On Wednesday, September 10, 2008, the Lord called unto Himself Margaret (Rita) Voth at the age of 77 years.

Rita is survived by her son Jake (Eileen) Voth of Coaldale. She was a loving Oma to Amanda and Darryl Visser (Micah and Josiah), Lynnette, Raylene and Blayne. She is also survived by one brother Bernhard Sudermann of Germany, as well as many close cousins.

Rita was predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years Jacob Voth, her parents William and Margaretta Sudermann and two brothers Gerhard and Peter.

Rita was born on January 3, 1931 in Kudaschewka, Ukraine. Her father was taken by the NKVD and never heard from again. Her mother and two brothers died in the final bombing of Berlin. Rita was taken in by her aunt, Olga Thielmann, and together with the Thielmann family immigrated to Canada in 1945. She married Jacob Voth on August 28, 1949 in Grassy Lake, Alberta. Their son Jacob (Jakey) was born on August 13, 1951. Rita spent most of her time cooking, baking, sewing and taking care of her family. She had a caring heart and always made sure everyone was happy and well fed. Shortly after the death of her husband in October 2007 Rita moved into the Coaldale Health Care Centre where she received excellent care. She was thankful for every kindness shown her during that time.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 10:00 am and 11:00 am on Saturday, September 13, 2008 followed by a Funeral Service held at 11:00 am at the MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2114 - 18 Street, Coaldale, with Pastor Randy Dueck officiating. Interment to follow in the Coaldale Cemetery, Mennonite Section.

In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes can be made to the Coaldale Health Care Centre, 2100 - 11 Street, Coaldale, AB T1M 1L2.