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Rita Bogardus Obituary
She will be greatly missed and forever loved by her husband of 46 years, James Bogardus; six children, Laurel (Jamie LeBlanc) Cole, Jamie (Bryan) Tanner, Shayne (Jessica) Bogardus, Zachary (Margaux) Bogardus, Mathew (Chelsea) Bogardus and Mark (Denise) Burdick; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; eight siblings, Sister Patricia Larkin, Michael (Blanche) Larkin, Mary (Craig) Trude, Thomas (Debbie) Larkin, Paul Larkin, Mark (Lisa) Larkin, Susan (Robert) Smith and Ann (Erroll) Smith as well as many, many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours are 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at Foster Funeral Home, 910 Fay Street, Fulton, where a funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 4. Burial will be in Mt. Adnah Cemetery, East Broadway, Fulton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to ALS Foundation, Upstate New York Chapter, 135 Old Cove Road, Suite 213, Liverpool, New York 13090 in Rita's memory.
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Date of Death: September 29, 2018
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Wayne Walker
November 12, 2018
Jim,I am just learning of this now. So very sorry for your loss. May she Rest In Peace. Prayers for all. Wayne from PA.
October 16, 2018
Remembering all the years our sons played sports together. All the school events from Elementary to High School. And Fluffy. The cat you gave us, from the old house. You & your family are in our prayers. Mary Lou, Jeff & Richard Haskins
Thomas Hagler
October 4, 2018
James my friend, I am sorry for your loss. Sweeta Rita will always hold a special place in my heart and I will miss her bright smile. I love you my friend and will miss Mrs. Bogardus.
Bob Vavonese
October 3, 2018
Boggey,
I am so sorry to hear about Rita's passing.
Craig Gauger
October 2, 2018
I've lost track of you, Jim and Rita. You took me in, in Turin, in 1974 when I needed help. I learned a lot that Summer and have never forgotten you. Wish I could have connected sooner. Rest "Sweeta Rita".
Robert Tetrault
October 2, 2018
sorry for your loss James.
Charmaine H
October 2, 2018
Extending thoughts & prayers to the entire family.
I'm so sorry to hear of Rita's passing.
Charmaine H
MARCEL T
October 2, 2018
During this time of deep sorrow and pain, know that you are not alone. May God give your family strength and much comfort to help you endure this loss as you remember your beloved.
Judith Trini
October 1, 2018
Sister Pat, I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear sister. My prayers and thoughts are with you, your family, and friends. Many blessings,
Judy Trini
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