Rita Sanderson Buquoi of Harvey, Louisiana passed away on April 19, 2024 at the age of 66. Rita was born in Hazelhurst, Mississippi to the late James "David" and Maggie "Ruth" Sanderson. Rita resided in the New Orleans area for the past forty years.
Rita was the cherished wife of William Buquoi for over twenty years. Devoted mother of William Thornton (Karen), Mary Billiot (Troy), and Mindy Lyon (Andrew). Mimi of Salem, Maggie, Alyssa, Keegan, Ainsley and Lainey. Step-Mimi of Paige, Jordan, Harley, Landon, Rylee, Laityn, Ryder, and Kolbie. Sister of Cindy Ulrey, Sherry Lusinger, Rebecca Sanderson, and Darlakay Sanderson. Rita also leaves many nieces, nephews and beloved friends to cherish her memory.
She enjoyed dancing, music, and technology. Rita enjoyed having lunch with her friends. Spending time with her family was cherished by her.
Services for Rita will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 10:00AM until service time at 1:00PM at Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expy, Marrero LA 70072. Expressions of sympathy may be left for the Buquoi family at www. westsideleitzeagan.com.