Rita Sherrill, aged 63, passed away on December 19, 2024, in Rapid City, SD. Born on January 20, 1961, Rita was known for her free-spirited, generous, and loving nature.

Rita graduated from Chaparral High School and lived a life marked by her passion for travel, family, and friends. Rita's bright disposition and her passion for life brought joy not only to her, but also to those around her.

She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Bettles (Colby) and Nichole Sanchez (Shawn); son, CJ Wright (Sonja); twin sister, Marie Lipps (Scott); and brothers, Chip (RuthAnn), Jim (Wendy), Jerry (Cathy), and Pat (Curtis) Sherrill; grandchildren, Aubrie Green (Seth), Kyle Driscoll (Abby), Rita Di Giacomo Lindley, Emileigh Bettles, Evelyn Bettles, Jace Travis, Bryce Bettles, Killian Cronin, a granddaughter on the way as well as four great-grandchildren. Rita was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Harrington; sister, Vicki Sherrill; mother, Mary Young; and father, Chuck Sherrill.

A Celebration of Life will be held at The Park in Rapid City from 5-9 p.m. on January 18, 2025, to honor Rita's memory and spirit. All who knew her are encouraged to attend and to embody her favorite saying: "Life is too short to be anything other than happy."