Rita Chabot Loftus

October 24, 1939 - September 26, 2024

Miami, Florida - Miami, Florida - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Rita Chabot Loftus on September 26, 2024. She will be profoundly missed by her loving family: her sons Tim, Bill, and Tom; her daughter Julie; daughters-in-law Tanya, Linda, and Alana; her grandchildren Jessie, Madison, Delaney, Olivia, Sophee, Lauren, Lindsey, Matthew, and Sean; and her great-granddaughter Kaya. She is also survived by her sisters Patricia and Mary, along with many cherished cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Rita was predeceased by her parents, Julia and Ambrose Chabot, and her brother Ambrose Jr.

Born and raised in Miami, Rita attended Coral Gables High School and the University of Miami before working at Florida Power and Light, where she met her future husband, Terence Loftus. They were married for over 20 years before parting ways, and she never remarried.

In 1979, Rita joined Eastern Air Lines in the security department and eventually became a flight attendant. After Eastern ceased operations she joined Rich International, also as a flight attendant. At Rich International, she was again fortunate to fly with her brother Ambrose, who was a pilot. She also met her long-time friend Maria, also a flight attendant, and they traveled the world until Rich ceased operations.

Rita then worked with her dear friend and neighbor of 60 years, Judy, at a neurosurgery practice in the Dadeland area until her retirement.

Rita cherished her summers in Morgan, Vermont, with her sister Patricia Runsvold. Surrounded by family, she frequently expressed that Vermont was her favorite place to be.

Rita will be missed by all who knew her for her warmth, infectious laugh, adventurous spirit, and love for her family, friends, and dogs. Rita often spoke of volunteering at the Humane Society, expressing sadness when her health made it too great a challenge.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Pinecrest Gardens, Inspiration Center, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL 33156. 11:00 a.m.

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Published by the Miami Herald from Oct. 11 to Oct. 13, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Rita Loftus

12 Entries

Suzanne

November 16, 2024

Dear Billy , Tommy and Timmy,
This is Dr. Cindy Roland´s friend of the Mainwold family. We had such good times there. I´m so sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts prayers love and blessings are with all of you. I just heard about her passing from Suzanne

Alicia, Mark & James

October 30, 2024

Tim, Bill, Tom and Julie,

Heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beautiful mum Rita. We have many fond memories of Rita over the years. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Bob and Monica Welch

October 19, 2024

We're sorry to hear of your mom, grandmother, and great grandmother.

Suzanne Mainwold

October 17, 2024

Dear Loftus family ,my deepest condolences. Your mom was an amazing woman. She raised all of you and gave you all her love and strength. May you find her memories soothing in your days ahead. May she be lifted up in eternal life.

Frank

October 13, 2024

I recognized the last name, husband Terry our bicycle club Treasurer in the late 1970s, and if I recall Rita did also ride a bicycle at that time. May she rest in God's peace - I'm not sure if Terry preceded her, but I do believe he did after retiring from government.

Vince Memmo

Planted Trees

Michele Landi

October 12, 2024

Fair winds and following seas my beautiful Aunt Rita. I will always remember your beautiful spirit and cherish the times we had together.

Louise McCarthy Wassenberg

October 12, 2024

Julie, Tim, Bill and Tommy...I am sorry for the loss of your Mom, but know that she will remain in your hearts along with many wonderful memories.

Fiona Kane Gerbershagen

October 10, 2024

Tim so sorry for the loss of your dear Mum such a beautiful life she lived. God Speed

John and Jackie

October 10, 2024

Dear Tim and Tanya, very sorry to hear Tims Mum passed away. She sounds like a terrific person to have had in your life. All our love and support. John and Jackie XXX

Gaby Griffis Dwyer

October 9, 2024

Dear Loftus Family,
On behalf of the Griffis family we are so sad to hear of the passing of Rita. She always welcomed us in her home! She was a beautiful, sweet kind, strong woman and a great Mother! Sending prayers and condolence's!
Love,
Gaby Griffis Dwyer

Bill Sablesak

October 8, 2024

I´m so sorry.

Tim, you may remember that I knew her from back in the day when she was an EAL Security Officer in the early `80s. I used to wave to her just about every morning when I drove onto the EAL MIA Base and she checked my ID. Very pretty, nice, lady. Later on, when she became a Flight Attendant, and we were flying together, I will never forget how incredibly excited she was that you had been hired as a EAL Pilot.

Blue Skies & Tail Winds, Rita. RIP.

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