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March 25, 1945 - Jan. 6, 2013
SOUTH BEND - Rita A. Lopinski, 67, a lifelong resident of South Bend, IN, passed away at 8:40 p.m. Sunday, January 6, 2013, in Hospice House. Rita was born on March 25, 1945, in South Bend, IN, to the late Chester and Helen (Matelski) Lopinski. She spent her entire career at the South Bend Medical Foundation, and retired in 2007. Survivors include two sisters, Lucy LeeVan of South Bend, IN, and Susan (David) Sanford of Saginaw, MI; two brothers, Raymond Lopinski of South Bend, IN, and Leonard (Sue) Lopinski of South Bend, IN; her nieces, Michelle LeeVan of Waterford, MI, Alexis Sanford of Kalamazoo, MI, and Nicole Sanford of Chicago, IL; her nephews, Michael LeeVan of South Bend, IN, Steven (Christa) LeeVan of Granger, IN, Greg LeeVan of South Bend, IN, and Ryan Sanford of Grand Rapids, MI; and several great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, niece, Margaret LeeVan Andrie, and brother-in-law, Robert LeeVan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 12, 2013, in St. Hedwig Church. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Those attending the Mass should meet directly at St. Hedwig Church on Saturday. Friends may call from 2 until 8 p.m. Friday in the Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, where a parish Rosary will be prayed at 4:00 p.m. Rita was a member of St. Hedwig Parish, St. Hedwig Altar and Rosary Society, and Z.B. Falcons. Rita was a graduate of Washington High School and received her bachelor's and master's degrees from Indiana University. Rita loved her pets and had a soft spot for all animals. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Hedwig Church, Center for Hospice Care, Pet Refuge, or to the charity of your choice. To send online condolences, please visit Kaniewski.com.
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Our thoughts are with you and we extend our deepest sympathy to all the family at this sad time.
John and Marcia Sekendy
January 12, 2013
We have some great memories of Rita. Though often times it was too long between visits, she made us feel so welcome and so loved every time we saw her. Truly a great heart and we will miss her dearly.
January 11, 2013
Rita was a very kind and caring cousin.
We will miss her.
Rest in peace Rita.
Barbara Krynski
January 10, 2013
Rita was a great person, she was always pleasant and kind.
Rita was truly a kind, pleasant and thoughtful person. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Nancy Warren-Paliganoff
January 10, 2013
Rita was a wonderful woman. When I worked at SBMF she was always very kind and helpful to me. I always enjoyed my interactions with her. Rest in peace, dear woman.
Marcy Hull
January 10, 2013
Ray, I'm sorry to hear of your loss know that she will be watching over you.
January 10, 2013
Rita was so kind and caring,I will never forget how she helped me when my mother passed.God Bless
Linda Giles-Dudeck
January 9, 2013
We have known the Lopinski Family upon joining St. Hedwig Church when we were married. God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Peace and love,
Ron & Bev Matthys
January 9, 2013
My first boss at SBMF. RIP Rita. Condolences to the family
Ed Sommers
January 9, 2013
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