Photo courtesy of Waters Funeral Home - Concord
Concord, New Hampshire
Contoocook - Rita A. French, age 98, of Park Ave, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2024 at her home.
She was born in Barton, VT one of 7 Children to the late Samuel and Myra (Leonard) Paul.
Rita worked at Concord Hospital as an LPN for many years before getting certified in electronics in 1983 and working in that field until her retirement.
She enjoyed traveling with her late husband, Owen. They were cofounders of New Vision Coalition Teen Center which merged with the Boys and Girls Club of Hopkinton. Rita was also a long-time parishioner of St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Henniker.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son Alton Britch, her grandson, Shawn Mitchell, 1 Brother and 5 sisters.
She is survived by her 2 daughters, Carolyn Yeazitzis and her husband Anthony of Hooksett, NH, and Louise Carr and her husband Byron of Contoocook:17 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and 23 great great grandchildren.
A special thank you to her caregivers that always brightened her day, Meghan & Tina of M&C Home Care, Contoocook NH.
Visiting hours will not be held.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on May 4 at 11:00 am at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, 158 Old W. Hopkinton Road, Henniker, NH.
Burial will follow in the Contoocook Village Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Hopkinton Human Services “Medical Fund” 330 Main St. Hopkinton NH 03229
Read MoreSorry to hear about Rita, I enjoyed working with her for a couple of years. She was always so kind but had a mind of her own. My prayers are with you.
Luciele Gaskill
May 01, 2024 | Friend
Aunt Rita you will be missed you were always in my thoughts I enjoyed all the times growing up coming to visit you or you coming to Vermont and spending time with us
Evelyn Johnson
April 28, 2024 | WEST PALM BEACH, FL | Family
To Louise and Family~
I am truly sorry for your loss. As you know, Rita has held such a special place in my heart for so many years. I am sending you my heartfelt sympathy as you morn the loss of such a very special lady. She will be missed!
Lish Cross
Alicia Cross
April 27, 2024 | Contoocook, NH | Friend
My condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Rita French it was a pleasure working with you. You was the nicest client I have ever worked with. It was nice being around you for a couple of months may your soul rest in peace
Dana Britton
April 26, 2024 | Queens, NY | Friend
Louise, Carolyn and Family...She was a long-time friend to our mom Jane. She will be greatly missed by all. Cheri, Tim, Mark and Rand
Cheri Blake
April 26, 2024 | Friend
Gram Rita love and miss you !! Will never be forgotten
Tammy Ouimet
April 25, 2024 | Lyndonville, VT | Grandchild
I’m so very sorry for your loss. She will forever be in my heart
Apryl Carr
April 25, 2024 | New Prt Rchy, FL | Friend
Sending my condolences to my special friend Carol and her family. Thinking of all of you at this sad time.
Bonnie McKenzie
April 24, 2024 | Laconia, NH
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anita Baker
April 24, 2024 | Bow, NH | Family