Photo courtesy of Curran-Jones Funeral Home - West Springfield
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Sep 14, 1939 – May 23, 2023
Rita A. Petersen
1939 – 2023
West Springfield – Rita A. (Cayer) Petersen, 83, died peacefully Tuesday morning surrounded by her loving family. Rita was born in Lachine, Quebec, Canada, the daughter of the late Joseph and Donalda (Lareau) Cayer. She grew up in Holyoke and...
Read MoreLoretta & Ken, I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Know she will always be with you in your heart & memories. Remember the fun times. Love always, Betsy
Elizabeth McCarthy
June 02, 2023 | West Springfield, MA | Friend
Ken, I am so very sorry about the loss of your mother. My heart hurts for both you and your sister. I am so very sorry that I cannot make it to the calling hours or service, but I will be thinking of you and sending healing energy & prayers.
Ellen Rinaldi
June 01, 2023 | Esperance, NY | Friend
To KENNY , LORETTA and Rita's family we are so sorry for your loss she truly was a wonderful person and a great neighbor she will be missed by myself and Dina Barbara and Dina
barbara largay
May 31, 2023
I extend my sincere condolences to Kenny, Loretta and all of Rita's friends and family. When Rita donated her time to any cause she gave 100% of her many, varied talents, and her bountiful energy to it. Family, friends and the community were all recipients of her gifts and love. What a tremendous loss her passing was to West Springfield and to all who loved her. My best friend and neighbor for over 50 years; we both loved dogs, creating art, coffee breaks, lots of laughs and most of all, each...
Ann Connors
May 30, 2023 | Chester, VT | Friend
Rita lived across the street from my family for over 50 years. She was a kind, funny, generous, smart, energetic, artistic and helpful person. She was my mom's very best friend. Fond memories of my childhood are linked to the Petersen family in so many ways. Rita's indomitable spirit is what is making me (and probably everyone who knew and loved Rita) feel robbed of what was sure to be at least another 20 years of enjoying her company. Sincere condolences to Kenny and Loretta, and all of...
Judy Connors Verespy
May 29, 2023 | Chester, VT | Neighbor
Lori ,We are so sorry and extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your beautiful mother. Heaven has gained another angel. Jesus holds her in His arms until we meet again. God bless & comfort you in this difficult time.
Ginger Kelley
May 29, 2023 | Glen Burnie, MD | Friend
Loretta & Kenny, we are so sorry to learn the passing of your beloved mother. Please accept our deepest condolences. The Phillips Family - Elm Avenue West Springfield Karen, Amy, Jeannine, James, Melissa, Dorothy, Patrick.
The Phillips Family
May 28, 2023
Rita was such a sweet lady .I really enjoyed golfing with her at Tekoa CC. We had a few good holes.Lots of Laughs......Roxanne
roxanne
May 27, 2023
Loretta & Kenny, we are so sorry for your loss. Auntie Rita was a wonderful beautiful woman. I have always looked up to her and admired her strength, talents and love for her family. She will surely be missed by all. Love to both.
Debbie & Dave
Debbie Simoneau
May 25, 2023 | FL | Family