Rita Colley Hendrickson
Rita Colley Hendrickson
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Aida Ayyad
November 9, 2019
Dear Rita,
I have worked with you less than a week over the past two years but I will say this, you had your positive impact on me from day one just by being you! You are very kind, caring, honest and a great person in every way. In your honor, I planted 25 trees.. it will creat life and shade for others.. rest in peace Rita! You are truly missed and your foot print will always be there! Thank you for being you!
Cindy Poucel
November 8, 2019
I am deeply sorry to hear of Rita's passing. I worked with her through WBO on many mission trips and absolutely loved the time we spent together. She was so full of energy and life and truly loved her family. I will keep you all in my prayers during this time. God is blessed with awesome Angel.
Linda Tarring
November 3, 2019
I met Rita in 1992 when I began work at Kaiser Falls Church Ambulatory Surgery. We became close as I was lead nurse for ophthalmology surgery. I will always remember her kind, caring way, and wonderful smile. She was present for the first cataract surgery we did in the new facility. She also cared for me and family members in the ophthalmology department. Rita was also a support for me when I had my own cancer diagnosis. I send thoughts and prayers to Rita's family. Please know she will be missed by all who knew her at Kaiser. Rest in peace, dear Rita.
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Tutu Mulatu
November 1, 2019
Hello. My name is Tutu Mulatu and I have known Rita for many years. We both worked at Kaiser in Falls Church. We got closer when she travelled to Ethiopia which is where I am from. She is a wonderful person, a kind and gentle person. She always had a smile and a kind word for me and everyone around her. It saddens me that I will not see that smile anymore. I am sorry that I cannot come and say goodbye in person as I am overseas. I send my condolences to the family and hope you have some comfort knowing she was loved and will be missed by so many. Go with Peace, Rita my friend. I love you.
Patty Marcey
October 31, 2019
Rita was such a bright and sweet light in this world. Mike and Ben, my condolences are with you❣Patty (Williams) Marcey
Ginger Bartley (Simmons)
October 29, 2019
Rita and I started working together at Kaiser back in the 80's. I remember we hit it off right away and became close shortly after. We attended all the meetings together and had the same circle of friends. We occasionally went out after work. Even though we grew apart in the later years, we would still greet each other and talk over old times. I am truly saddened to hear of her passing. Rest in peace my friend and may God bless you.
Maria Arias
October 29, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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