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1948
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2011
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RITA SMITH Obituary
She was born on June 16, 1948 to James and Margaret Warr. Moving to Cape Coral, Fl in 1980 with her husband, David Smith, and three children. Rita was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and wonderful friend to many. She enjoyed life simply, loved to cook, take care of her pets and enjoyed vacations and cruises with family and friends. She worked at Bealls Department Store for many years and adored the friendships she made with her co-workers. She was preceded in death by her son, David E Smith Jr., and husband David E. Smith, both parents, one sister. She is survived by her brother, James Warr and sister, Sylvia (John) Scheer, two daughters, Tracey Cerchie and Tammey (Dan) Gray, three loving grandchildren Chandler, Daniel and Lexi Maria and many nieces and nephews. A celebration memorial of her life will be private. Sincere thanks go to the many doctors, nurses and Hope Hospice staff. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to Hope Hospice or the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for RITA SMITH
6 Entries
Chandler Gray
January 25, 2011
I love you mama and papa. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you guys. I'm glad you guys aren't suffering anymore and are with each other and David. Miss you both!
Lisa Marek
January 20, 2011
I will carry with me many good memories of time spent with my Aunt Rita and Uncle Dave. When I was a little girl, I spend alot of time at her house. She always made me feel welcome and loved. She was blessed with two beautiful daughters and a wonderful son. May she rest in peace and dance in heaven.
sylvia Scheer
January 19, 2011
I will miss my little Sister. I was 13 when she was born and had graduated from 8th Grade the day before. I loved her laugh and we always had a good time together. When my kids were young they always wanted to go to Aunt Rita's. Tracey, Tammey have been so wonderful and made her last months more pleasant. Linda too has been a wonderful friend. I'm thankful for all of you. God Bless. Love, Aunt Sylvia
Carole Hartunian
January 19, 2011
Rita was a loving Aunt who always had time for her nieces and nephews. She loved life, loved to laugh and always had a positive attitude. May she rest in peace.
January 17, 2011
Rita and I worked together for almost 2 years at Bealls. She was always joking and laughing and we always had a good time together. My prayers go out to Rita and her family and friends. We lost her way too soon. God Bless.
Lyn Montour
PATRICIA MADDEN
January 16, 2011
GOD BLESS YOU RITA, AND YOUR FAMILY...........
PATRICIA A. MADDEN
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Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery950 Chiquita Blvd. S, Cape Coral, FL 33991
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