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Amy Josef
April 28, 2014
Dear Kevin:
I just heard today about Rita's passing-my deepest condolences to you and your family. I remember her as such a caring, sweet woman with a wonderful sense of humor. My heart is with you, Kevin - my words really cannot even begin to express it. Please know that I will keep you, Rita, and your family in my prayers during this extremely difficult time.
April 26, 2014
Kevin: My condolences on your loss. I found out Sat, otherwise would have attended out of respect for you and Rita.I know what you and your family are going thru. Again, heartfelt sympathy to you and yours.
Neil Austin
Bobbie LaForgia Tyndall
April 25, 2014
To Agnes and Rita's family --
Thinking of you during this difficult time and keeping you in my prayers.
Robert Richardson
April 25, 2014
Our Rita,
The tide recedes but leaves behind
Bright sea shells on the sand the sun goes down
But gentle warmth still linger on the land
The music stops and yet it echoes on
In sweet reverence for every joy that passes
Something beautiful remains
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Robert Richardson
April 25, 2014
I found these words that seem to fit Rita,
The tide recedes but leaves behind
Bright sea shells on the sand the sun goes down
But gentle warmth still linger on the land
The music stops and yet it echoes on
In sweet reverence for every joy that passes
Something beautiful remains
Robert Richardson
April 25, 2014
Dear Kevin
So sorry for your loss, if I lost my wife I would be devastated and lost as well. When our son Robert went away to college, we were so afraid that he would not come back and be so far away. It was a good education and great experience for him. We were also concerned that he would marry a girl back there and be back once in a while. I guess we were right in that regard. We are so happy that he found such a wonderful wife and have you and Rita to watch over and care for them. Rita was a gift from Heaven to watch over her flock. Your family has been so blessed to have her wings over them. We have really enjoyed seeing all the wonderful things you have done with your families. What a wonderful gift of love you have given to them all. You and Rita have always made us a part of the family when were back there. Thank you so much for that. We have spent a lot of time and effort watching over our girls here on the west coast, their spouses and grandchildren. Due to our constraints we have not been able to be there enough to be a part of your lives to any degree. We have been blessed to have you and Rita to love and be a wonderful part of their lives. My son, as well as your other son-in-laws highly respect you for all the things you do for the family. You have really done a great job with your girls. I sure you will be blessed even more and lean on them more now. They all will miss her for sure.
David Schmid
April 24, 2014
Kevin,
I want you to know that you have all of my sympathy for the death of your wife. As I was reading about Rita, it was evident she was loved, and as believers, we have confidence in God's love for us.
If there is anything I can do during this time, please do not hesitate to contact me.
In Christ,
David Schmid
Romans; 8:37-39
(37) No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. (38) For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, (39) neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
April 24, 2014
Kevin,
We are so deeply saddened to learn of your loss. Please know all our strength and prayers are with you and the entire Dowd Family during this time.
John & Kelly Lettieri
Greg VanDeweel
April 24, 2014
Kevin, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Please keep in touch brother,mentor,friend, we are here for you!
The VanDeweels
April 24, 2014
Thank you Rita for always being so kind and for the beautiful family that you've graced us all with.
Ray DeZarate
April 24, 2014
Kevin, I am sorry to hear about Rita. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Karen and I will always remember the warmth and kindness that Rita expressed for all of the Checkpoint folks she met. She helped you create a great place to work and to enjoy life. God's blessing and strength to you Kevin. Gil and Karen Rodriguez.
Cass Leary
April 23, 2014
Kevin, I was so sorry to hear about Rita. God Bless you and your family with this loss. Love Your Cousin - Cass (Leary)
April 22, 2014
Kevin and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Claire and Bob Tricoski
April 22, 2014
Kevin and family, we are so truly sorry for loss. Rita was a wonderful person, cousin, Mother and daughter. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.. Love, Francis-Bulman family
April 22, 2014
So sorry to hear about Rita, my husband and I knew her years ago.
Marge and John Whiteside
April 22, 2014
Rita Dowd was the embodiment of a great and godly woman. She could have ruled a kingdom with grace and wisdom. Her absence of body will be a forever ache but her spirit will be felt keenly and held close to our hearts.
Heavenly Father has need of Rita elsewhere, as she accomplished her work here on earth. Rita returns to her heavenly home with all banners waving and all trumpets sounding. God blessed Rita as he blessed us through her. A pearl of great price is she!
Robert and Cherryl Richardson
Mary/Bob Jaeger
April 22, 2014
Dear Kevin and Family
We are very sorry for your loss. You were our wonderful neighbors in Green Hills, we have many fond memories of Rita.
Mary & Bob Jaeger
Devon Richardson
April 22, 2014
She was and is an amazing woman. She will be so deeply missed. We cherish our times we had with her. Always making us feel like family. Will forever cherish the wonderful festive pillowcases she made for Tiago. Always giving. She is now your guardian angel watching over her family. Such a treasure such a loss. We love you all so very much. -Pato, Devon and Tiago Gonhes Richardson
Lauren Augustine
April 22, 2014
I am so sorry for you loss.I have fond memories of her from Picket Post.
Jake and Johanna Backover (Bonewitz)
April 22, 2014
Dear Dowd Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless
April 22, 2014
Kevin, We are shocked and sorry for your loss.
we had some good times in Avalon.
God bless you and your family.
Jim & Judy Burke
Bud and Francine Duncan
April 22, 2014
Kevin,
Please accept our most sincere sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and the whole Dowd family.
Bud and Francine
April 22, 2014
My beautiful sister Rita we will miss you so very much and are now in Heaven with Mom & Dad and course Judy watching over all of us here. You will be forever in my prayers and thoughts. God Bless and rest in peace Ree.
April 22, 2014
April 22, 2014
Dear Kevin and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
I will always remember the great times we had at the club.
God Bless you and your family.
Joe McLaughlin
Cindy Kerr
April 22, 2014
There are no words to describe how much Rita will be missed by myself and so many others. She was a devoted friend, a proud mother, grandmother and an angel to kids in our Philly hospitals.
Kristi Davis
April 21, 2014
Mr.Dowd, Mare, Becky and Allie-
Words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Mrs. Dowd will always be known in my heart as my 2nd Mom during my teenage years. Mrs. Dowd always knew how to bring a smile to anyone's face at any given time. Please try and take comfort and know that she is in a happy place and will always be there to look after you all, your husbands and her precious grandchildren forever.
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