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1951
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2025
Rita Moraga Obituary
Mar. 04, 1951
Jan. 02, 2025
Rita Raya Moraga was born in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. She was the second eldest child of Frank and Maria de Jesus Raya. Rita was raised in Santa Ana, California where she met the love of her life, Frank M. Moraga. They were married on June 19th, 1976. They went on to have four children and moved to Porterville, CA in 1982. Rita devoted her life to her family and cherished her time with her kids, siblings, nieces, nephews and many cousins. Rita will be remembered for her loving and caring nature and her ability to make everyone feel welcomed and at home in her house. Rita is preceeded in death by her beloved Frank Moraga, her parents Frank and Maria de Jesus Raya, and her brothers Harvey and Art Raya. Rita is survived by her children, Frank N. Moraga (Nancy Moraga), Andrew O. Moraga, Timothy M. Moraga and Jennifer M. Connelly (Robert Connelly) as well as her grandchildren, Lucy Elena, Aurelia Rose, Frankie IV, and Emilia Grace. She is also survived by her siblings Esther Raya, Gloria Munoz and Bob Raya.
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Kathy&Vic Lopez
February 18, 2025
She was a warm welcoming loving lady, and will truly miss her, said by Kathy and Vic.
Jeanette Moraga
February 13, 2025
Oh Rita, you will be missed. You and Frankie always had great smiles and great laughs. May you find peace and joy with Our Father in Heaven!
Maureen
February 12, 2025
Knew her since my teen yrs she was my sisters bestie. She was so pretty & her personality matched. We kept on touch through FB, health being a problem so we couldn´t visit. She will forever remain in my heart & smile.
Kris Moraga
February 6, 2025
Rita and I met at Smedley Junior High (now named Carr) and continued our friendship at Santa Ana Valley High School. We had fun in GAA and being kids. Who knew she would marry my cousin. It was a good match. We enjoyed family gatherings. Knowing she is reunited with Frank, family, friends and her Savior brings joy to my heart. May this bring Rita's children comfort, peace and a bittersweet joy as they move together in the next chapter of life.
Susan Fernandez
February 6, 2025
I will miss my cousin, my partner in crime at the Parga Reunion- rest in peace
Maria Laura Gonzalez
February 4, 2025
I am a friend of the Moraga Family, My mother (Virginia P. Gonzalez) knew them and introduced them to me, not sure if the kids remember me since I once babysitted them when they were little. My sincere condolences to the family. May the Lord give you comfort
Matt Darby
January 31, 2025
My prayers go out to Andy and family. I´m so sorry that you lost your mom. Thinking of you all.
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