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Rita Connell Obituary
Nov 4, 1919 - Jun 22, 2009
Preceded in death by parents, Mary and James Bennett; siblings, Fabian Wolf, Valerie, Verus, Audrey Bennett. Survived by husband, Joseph Connell; children and spouses, Sr. Rita Connell, RSM, Mary and Jim Gehring, Patty and Joe Samson, Mike and Donna Connell, Lucy and John Incontro, Mark and Sandy Connell; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Bennett; sister-in-law, Cora Mae Bennett; brother-in-law, Dick and Marge Connell; many nieces and nephews.
SERVICES Wednesday 9:20am at the 72nd St. Chapel to St. Bernard Church at 10am. Interment Calvary. Wake Service 7pm at 72nd St. Chapel. Memorials to St. Bernard-St. Vincent de Paul Society. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St., 391-1664
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for Rita Connell
Joe Fritze
July 2, 2009
Joe, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Clare Warnagiris
June 29, 2009
My Dear Sr. Rita and Family,
When I visited your family many years ago, your mom opened her home to me with warmth and kindness. I will always remember her generous spirit. I offer all of you my deepest sympathy and prayer at this difficult time.
- Clare Warnagiris, Chambersburg, PA
Cathy and Tim Nelson
June 29, 2009
Mark and Sandy,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We often saw your parents at church and talked about "the good old days" working together. Your mom will be missed not only by her family, but also by her extended family at St. Bernard's.
Kim Guthmann
June 26, 2009
My sympathies to the entire Connell family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mikey's neighbor
Bernie & Sue
June 24, 2009
Mike, Donna, and Connell family, we are sorry for your loss. Loosing your Mother is a very sad experience, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy Friend
June 24, 2009
Lucy, I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss. No one is ever prepared to lose a parent. I hope you keep cherished memories of your mom held close in your heart.
Sherri Rudloff Petersen
June 24, 2009
Connell Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss. I pray that you find comfort from the countless prayers of your friends and family. May the Lord's peace give you strength.
Jeffrey Lien
June 23, 2009
Mark - It has been alot of years since we worked together - I am sorry to hear news of the loss of your mother. I will pray that you and your family find comfort in the Lords plan at such a difficult time in your life.
Barb and Bob Hedges
June 23, 2009
Rita will certainly be missed. She was a dear friend of ours for over 40 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with Joe and the family.
Deb Davis
June 23, 2009
Mike, Donna and family~
May you find comfort in knowing your mom is in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
melissa muths
June 23, 2009
i am sorry for your loss .my thoughts and prayers are with your family!
melissa muths
June 23, 2009
Rita,
You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. The Villa sisters are keeping you in their prayers also.
Sr. Pat g.
June 23, 2009
joe, sorry for your loss,GOD be with you and your family in this your time of pain.
Dave & Julie miller
Karen Sailors
June 23, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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