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Portsmouth, Virginia

Rita Lopes Obituary

Rita K. Lopes PORTSMOUTH - Rita Kay Lopes, 57, of Sampson Place, died Sunday, July 18, 2010. A native of Raleigh, N.C., she was a nurse for 25 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Malachi and Sarah Watkins and a sister, Ina E. Swain. Survivors include her husband, David J. Lopes; a daughter, Danielle Amanda Edwards; and a son, David Michael Lopes, both of Portsmouth; a sister, Carolyn Faye Williams of Jacksonville, Fla.; three nieces, Maria, Mariza and Michelle; two nephews, Allen and Ricky; three first cousins, Robert, Donna and Dawn; a host of loving friends and family. Rita's wishes were to be cremated. Services will be held at a later date. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements. www. SturtevantFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 20, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Rita Lopes

29 Entries

Carol Belmore

July 16, 2025

Still remembering Rita, and her friendly, fun personality. Always in my prayers. Rest in peace, Rita.

Love, Carol <3

Carol Belmore

July 17, 2021

I always remember how friendly you were to me. Rest In Peace.
Love, Carol

Cousin Carol Paul

August 5, 2010

Dear David and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. Rita was a sweetheart, so friendly and kind. Know that you're all in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace~ Love, Cousin Carol, and Auntie Julia??

Linda Farias

August 2, 2010

So sorry to hear of Rita's passing. My condolences to her friends and family.

July 31, 2010

To the family, We hope that knowing others care will ease your sorrow.
The Edwards Family " Greenwood Cong "

Maria Denney

July 26, 2010

I am going to miss you Aunt Rita! You were not only my aunt, but my best friend. You were always there for me and my brothers and I will always be ever so grateful. You were a very important and priceless person in my life and your love for me will always remain in my heart for the rest of my life.

Your love for your family was always apparent and you will live on in our hearts and the wonderful memories we made together over the years.

I know you are now with my mom, your mom, your dad and many others who passed on before you. May you rest in peace and I love you with all my heart.

Your niece and family will think of you and smile when we think of you each and every day!

Edna Boone

July 25, 2010

to one of my best friends words cannot express the lost I feel in my heart because you are not here, but I know that you will have no more pain or sorrows, rest on dear friend, and keep smiling. All my love

Linda Etter-Kiser

July 23, 2010

May you find strength in the Lord during this difficult time. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

heather mcclennan

July 21, 2010

sorry for your loss may god bless you all thru this trying time .my thoughts and prayers are with you god bless

Woody and Lucy Nordan

July 21, 2010

I am going to miss you so much, Rita.

Our condolences are with you. David, Danielle, and David Micheal- You will be in our thoughts and prayers throughout this loss. You have always been a family to us. You are loved always,
Woody, Lucy, Roselynn, and Jesse Trafton. Nordan

Ann Thurber

July 21, 2010

Please know that my thoughts are with all of you at this most difficult time. I wish you all peace and comfort, and know that Rita goes to a better place. God bless.

Joshua and Chrissy Kassed

July 21, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dianne Brink

July 21, 2010

Dear David, Danielle & David Michael:
There are no words to express my feelings for your loss. Rita was definitely one in a million, never a bad word for anyone. God needed a new helper upstairs and wanted the best and that was why He chose Rita, they don't come any better. We spent a lot of time together when your Mom was sick and passed away, and Rita was the rock. Take care of yourselves and keep the faith. We can all thank God for the wonderful memories, she was a great person, wonderful to be around and an asset to any family. Love Ya' Lots.

Kathy Willis

July 21, 2010

Remember all of the fun times growing up in the church and how Rita always brought some laughter. Praying for the family.

Kathy Harrison Willis

Karen J

July 21, 2010

May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,
Karen

Laura Nelson

July 21, 2010

Rita wow
you was my first friend at the hospital and you still are that will never change.
We talk about your family how you love them. We had some good party at the hospital I think we just came to work to party and eat (ha ha). (The famous christmas party) I am going to to miss you.
you maybe gone from hear but you are still in my heart and that will last for a life time. Rita Rita going to miss you friend but I will think of the good times and that was alot and just laugh.
Love you see you later love laura.

Stephanie Mydlowski

July 21, 2010

Rita, you were a great friend to have. we worked together well for over 12 yrs,I'm going to miss your laughter, your smile. I gong to miss you. You will always be in my thoughts. Your with the Lord now and at peace.look down from the heavens,onto us. Peace be with you,and ever lasting life with Christ.Amen

Michele Cunha

July 20, 2010

Auntie Rita.. I have known her most of my life. We have shared so many things over the years. I guess if you looked-up good hearted person you would see her picture.There was always a bright side, even her her darkest times Rita would find some good.For the past 2 days I keep hearing her laugh.. this makes everyone laugh.
To David my brother she loved you more than life it self. I know at time that was hard to believe,but the look in her eyes when she spoke of her David is something special. To David Michael and Danielle you are her life.
Your Mom may not here in in a physical sense but will always be there for you, that has not changed. Rita just had anotherr calling. I personally think God needed a new Party Planner and Rita was it. Our love to all of you. There is now and always will be a special place for my sister-in-law Rita
With love and Sorrow
Michele, Joe and family

Ron & Jan Tabella

July 20, 2010

Dear David, Please know that Janet, our kids and myself are sorry of your loss, and wish God's Blessing on you and Danielle, and David Michael. It has been so many years since we saw you last, but be sure that we love you as family no less. Our warmest sympathy and love, Cousin Ron Tabella and Family

Deloris Shelton

July 20, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

July 20, 2010

Dear David, Danielle & David Michael,
My heart aches for your sorrow. Rita was a lovely woman, who now walks the streets of gold. My prayers will be with you in the difficult days ahead.

Love you,
Cousin Marie
Katy, Texas

Bridget Wakefield

July 20, 2010

My sincere condolences and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God will always be there to comfort you.

July 20, 2010

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. I missed your loving smiling face over at NMCP. You will be missed. To God be the Glory.

Bonnie Reece (NMCP Ortho Ward)

Radiology Secretary

July 20, 2010

Our prayers are with the family. May God wrap his arms around you all. His peace to follow.

Anita English

July 20, 2010

My prayers are with the Lopes family. Ms. Rita, I will never forget you, you will always be in my heart.

Mary T

July 20, 2010

Miss Rita was always so kind, smiling and greeting everyone. May her family find comfort in knowing how she brightened each day for those she encountered. Her friendly smile will be missed .

johnie norman

July 20, 2010

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

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