RITA LASHAY POLK
November 29, 1969 ~ October 1, 2018
Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Rita Lashay "Boo" Polk was born November 29, 1969 in San Antonio, Texas and is the youngest child born to Mr. Robert W. Polk, Sr. and Gloris Polk. She transitioned from this life on October 1, 2018.
Growing up Rita was a member and attended Joy Temple COGIC under the leadership of the late Superintendent R. T. Iglehart and later Pastor Duane Hammond. She was a member of the Sunshine Band, Youth Choir, Mass Choir and Purity Class. Her final church home was Divine Purpose Church under the guidance of Pastor Johnnie Evans, Jr.
Rita graduated from Oliver W. Holmes High School in San Antonio, TX. in 1987 and attended college at Angelo State University in San Angelo, TX. in which she majored in Criminal Justice and Sociology. While in high school she was a member of the Girl's Basketball Team, The Government Club, and the African American Club. During her college years she worked at the San Angelo Girls Home and received awards for her work with the youth of that agency. After college, she worked in the area of social services for over 15 years. Rita received many awards and accolades while working with the Texas Key Program. Her last place of employment was Community in Schools where she worked as a Program Coordinator.
Rita leaves behind her life-long companion Jerry Joyce. She is survived by her siblings: Joyce DeLoach (Jim-deceased); Minister Lisa Wilson; Robert Polk, Jr. (Audra Johnson); Michael Polk; Donna "Dea" Polk; Michelle Polk Greathouse (Andrew). Her nieces and nephews: Chereece "Cat" Polk Kingston (Dustin); Quincilla Polk Benavides (Shawn); Christopher Bradford (Sophie); Nicholas Polk (Jackie); Crystal Polk; Amber Polk; Brittany Polk Bridgeforth (Eddie); Brian Bautista (Jackie); Chastity Hebert-Darden (Darrell); Joshua "Bobo" Hebert; Robert Polk; III; Samantha Polk and Khaliah Gaines. A God father Ray Burton, Sr., Special Aunt Jewel "Mom" Polk. A host of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. She is preceded in death by play sister Sybil Golightly, play brother Johnny Lopez and her Aunt Dorothy Smith aka "Sister" who named her.
Rita, as you transition to your new home, WE the family, want YOU to remember how much YOU are loved, WE thank YOU for all the beautiful memories, WE appreciate YOUR life. WE know YOU are in a better place. When YOU get there, WE ask just one thing of YOU. …. PLEASE FIND BOTH OF YOUR SHOES! (Smiles) .
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Interment: October 10, 2018 1:30 pm - August 26, 2025 2:33 pm
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I would like to express my deepest sympathies to your family. May Almighty God comfort your hearts and bring you much peace as only he can. I hope the precious memories shared between you give a reason to smile through the tears as we all await the fulfillment of Isaiah 25;8 when Almighty God “swallows up death forever
Bobby and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May your faith sustain you in your time of sorrow
Rest in Peace Cousin.
My deepest sympathy to the Polk family. Rest in heaven Rita..
A Forest Fresh was sent on October 9, 2018
Our Deepest Condolences upon the passing of your daughter Rita. Bobby, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
-Beasley Tire Team San Antonio
May God continue to provide peace and comfort at this difficult time .We are praying for you all.Â
So sorry for your loss. The Bible gives us all much hope when we lose a loved one Jehovah God is the God if all comfort and he is the hearers of prayer.One scripture that gives us hope is at John 5:28,29 “Do not be amazed at this ,for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.”
Elder Thornton Praying for the family may GOD keep your family during this time.
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So sorry for your great loss. As you know the Bible gives much comfort for those of us who have to continue life for a while without our loved ones at the book of John  5:28,29 “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come our.”
So sad to lose a loved one especially at a young age. All hope is not lost. Very soon God’s word at 1 Corinthians15:26 will be a reality. Our last enemy death will be brought to nothing.