Norita was born on May 18, 1943 to Leonard and Stella (Johnson) Killen in Eau Claire. She loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas with her husband Lyle. She had a passion for Precious Moments and enjoyed collecting teddy bears.
Norita is survived by her brother Leonard (Ellen) Killen of Altoona; nephews: Peter (Ann) Killen of Moscow, Idaho and Eric (Barb) Killen of Altoona; and niece Sarah (Matt) Parrish of St. Paul, Minnesota. Norita is further survived by other relatives and friends.
Norita was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Lyle Nelson.
Celebration of Rita’s life will take place at a later date.
