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John Sullivan
September 16, 2023
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
Cathy Ward Yurkunas
March 4, 2023
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.
Rich & Alex
January 21, 2023
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."
JoAnn Bourquard
January 20, 2023
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
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CYNTHIA JOHNSTON
January 20, 2023
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.
GSC DC crew
January 19, 2023
Dear Barry and Scanlon family - On behalf of the Gentleman´s Social Club of WDC, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Moriarty
January 19, 2023
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.
Pat Pastoreck
January 17, 2023
Sending condolences to Rita´s family, she was a wonderful Mahjongg player and will be missed.
The Mahjongg Players of Hampden Senior Center
Jean L Dietrich
January 17, 2023
Rita was a member of our Red Hat group for many years and we were able to enjoy her company at many of our social events. She always had a smile and loved to join in the fun. We will miss her special ways and good nature. May she rest in peace. She will be missed. Queen Jean of the Holyoke Red Hatters and all of its members.
Dale Hunter MacDonald
January 17, 2023
Mary Anne,
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Keep your memories close to you heart. My deepest sympathy to you.
Donna Kuruc, Tommy Krotki & Jay Kuruc
January 17, 2023
Dear Mary-Anne, Susan, Michael & Barry,
Heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Mom. Rita will be terribly missed. She was such an inspiration, a gift to all who knew her. May the many beautiful memories of her comfort you during this difficult time.
Margaret O Murphy
January 16, 2023
Mary Anne, Susan , Michael and Barry I am sorry for your loss.
Your parents were such dear friends to my parents.
Margaret O'Neil Murphy
Darren Cromwell Sr.
January 16, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences to all of the Scanlons on your great loss of your mom,grandmother, great grandmothe, aunt and friend- Rita. She was a truly special person whose memory,I will always cherish. She was genuine, loving, funny and kind. If the world had more of her ilk we would all be living in a much kinder world. Sending much love to you all.
Kevin P. Doherty
January 16, 2023
To the Scanlon family,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Rita loved her God, family and served her community. A life well lived. May she Rest in Peace.
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