In loving memory of

Rita Marlene Estberg
August 26, 1966 - April 14, 2015

Rita M. Estburg, 48, of Fort Dodge, passed away Monday, April 13, 2015 at her home.
A visitation will be Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Laufersweiler-Sievers Funeral Home. A private family prayer service will be held.
Rita is survived by her mother, Karol Patterson of Fort Dodge; brothers, Robert (Heidi) Dirks of Fort Dodge; Jim (Debbie) Dirks of Gilmore City; Mike (Tammie) Dirks of Des Moines; special friend and God-daughter, Amy and Angel Remmington of Fort Dodge; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and dog, (Chopper).
She was preceded in death by her father, Alfred; and husband, Bob.
Rita Marlene Dirks was born August 26, 1966 in Fort Dodge. She was raised in Humboldt and attended the Humboldt School System. Following her education, Rita became employed for I.B.P. in Storm Lake for a number of years. She later worked at Electro Lux in Webster City until retirement in 2009 due to ill health. Rita loved to sing and participate in karaoke. She also enjoyed being with her family.
Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

Tributes

Kaylin wrote on Apr 20, 2015:

"Hey its me Kaylin I was one of her neices she was very special to me and she will never leave my heart I will pray for you. Love, kayin"

Annie Crinnigan wrote on Apr 16, 2015:

"Karol, I am so sorry for your loss. Rita was always so nice. I will uplift you and your family in prayer. I pray you find comfort in God's love. Love you! "

Merle and Jan Christensen wrote on Apr 15, 2015:

"I am so very sorry Rita has passed. We had so much fun when we worked side-by-side at Electrolux. Rita was a dear friend and a wonderful person. Hadn't heard from her in awhile but have been very busy with my husband who has brain cancer. I will always remember Rita with that big smile and great personality. May God watch over her and I know she will give him a few laughs in Heaven. God bless you all. "

Ken & Judy Egli wrote on Apr 15, 2015:

"Whenever we were around Rita she always had a smile and she always was a caring person. Rest in Peace Rita ......"

Janet Fuller (Remiger) wrote on Apr 15, 2015:

"Rita was a good friend and we would laugh all day long when we worked at Electrolux together. My funniest memory was when we dressed up for Halloween and we decided to wear our Billy Bob teeth and used polygrip to keep them in and we couldn't get them out and her "Hey hey . . . Hi" She will be missed"

Darcy Holland wrote on Apr 15, 2015:

"Karol and Family: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Rita. May you all find peace in knowing she is flying above you right now looking down. You will always have that special angel to guide you through each day. Darcy Holland "

Lynn & Patty Julius wrote on Apr 15, 2015:

"Carol, so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are being sent."

Anonymous wrote on Apr 15, 2015:

"Rita and Angel looking for pumpkins"

Lyn wrote on Apr 14, 2015:

"Carol so sorry for your loss.She named her dog Chopper and that is what I used to call Rita when we were kids.Had a lot of fun times with her,,,,,,"

Tim Smith wrote on Apr 14, 2015:

"Carol and Family I am so sorry for your loss! May the Good Lord give you strength to get through these dark days. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Rita. Tim Smith, Lakefield,MN"

Molly Peaton wrote on Apr 14, 2015:

"Deepest Sympathy to her entire family."

Roseann Flattery Vinsand wrote on Apr 14, 2015:

"Karol and family: So sorry to hear about the loss of Rita. You are in my thoughts and prayers. "