Rita Matkins Fletcher

Rita Matkins Fletcher, age 70, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 1, 1953, in Pittsylvania County, VA, to the late Naomi Scearce Matkins and the late Edward Clarence Matkins, Rita lived a life full of love, dedication, and achievement.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 40 years, Rocky Fletcher, with whom she celebrated their anniversary on July 14th. Rocky stood by her side through every chapter, all the way through to the end. Rita’s life was a testament to her Christian faith, which she carried with grace and humility.

A passionate and skilled softball player, Rita brought the same dedication to her professional career. She worked for CIT for 51 years, starting right out of high school at Dan River in data collection and working her way up to Chief Commercial Officer of Operations. She extended the same care and love she showed to her family at home to her work family, taking care of everyone around her and being a Mama Bear to all.

Rita is survived by her son, James Cody Fletcher, his wife Kelsey Darch Fletcher, and her beloved granddaughter, Josie Willow Fletcher. She also leaves behind her nephew, Jeremy Wiles, sister-in-law Tammy Shelton, and brother-in-law Terry Fletcher. In addition to her parents, Rita was predeceased by a sister, Toby Matkins Wiles.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 3 PM at Norris Mt. Hermon Chapel in Danville, VA. A visitation will be held on the same day prior to the service from 2-3 PM.

Norris Funeral Services Inc. & Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, Danville, VA, is respectfully serving the Fletcher family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.