Rita Ann Hanshe

Rita Ann (Nunzir) Hanshe, 91 of Center Township passed away peacefully on Saturday morning February 21, 2026, at Heritage Valley, Beaver.

Born and raised in Monaca, Pennsylvania, Rita was a proud graduate of Monaca High School, class of 1952, Rita's pursuit of knowledge led her to further her education at Garfield Business School but chose to dedicate herself to her family as a homemaker.

Rita's heart found its match in Ronald Hanshe, whom she first met in the first grade. Fate would have them cross paths again as adults when they both worked at a paint manufacturing factory in Rochester. Their love story was culminated in a beautiful marriage on May 5, 1956. Together, they built a life filled with joy and cherished moments until Ronald's passing on September 24, 2013.

Rita was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Anthony and Minnie Nunzir, her dear husband, Ronald, and her sister, Nan Lamberto. Her legacy continues through her four children: Richard Hanshe of Colorado, Randy Hanshe of Beaver, Ronald Hanshe and daughter-in-law Nina Stala of Center Township, and Rhonda Hanshe of Colorado.

She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca and served her community as an Inspector of Elections for Center Township, a role she held for many years.

Rita's love of animals was well-known, particularly her affection for her cats with Grace and George as her companions.

Friends will be received Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca where a blessing service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow beside her late husband in the parish cemetery.

The family has suggested memorial contributions be made, if desired to St Jude Children's Hospital or the Beaver County Humane Society.

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