Rita Aicklen Leaber entered into eternal rest at her home on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at the age of 73. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Joseph Leaber. Daughter of the late Mary Ann Balotta Aicklen and Joseph Aicklen, Sr. Loving mother of Cheryl Leaber Burke and Grandmother of Shannon Marie Burke. Sister of Pete Aicklen and the late Harry Aicklen, Sr., Joseph Aicklen, Jr. and Arthur (Willy) Aicklen. Sister-in-law of Mary Ann Aicklen and Carol Leaber Jones. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Rita was born July 27, 1938 in New Orleans, LA. She was a resident of Terrytown, LA for over 30 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 5PM until 9PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the funeral home on Wednesday at 7PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery will be held at a later date. Information: 504-366-4343. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com