Rita M. Scanlon

To the Scanlon Family (Mary Anne, Susan, Michael & Barry) Your mom was one of the best! She cared about everyone and went out of her way to help people. May she rest in peace! - John Sullivan (Thompkins Ave) & Suzette Sullivan

This photo may not end up in the East Longmeadow Historical Society, but my parents (Bill & Mary) got a kick out of hanging out with Rita & Dom, Ruth & Jim, Jim & Mary, Peggy & Pete, and the rest of the Irish Mafia.

Rita (Honey to us) was a wonderful woman. She and Joe (Joey to us) became dear friends as they comforted me through serious illness. We treasured their visits on their stopovers to see Barry and Family. And she never missed a Christmas card which she signed: "Love Honey and Joey in Heaven."

To the Scanlon Fanily, I´m so saddened by your mother´s passing. I came to know her at the pool. We had so much in common. I loved her wit, energy, and deep insights. I miss her and know you´ll continue to treasure the great lady she is. JoAnn Bourquard

Michael, Barry, Susan and Mary Ann, I'm so sorry that Rita has passed away. She was such a joy. I'll missing hearing from her and the pictures that she would send of all of us together on the holidays and different occasions. I'll miss the Christmas cards, the 4th of July cards and special occasion cards that showed how her family has grown. She was a beautiful person. I'll pray for her every night as I do for your Dad.

Dear Barry and Scanlon family - On behalf of the Gentleman´s Social Club of WDC, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

I met Rita playing pitch at the Hampden Senior center. She loved chatting and laughing with others between games and was always pleasant to have at a table. I loved her accent and she eas lovely to know. God bless her.