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Rita Ann McClary, 60, passed away on March 2, 2025, in the arms of her beloved husband and her children under one roof. She was born on January 5, 1965, in Santa Ana, California.
Rita dedicated her life to being a devoted wife and loving mother. She was a pillar of strength and kindness, always putting the needs of others first. She found the good in all things, even at the hardest times. This is the legacy she will leave behind in all those who were lucky enough to know and love her.
Rita is survived by her spouse of over 41 years, Jeffrey McClary and her children: Daniel McClary (Haylee McClary), Wesley McClary and Jessica May (Miles May). She is also survived by her 4 beautiful granddaughters: Emma, Bria, Brooklyn and Koralyn McClary. She is survived by her siblings Claire Young, Guy Fitzpatrick, Ray Fitzpatrick (Megan Fitzpatrick) and Mary Ann Jesse. Rita is also survived by her cousin Cathy Dineen. She is preceded in death by her son Philip McClary, sister Theresa Fitzpatrick and her mother Margaret Fitzpatrick.
Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday March 11, 2025, at St Nicholas Catholic Church. A viewing for family and friends will be held a half hour before the services. Arrangements are under the direction of Joel Heward Hansen Mortuary.
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Kelly Bodily
March 12, 2025
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