors at Westbrook Terrace with her loving family by her side. A complete obituary will be published in the Wednesday edition of the News Tribune. Family and friends will be received from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 19, 2021, at First Christian Church followed by a private celebration of Rita's life with Reverend Beau Underwood officiating. Private graveside services and interment will be held at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109, (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.