COLUMBIA - Ms. Henriette “Rita” J. Roberts died peacefully at her home on October 27, 2017 after an extended illness. Rita was born on November 6, 1924 in Salzburg, Austria. She was the daughter of Wenzel Bauer and Nötburga Fellner. Rita immigrated to the United States with her former husband, who was a US Army soldier in post-war Austria. She was a longtime resident of Columbia having moved here in the 1950’s. She was a graduate of Columbia Commercial College where she studied business, and spent much of her working years in the retail grocery business. After she retired, Rita volunteered at Fort Jackson where she held several clerical positions. Rita had a variety of hobbies including gardening, reading, bird watching, and crocheting. She was also an avid animal lover. She is survived by her children, Beatrice “Cookie” Roberts Atkerson of Columbia, Roland L. Roberts, Jr. of Dallas, Texas, Gregory J. Roberts of Columbia, and James S. (and Nancy) Roberts of Tyrone, Georgia. She also leaves behind four grandchildren, Tony Roberts, John (and Misty) Roberts, Dee Roberts and Bonnie (and Joey) Gregory; as well as seven great-grandchildren, TJ, JJ, Kayla, Jazzmyn, Trez, and twins John and James. Rita led a full life and was loved dearly by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 3, 2017 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Northeast Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Senior Resources Inc.; or the Richland County Humane Society. Please sign the online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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