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Rita JEAN
May 5, 1932 - December 7, 2024
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On December 7, 2024 Mrs. Rita Jean of St. Paul, Alberta passed away peacefully at the age of 92 years. She is survived by her children, Denise Lissey, Francois (Fernande), Diane (Fernand) Dargis & Louis (Sandi); 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers & 1 sister, Rene (Rhea) Plouffe, Helen Berbenak & Arthur (Laurette) Plouffe; numerous nieces, nephews & many friends. Rita was predeceased by her husband, Andre; parents, Xiste & Blandine Plouffe; sons, Victor & Leo; son-in-law, Michael Lissey; brothers & sisters, Octave, Amedee, Eva, Lillian, Berthilda, Cecile, Paul Emile, Therese & Laurent. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 14 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul Cathedral, St. Paul. Reverend Father Andrew Schoenberger will be the celebrant with interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, St. Paul. Those wishing to view the service online may do so by Livestream by clicking the Live Service tab above. A recording of the service will also be made available. If desired, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation ℅ 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online please visit https://www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com/obituary/rita-jean/
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Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Dale Demanchuk
Relation: friend
Sorry to hear of Rita’s passing-she was always thinking of family and others before herself. extremely dedicated and hard worker all her life. She managed sunnyside years ago and always went above and beyond her duties. Sincere sympathies to all the families and friends left behind. please take care during this trying time….rest in peace Rita.
From: Doris (Marsh)
Relation: Niece
Deepest sympathies to Denise, Diane, Frank, Louis, and their families. Enjoy your memories of your beautiful and kind mother/grandmother. She was a wonderful Aunt. Our thoughts are with your family.
From: Leonard Plouffe
Relation: My Aunt She was a verry hard working lady
So sorry to hear
From: Rick & Rhonda Cassell
Relation: Friends
Rita was a delight to know!! I met Rita at Sunnyside Lodge a little over two years ago. I work in the activities department and Rita was always in attendance for card bingo, and for a while attended our fitness classes. She liked to go shopping with the ladies when our van was in motion. I always enjoyed my morning chats with Rita in the dining room, as well as my in room visits, she was always so excited to show me her tomato plants. Rita was an expert in this field, and gardening was her passion. She enjoyed planting and tending to her garden box at Sunnyside Lodge. I also enjoyed Rita’s sense of humour!! She could make me laugh and that’s a special gift. She also wore the colour red very well! I am glad to see she is wearing red in her obituary picture, she looks radiant. I will miss seeing her around Sunnyside.
My husband, Rick, the maintenance man at Sunnyside Lodge, said he will miss seeing Rita in the hallway early morning. He would always meet her when he was on his way to do his morning checks in the building, they would chat and joke around, there was always a good laugh. A very pleasant morning start. He will miss seeing her as well.
May you all find comfort in your memories and support one another through this difficult time of grieving.
From: Michael and Giselle Boucher
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May God help you through it all.
From: Lillian Julien ( Cote)
Relation: aunty
My heartfelt condolences to Auntie s” children , she passed on Moms” birthday (Bertha Cote) Aunty worked hard all her life treasure the memories RIP Aunty Rita…
From: Merle Masse Ciparis
Relation: Friend of Denise
Denise and family, my condolences on the loss of your mom. May her memory be a blessing.
From: Norma Lorenson
My sympathy to her family. I was a Home Care Nurse that visited the Lodge when she was in charge. She was always, friendly, helpful and had a kind word. She made my job much easier. Sorry for your loss. Remember the special times.
From: Roland and Louise Rocque
Relation: Friends
We would like to convey our sincerest condolences to Diane and family. Our prayers are with you during these difficult times.
Service Schedule
Mass of Christian Burial
Date & Time:
December 14, 2024
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
St. Paul Cathedral
4613 50 Ave
St. Paul, AB Canada T0A 3A3
4613 50 Ave
St. Paul, AB Canada T0A 3A3
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If desired, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation ℅ 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1.
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