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Rita Mackin Obituary

March 2, of Danvers, age 62. Mother of Eric Mackin of Salem. Sister & sister-in-law of Mary & Jim Donlan of Medford, Catherine Corcoran of Danvers, Cecilia & Edward Chapdelaine of Danvers, Elizabeth & Stephen Eiseman of Smithfield, Maine, Margaret & Paul Leavitt of Somerville & Dorothy Brady of Groton, CT. Aunt of many. She was also the sister of the late Joseph, John, Bernard, Francis & Gerard McLellan. Her Funeral Service will be held in the Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 167 Maple St., (Rte 62), DANVERS, Thursday at 10 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday from 4-8 PM. Online guestbook at www.legacy.com. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Rita's memory to the Kaplan Family Hospice House, 10 Elm St., Danvers, MA 01923. O'Donnell Funeral Service Danvers & Salem 978-774-6600

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Published by Boston Globe on Mar. 4, 2008.

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Sheila Bosworth

March 17, 2008

I remember Rita as a cute little 12 year old with the prettiest red hair. My deepest sympathy to you all. Chee Chee's old friend Sheila

Brookhaven at Lexington

March 16, 2008

We were very sad to hear of Rita's passing. We enjoyed working with her. We are sorry we didnt get a chance to say goodbye. The Nursing Center staff at Brookhaven at Lexington.

Mary Pierce

March 14, 2008

To the family of Rita Mackin,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Rita was a wonderful person. I worked with her at Brookhaven and am sorry I never got a chance to say goodbye. Sincerely, Mary Pierce

Harry and Norma See

March 8, 2008

To The Family of Rita Mackin

Chee Chee

We send our prayers and Love, to you and your family.

Janet Natale

March 7, 2008

Che Che and Family

Sorry to hear of your loss, of your sister ,Rita.

With Love

Jim & Chelsea Rosato

March 7, 2008

To Eric and all of your mom's (Rita) family and friends. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Arthur Small

March 7, 2008

Sorry to read about Rita's passing in the Danvers Herald..she was a good friend and person to know.

Barbara Niemi

March 7, 2008

My Prayers go out to Rita's family. I worked with Rita during her days with Genesis Health care and always found her to be excellent at her job but even more importantly I loved her warm, inviting spirit. It felt good to be around her.

Thomas & Anthony O'Donnell & Staff at The Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home

March 5, 2008

The O'Donnell Family and Staff of The Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home wish to express our sincere sympathy to you. It is our hope that we may be able to make this difficult period more bearable. Please feel free to call on us at anytime, as we are always available for you

Carol Lecesse

March 4, 2008

Rita was a wonderful and caring individual and the most professional nurse. She always shared her smiles with her co-workers and patients. I enjoyed working with Rita through out a variety of Genesis homes. She will be missed.

Chris Lacey

March 4, 2008

Deepest sympathy for your loss.
I had the pleasure of working with Rita for Genesis over the past several years. Those who knew her will miss her positive energy. She was a treasure.

Chris Lacey

March 4, 2008

Deepest sympathy for your loss.
I had the pleasure of working with Rita for Genesis over the past several years. Those who knew her will miss her positive energy. She was a trearure.

Nancy Chick

March 4, 2008

To Eric and all of Rita's sisters and loved ones. I send my condolences to all of you. I live in the condominium above Rita's. Rita was a wonderful person and excelllent neighbor. I also worked with her, and she was an excellent nurse. I will really miss her.

lori baker

March 4, 2008

sorry for your loss of your sister catherine your friend from curves

Janice Hart

March 4, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Rita at many Genesis homes, and we became friends. She was a very special person, and touched many lives.

Debbie from Salem

March 4, 2008

Eric: I have known and loved your mom for many years. She will always hold a special place in my heart and in the hearts of all that were lucky enough to know her. She loved you very, very much and she will continue to look after you from heaven. Rest in Peace my dear Rita.
Love, Debbie from Salem

Kyle McKenna

March 4, 2008

My sincere condolences to your family. Kyle McKenna (co-worker of Peg Leavitt)

Andree McLellan

March 4, 2008

To Eric and all friends and family of Rita. I am so sorry for your loss. Rita
was a wonderful Aunt. May God bless her always.

Love, Andree McLellan

Biddy Barbee

March 4, 2008

You will be greatly missed by everyone who knew you, even some of us who never met you. Because of your sister Dorothy it seemed I'd known you all along. You were a very special person!!! May you enjoy your time in heaven with my mother!

Andree McLellan

March 4, 2008

My heart is broken at the loss of Rita.
She was a wonderful aunt. May God
bless her always.

Love,

Andree McLellan

Carol Ross

March 4, 2008

Chee Chee and Family, May God bless you in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Patricia Montville' Bonfanti

March 4, 2008

Iwas so sorry to hear about your mom Eric. We go back a long time. Jaclyn and I met you and your mother at the age of four (4). You had just moved to Danvers. Your mom was a real nice person and a dedicated mom.
You and your family are in our thoughts.
Sincerely,
Patricia Montville' Bonfanti & Jaclyn Montville' Gromko

Laurie Lance

March 4, 2008

Be at Peace now dear Rita. I know you will keep your eye on your Eric...and all those crazy sisters.
Love
Laurie

Toni & Bill Butler

March 4, 2008

Our sincere condolences

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