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2013

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Rita Platinsky Obituary

PLATINSKY, RITA (QUINN) Rita (Quinn) Platinsky, 52, of Vernon, beloved wife of Joseph Platinsky died Friday, November 15th at Hartford Hospital surrounded by her family. Rita fought a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Rita was born in Middletown the daughter of the late Joseph and Rita (Waugh) Quinn. She was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School class of 1980. Rita worked as a waitress for many years at Halls Diner in Middletown. Besides her husband, Rita is survived by two brothers, David and William Quinn, both of Middletown; a sister, Debra Petitti and her husband Ken of FL, also several nieces and a large extended family. Rita was predeceased by a two brothers, Joseph Quinn and Allen Quinn. Funeral services will be held Monday at 5:30 pm at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver Street, Middletown. Friends may call at Biega’s Monday prior to the service from 3 to 5p.m. Burial will be held privately at Mount Saint Benedict Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center, P.O. BOX 5037, Hartford, CT 06102. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2013.

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melissa roy

November 13, 2014

Rita oh my mybdearest friend I have been searching to find u the past three years ?? my heart is crushed in 1000 pieces to find out your in heaven. You were one of my closest friends. More like a mother. Man your personality made me smile so big all the time. You helped me to grow and stay strong in my weakest points in life. I love you and will never in a lifetime forget u. God I wish I could have hugged you one more time. Joseph .... I am so sorry for your loss. Rita's live for you was so unconditional. You two were an amazing couple with so much love to give. I am sending u my hugs... Me

Linda Gumkowski

November 30, 2013

So sorry to hear about Rita. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Watanabe Gumkowski

toni brown

November 23, 2013

So sorry to hear of Rits's passing. My prayers are with you.

Christie Alessi (O'Connor)

November 19, 2013

My prayers are with you in this sad time, I am the sister of one of Rita's dear friends, Cheryl Alessi

Kimberly Quinn

November 19, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I'm so sorry for your loss. I work with Carol at Catholic Charities. Kim

November 18, 2013

You are in our thoughts and prayers-
Love-
Bernie Quinn,Laurie Quinn & Nancy Day

November 18, 2013

David and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Paula L. Chaffee

John & Linda Latronica

November 18, 2013

Dave & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Rita,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your familty.

Kerry Tkacz

November 18, 2013

Uncle Joe I am soo sorry to hear of Aunt Ritas passing she was a lovely person she will be very missed the kids and I loved her soo much and talked about her all the time take care

November 17, 2013

Joe, I,m sorry to hear that Rita has passed. She was a lovely and funny lady. She will be dearly missed. She is in a better place. No more pain and suffering. Bruce and Ginger

Pamela Fazzino

November 17, 2013

Always in our hearts.

RHONDA QUINN -ENGEL

November 17, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

NORM&JEANNIE QUINN

November 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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