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Rita Johnson Obituary
Born in Pawtucket and a lifelong resident of the city, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Carney) Morgan. She was a volunteer at Memorial Hospital for many years and gardening was her hobby.
Mrs. Johnson was pre-deceased by her brother Thomas Morgan and two sisters Gertrude Helm and Elizabeth Flannery and a cousin Mary C. Morgan.
A Mass of Christian Burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be celebrated Tuesday at 10:00am in St. Teresa Church, 358 Newport Avenue. Burial will be in Mt. St. Mary Cemetery. www.cheethammortuary.com
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Charlie Helm
August 23, 2008
I dearly remember my beautiful Aunt Rita, the younger sister of my mother Gertrude. And my
Dad (Frank Helm) driving us to visit her, Uncle Ed, and those
giant Great-Dane dogs. And the Sunday family gatherings at 39
ClevelandStreet presided over by Grampa Thomas Lawrence. I'm gathering Morgan and Carney
names for a Family Chart if anyone would like one.
Wendy (Morgan) Demarais
August 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. It has been quite some time since I have seen Aunt Rita but I have fond memories. I remember some of the visits to my grandparents. Laughing and hugs is what I remember.
James Corcoran
August 12, 2008
I am very sad to hear of the loss of Aunt Rita. We had many visits and conversations through the years. I will keep Aunt Rita and Uncle ED in my prayers.
Robin Deviney
August 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Aunt Rita. We have many good memories of her and Uncle Ed. They will both remain in our prayers.
Bridget Morgan
August 11, 2008
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Aunt Rita. I have fond memories of her and Uncle Ed from my childhood. I will always remember her unique laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Melissa Machowski
August 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers to Rita's family. I always remember your beautiful flower gardens and loved talking to you as a child. May you rest in peace.
Melissa (Barlow) Machowski
former neighbor
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