Rita Ann Brown

1951-2025

Rita Ann Brown, 74, of Medford, died Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. She was born May 20, 1951 in Chicago to Chester and Frances Werra. She grew up in Chicago where she also attended school. In 1974, Rita moved to Weyauwega where she met William “Bill” Brown. On March 5, 1974, they were united in marriage. Rita and Bill resided in Waupaca, then in 1988, moved to Crivitz.

In 1991, they settled in Medford where they have been since. Rita worked as a secretary for Weather Shield until her retirement.

Rita enjoyed playing sports including softball, volleyball, and later golf. She also enjoyed playing pool, reading, knitting, playing Candy Crush on her tablet, cheering on the Packers, and traveling with Bill.

She is survived by her husband, Bill, of Medford; daughter, Staci (James) Fourtounis, of Medford; stepdaughters, Amy Brown, of Milwaukee and Mimi Murphy, of Florida; a brother, Frankie (Jeannine) Werra of Mesa, Ariz.; grandchildren, Aaron Brown, of Medford, Dominic, Desiree and Daniel Brown, all of Milwaukee, Jordan Manson, of Las Vegas, Nev., and John Maahak, of La Crosse.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and three siblings, Eddie, Danny and Arlette.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Medford with Rev. Daniel Iwinski officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Waupaca.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church.

Memorials are appreciated and may go to Little Lamb Daycare at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family.

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Paid Obituary 175939