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Rita McKelvey Obituary

Rita Elizabeth (McKay) McKELVEY December 8, 1924 ~ January 31, 2011 Born in Seattle, WA to William James and Margaret Anne McKay, Rita grew up in Interbay with her brother Raymond and sister Margaret and graduated from Holy Angels High School. She married Neill McKelvey shortly after WWII and settled in West Seattle. She was a member of Holy Rosary Parrish. Rita was a devoted wife and loving mother and will never be forgotten. She is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Neill Charles McKelvey, her sons James and Allen, and grandson Daniel. Rita is survived by sons William (Debby) and Dennis (Rose); daughters Catherine Hendricks (Perry) and Sally Lloyd (John) and daughter-in-law Gail McKelvey; grandchildren Paul, Stacey, Brook, Todd, Kim, Christina, James, Jesse, Jason and Hunter; and great-grandchildren Melissa, Duncan, Lincoln and Elena. Additionally, the family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Care Givers and Staff of Normandy Park Assisted Living as well as the professionals at Highline Hospice. The loving care given to Rita if her final days are much appreciated. A celebration of Rita's life will take place on Monday, February 7th at 2:00p.m. Forest Lawn Funeral Home 6701 30th Ave SW, Seattle, WA.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Feb. 4 to Feb. 5, 2011.

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Doris and Chuck Prescott

February 6, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Rita was a beautiful lady, both inside and out, We will remember and cherish her friendship forever.

Sabe, Crystal and Sami Stewart

February 6, 2011

Sally and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Rita was such a kind and wonderful person—she always had a smile and positive things to say. We share in your grief and will miss her dearly.

Rona Lynn Ferguson

February 6, 2011

Bill, Debby, Dennis and all of Rita's family, our deepest sympathy. We look forward to meeting more of the McKelveys at another Eckert reunion. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rona Lynn, Brian Ferguson and family

Lake Huron where her roots were deep.

Michele Melady Young

February 5, 2011

My heart-felt condolences on the loss of your Mother and Grandmother.

Ruth Melady

February 4, 2011

Bill, Dennis and all of Rita's family; my condolences. It was such a pleasure to meet Rita at the Eckert family reunion in Bayfield a few years ago. She looked like an Eckert! Her spirit and joy will live on with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ruth Melady, Rudy and Teresa

Lana Beal

February 4, 2011

I was sorry to hear of Ria's passing. I was so inspired by her when she was coming into Curves to workout. She was a very special lady with a very big heart and wonderful smile. She encouraged everyone she talked to. I loved her laugh. She will be missed. Blessings and God's love to her family.

Rita (center) with her Curves workout friends, when they reached 500 workouts!

February 4, 2011

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