She loved spending as much time as she could with them, and loved watching Ohio State Football with her grandson, Dalton. Her dogs, Christmas and cooking were also passions of hers. Rita was a member of Blissfield Baptist Church. In the Christian spirit, she had compassion for those around her, never passing judgement on anyone and always putting the needs of others before her own. Family was also important to Rita. On June 24, 1972, in Morenci, she married James McCowan, and he survives. Rita was self-employed, providing in-home care to those in need. She was born in Morenci on March 23, 1952, to Johnny and Thelma (Sing) Henson.
Rita Faye McCowan, 70, of Morenci, Mich., passed into the loving arms of her Savior on Tuesday, May 4, 2022, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.