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Rita Mastrorocco Obituary
Rita Irene Petro Mastrorocco, of New Windsor, entered into rest on Thursday, October 16, 2008 in St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus. She was 79.
Daughter of the late Agustus and Elizabeth Thompson Petro, she was born December 18, 1928 in Newburgh. She married Edward F. Mastrorocco on May 15, 1976, who survives at home.
A family statement reads: "Rita will be forever missed and never forgotten. May God hold her in the palm of his hand."
Rita was an avid Bingo player, enjoyed gambling trips to Foxwoods and was a computer buff. She worked for many years as the office manager for Steel Style, Inc. in Newburgh.
In addition to her loving husband of 32 years, Edward, she is survived by her loving daughter, Debra Collins of New Windsor; granddaughter, Amber-Leigh Van Houten Masiero of Wilmington, NC; great-grandson, Aaron Masiero of Wilmington, NC; brother, John A. Petro and his wife, Martha of New Windsor; sister, Florence Yannone of Newburgh; sisters-in-law, Margaret Frederico Petro, Shirley Evans Petro, and Marie Ciaccio Petro, and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brothers, James, William and Richard Petro.
Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 19 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh.
A funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 20 in the funeral home, with Father John Vondras officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.
To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com, or call 845-561-8300.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rita Mastrorocco
Kay Mauldin
October 20, 2008
Amber and family-
My deepest sympathy & heartfelt condolences to you and your extended family.
Terry Clearwater
October 19, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Rita was a wonderful lady. It was a pleasure to have known and cared for her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Terry Clearwater
(SLCH Infusion Center )
Michele Dayton
October 18, 2008
Dear Ed,
I am so sorry for your loss.You did everything you could to make her as comfortable as possible. Your a good man.I know you loved her so much but she is at peace now. We're here if you need us.
Michele Dayton
(HSBC BANK)
Bob & Nina Petro
October 18, 2008
Uncle Ed, Debbie & family...
So sorry to hear about Aunt Rita's passing. Condolences to all of you, and we will keep you in our prayers.
Ellen Pierce
October 18, 2008
Ed, Debbie, Amber, Arron & Family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We are deeply saddened by your loss.
John & Ellen Pierce
Mary McCullom
October 17, 2008
Ed So sorry to hear of Rita's passing. Deepest sympathy.
Dave & Lisa Marino
October 17, 2008
Dearest Ed, Debbie and family,
We are deeply saddend by your loss and we stand with you. You and Rita are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rita we will always miss your smile and laugh. We love you!
MARIE PETRO
October 17, 2008
DEAR ED, DEBBIE AND FAMILY,
MY SWEET FUN LOVING RITA.....I WILL MISS HER SO. SHE WAS ALWAYS SO GOOD TO ME AND SHE WAS A GREAT SISTER IN-LAW. KNOW THAT SHE FOUGHT SO HARD AND SHE IS NOW AT PEACE.
MY SINCERE SYMPATHY..LOVE MARIE
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