About Rita Hadra Rusco

"My connection with North Manitou Island began in 1942 when my husband, Jack Hadra, was offered the position of Business Manager of the Manitou Island Association, located on North Manitou Island. Life on an isolated island would be a dramatic change in life style. We enjoyed life in the city, Jack was from Dallas and I from Ft. Worth. To the present day, 2004, I don't know why we suddenly mutually agreed to accept the offer, sight unseen. 'Perhaps it was the Spirit of the Manitou.' For whatever reason, I am grateful. My life has been enriched by years of living on the island and memories of fellow islanders."

Rita, along with her friends Neil Hodges and Joe Kruch, enjoyed a return trip to North Manitou Island September, 2001.

Thanks go to Neil Hodges and Christine Osterman for the donations of photos used on this site.

Contact Rita Hadra Rusco at rita@manitouislandlady.com