Mimi Allen

Mimi “Rita” O’Reida Allen, 83, of Gaston SC passed away peacefully in her home on February 4, 2024 after a short battle with cancer. Born in Columbia, SC on Augusta 5th 1940 to the late Sallie Christine Reynolds and Fletcher Reynolds. Rita spent 18 years of her professional career as a Computer Programmer at Square D. She then moved on to various office managerial positions until she retired in 2002. In her earlier years, Rita enjoyed bowling, playing pool, card games and spending time with her family.

Rita is survived by her two daughters, Bonnie Chavis Owens and Ginger Rose both of Gaston; four grandchildren, Kristie (Michael) Swygert of Leesville, Jessica Jefferson of Gaston, Stacey Holloman of Gaston, Brandon (Adriana) of Lexington; 9 great-grandchildren, Skylar, Ben, Trenten, Coleman, Bella, Willow, Brycen, Scarlett and Alyssa; And 2 great-great grandchildren, Anastasia and Kaiden; sister, Christine Hopkins of West Columbia and numerous nieces and nephews.

Rita is predeceased by her brother, Haston L. Reynolds Sr. and two sisters, Barbara Miles and Mary Lee Adkins.

A Celebration of life will be held Thursday, February 8th at 1:00pm with Reverend Edward Tager presiding in the chapel of Moseley Funeral and Cremation Service, 914 Meeting Street, West Columbia