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Rita J. McDonald

East Boston, Maine

May 16, 1937 – Jun 20, 2021 (Age 84)

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BORN
May 16, 1937
DIED
June 20, 2021
AGE
84
LOCATION
East Boston, Maine
CHARITY
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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After courageously battling Stage 4 lung cancer for over 3 years, Rita J McDonald passed away peacefully in her home in Albuquerque, NM on June 20,2021 with her husband Michael and daughter Jill at her side.Rita, a first generation Italian American, was born May 16,1937 in East Boston, MA to...

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I miss seeing her happy and kind demeanor at family occasions. Rommie

Rita was a sweet and knowledgeable lady who brightened everyone's life who met her. She is missed. Rommie Compher

Mrs. McDonald was my 2nd grade teacher at Needham Elementary. Then during high school, I had the privilege of working for her at the after school program at Needham. She was wonderful and made me laugh! I just learned of her passing. My deepest condolences.

Hi Mike and family. Rita worked with me at the Parks and Recreation Department as a Gametime leader. She was a blessing for me. Such a good person. My condolences. Tim

Dear Jill, Dominic & family, I am so sorry for your loss! . I know how deeply we love our parents Jill, mine passed in December 2020 and I think of them daily, miss them. Your mom had to be an incredible mother, grandmother - as she raised an amazingly loving, compassionate daughter who also has loving, beautiful children! You are all in my prayers. Sending all your family hugs & much love....Janet

My deepest condolences Mike. I´m so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife Rita.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the McDonald/Staropoli family. Rita was a beautiful lady and had the kindest heart. It was an honor to have known her and her family. She will be greatly missed. Love, Marie and Christina Zinna

I will always remember her joyful and proud description of her chosen profession in educating children as a dedicated teacher. She always reflected kindness and genuine caring with everyone.

Dearest Jill and Dominic and family. My heart goes out to all of you. Your Mom was such a sweet lady. Its been a long time since I had seen her come into our clinic when you all were there, but I have very fond memories of her. She was always telling me something funny to make me laugh or put a smile on my face! She will always be a part of all of you and watch over you!