Rita Hogan Mullis

Rita Hogan Mullis, age 84 of Dublin, Georgia passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She is now walking with the Lord and is now reunited with her son, Mitch Rhodes, in Heaven.

She was born December 9, 1941, in Dublin, Georgia. She was the daughter of Calhoun Hogan and Mary Belcher Hogan. She lived a life defined by kindness, strength, and devotion to her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend whose presence brought comfort and joy to everyone who knew her. Her laughter, wisdom, and unwavering love will be deeply missed.

She loved gardening, watching birds, crocheting, working in the yard, enjoying fellowship with her church friends at Dexter Methodist Church, and any kind of travel or fun that she could get into with her husband, Wayne. Most of all, she loved spending time with her loved ones.

She was the heart of her family. A woman whose love knew no limits, loved fiercely, and carried and unmatched strength that inspired those around her. Her gentle presence, warm smile, and comforting words will be missed beyond measure. Her dedication to her family will be carried out for generations to come.

Mrs. Mullis is survived by her husband, Wayne Mullis of Dublin; 2 sons, Jeff Rhodes (Sheri) of Ocilla, Jimmy Mullis of Blue Ridge; 4 daughters, Michelle Mimbs (Gary) of Dexter, Dawn Rhodes of Dexter, Lisa Snell (Scott) of Canton, and Christy Clements (Alan) of Dexter, 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in the Chan Stanley Memorial Chapel of Stanley Funeral Home and Crematory, with interment to follow at Northview Cemetery. Rev. Gary Mimbs will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 P.M. until 1:45 P.M. Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Tyler Mimbs, Ryne Mimbs, Tucker Rhodes, Austin Snell, Caden Snell, Blake Clements, Justin Clements, and Casey Crabb.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made in memory of Mrs. Mullis to Kids Cup at 2011 Claxton Dairy Road, Dublin, GA 31021.

Stanley Funeral Home and Crematory/Dublin Chapel has charge of funeral arrangements.