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RITA RAGER Obituary


RITA M. RAGER  
On Saturday, January 5, 2013, of Colesville, MD. Beloved wife of the late James S. Rager; loving mother of Patricia (Marc) Seigel, Denise (Dave) Richardson, Steve Rager, Chris (Lisa) Rager, David (Anne) Rager, Kelly (Gary) Garofalo and Bryan Rager; cherished grandmother of Eric, Michael, Ryan, Sara, Justine, Jackie, Vincent, Brittany, C.J., Jimmy, Danielle, Keri Ann and Zachary; sister of Irene DeLorme and the late Raymond, Winnie, Sally, Louis, Kitty, Finn, Bernie and John; dear sister in law of John McDougall. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the HINES-RINALDI FUNERAL HOME, INC. on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20904. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Montgomery Hospice, 1355 Piccard Drive, Suite 100 Rockville, MD 20850 or Alzheimer's Association, 1850 York Road, Suite D, Timonium, MD 21093. Please sign and view the family guestbook at www.hinesrinaldifuneralhome.com   

Published by The Washington Post from Jan. 8 to Jan. 9, 2013.
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Chris, Billie told me about your mother's passing; my condolences to you and your family. Sincerely, Gene

Gene Cooper

January 10, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am also sorry we were unable to attend the viewing yesterday. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Rutten's

January 10, 2013

What a blessed life to be loved by so many. Thoughts and prayers are with the family. May warm memories surround you in the days and years to come. ~ a friend of Pat's

Daphne Bermingham

January 8, 2013

Rita was our good neighbor for a short time in Riderwood. We valued our friendship and were particularly impressed with the love and care from her children. May their fond memories sustain them.

Lois and Irv Slott

January 8, 2013

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