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Rita became a friend while I assisted her at the Bon Ton. She was special. My condolences on your losse.
PENNY R PUDIAK
January 12, 2026


Guilderland, New York
Oct 24, 1940 – Jan 1, 2026 (Age 85)
Shawn, Rita ElaineALBANY - Rita Elaine Shawn was born on October 24, 1940, in Albany, N.Y., to Bernard Shawn and Rosalie (Heller) Shawn. She passed away on January 1, 2026. Her seemingly inexhaustible energy finally ran out just around midnight on New Year's Eve, as she slept by the side of her...
Read MoreRita became a friend while I assisted her at the Bon Ton. She was special. My condolences on your losse.
PENNY R PUDIAK
January 12, 2026
Rita was a dedicated Social Work colleague. She mentored me in the early days of my Social Work career. I will always remember her with fondness. Abby Mack and Mary Scott Burkhalter.
Abby Mack
January 07, 2026
Rita was my cousin, we shared many childhood memories at our Father's summer resort, Casa Manor. We were very good friends for our childhood years.
SUSAN OLSHANSKY
January 06, 2026