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Rita TRAVO Obituary
(nee Provenzano)
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Rita surrounded by her loving children on April 30, 2018 at 83 years of age. Reunited with her husband Ottavio Travo. Cherished and devoted Mother of Rose Marie Graham and Ottavio Travo and wife Sarah. Adored Nonna of Andrew, Sarah, Ava, Taya and Hanna. Dear sister of the late Antonia, late Rocco, late Vincenzina, Carmela, late Maria, Salvatore, late Vincenzo, and late Vittorio. Best friend and sister-in-law of Giovanna Provenzano (nee Frangione). Treasured and favourite Zia of Frank Provenzano (Kelly), Antonella Borrelli (Jim), the late Rocco Provenzano, Michael Borrelli (Julia), Tory Provenzano, and Joe Facchineri (Mena). She will also be missed dearly by many nieces, nephews and extended family members in Canada, U.S.A., Italy and Argentina. In 1964 at the age of 29, Rita embarked on a journey from Amantea Calabria, Italy to Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. The love of her life Ottavio followed her courage and path to start a family. We would like to recognize all of the friends that Rita made along this journey that brought her to her final home here in Windsor. Rita was a gifted seamstress and loved to spend her time in the kitchen where she always had a place for friends and family at her table. Above all, Rita's unwavering love and devotion to her family will never be forgotten. A special thank you to Dr. George Zahrebelny, Dr. Robert Wilson, Dr. Sheldon Lewis, Dr. Aoun and staff, as well as the staff at Windsor Regional Hospital- Ouellette Campus 7 West, hospitalist Dr. Askew, and the Dr. Y. Emara Centre- 3rd floor palliative care for the dignified care and compassion given to Rita. Visitation will be held at
WINDSOR CHAPEL (South Chapel)
3048 Dougall Avenue,
519-253-7234
on Friday, May 4, 2018 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers at 4:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at Corpus Christi Church (1400 Cabana Rd W.) on Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Entombment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. In memory of Rita, memorial donations may be made to Tory's Tourney to support research to find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at
www.windsorchapel.com
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May 6, 2018
Dear Ottavio, Rosa & family, condolences for the passing of your dear Mom. We are grateful that we got to see Rita one last time and it was always a joy to see her at my Moms. Praying for you all! Much love David & Pascale Colucci
May 4, 2018
Sorry for your loss Vincenzo & Mafalda Greco
Dan & Heather Batson
May 3, 2018
We are so saddened to hear of Rita's passing. She was a wonderful neighbor, always ready with a smile and wave. She loved to hear how our family was doing.
It was easy to see the love she had for her own children and especially her grand-kids.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 2, 2018
Rose & Ottavio & family, My thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Rita was a wonderful person and a great neighbor to my grandparents. Sincerely Connie Filice
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Accetta Family
May 2, 2018
Thinking about your family during this difficult time. May you have peace in knowing she is in a better place.
May 2, 2018
Frank, Kelly & Tori: So very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear Zia. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. In sympathy, Cathy & Gerry Racine
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