Rita Mears

Rita Fay Mears, 70, of Melfa, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at her home. She was predeceased by her parents, Walter Belote and Fannie Belote of Quinby. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Thomas E. Mears Sr; a son, Thomas (T.J.) E. Mears Jr. (Tammy), a daughter, Jackie Lilliston; brother, Butch Belote, sisters, Connie West and Linda Parks; 6 grandchildren, Tabitha, Tiffany, Blake, Lane, Kenadie, and Raylan; and 8 great grandchildren.

Per request services will be private.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements were made by Doughty Funeral Home in Exmore, Virginia.