By Cisco Funeral Home
Publication Date: 2026-03-03 23:49:00
Rita S. Daugherty, 69, of St. Marys, passed away at her home on March 3, 2026. She was born on July 3, 1956, in St. Marys to the late Jerome and Esther (Behr) Yahl.
On August 3, 1973, Rita married the love of her life, Michael “Mike” D. Daugherty. Together they shared over 51 years of marriage before Mike preceded her in death on January 5, 2025. Their love and devotion to one another were evident to all who knew them.
Rita is survived by her loving daughter, Maggie (Ty) Tomberlin of St. Marys, and her two cherished grandsons, Brody and Deacon, who were the light of her life. She is also survived by her sisters, Barbara (Bernie) Poeppelman, Anna, and Dot Custenborder; her in-laws, Gary (Diana) Daugherty of Greenville, Melanie (Dick) Goldsmith of Bellefontaine, and Charlotte Daugherty of St. Marys; along with many beloved nieces, nephews, and extended family members. She was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Doug Custenborder.
Rita…