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Rita Bocek Obituary
Rita married Richard Bocek in 1950. Together, they built a home in Bradford, settled for 25 years in Rochester, moved to Los Angeles to be nearer to their children, and ultimately settled in Colorado. Rita and Richard took pride in helping to raise their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They enjoyed family vacations and holidays together. Richard passed away in 2016.
After the untimely losses of her youngest son, Ronald, and sister, Felicia, Rita dedicated her professional life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse. She was a respected R.N. at the University of Rochester, UCLA, and Encino Hospital. Rita was an outstanding nurse, and immensely proud of the high standard of care she afforded to every patient. She was held in high esteem by her colleagues, and was trusted as a partner by physicians at every hospital where she worked.
Rita is survived by her son, Richard Bocek, Jr. (Barbrey), and her daughter, Rebecca Reu (James Franklin). She is also survived by four grandchildren, Kelly Bocek, Jennifer Mack, Annie Bocek, and Scott Reu, and two great-grandchildren, John and Alarie Mack, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place on Friday, 2/14, from 6:30pm - 9pm at Fagan's Funeral Home in Bath, NY. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Stanislaus Church in Bradford, NY, at 11am on Saturday, 2/15. A burial service will take place following the Funeral Mass at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Bath, NY. A meal will follow at St. Stanislaus, where we will share loving memories of Rita.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Lorraine Baker Szilagyi
June 30, 2021
I just found out Rita´s passing. So sorry. My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with the entire family. May she Rest In Peace. Sincerely Lorraine
Pat Geng
February 6, 2021
Cousin Rita was warm and funny and it was enjoyable staying at her home in Bradford and Rochester. Aunt Helen unfortunately passed away July 16, 2020 from COVID but she enjoyed trips to CA and going to play slots with her nephew Richard Bocek. The loss of all is heartbreaking. Cousin Patty of NJ
Pat Geng
March 18, 2020
Becky, so sorry to hear about mom. Aunt Helen, Patty and her husband Dieter feel badly we did not know sooner. Pat has fond memories of staying at the home in Bradford and Rochester when visiting our Aunt Mary Bocek. We did keep in touch by phone until this year when Patty at Christmas was hospitalized for appendix and subsequent infection and Dieter is undergoing chemo treatments, aunt Helen is currently 96 and at a nearby nursing facility. Please e-mail if you have the opportunity as I'm not sure if mail will reach you [email protected]. Mom misses going with your dad to play the slots. Love, cousin Pat
Linda Turner
February 13, 2020
Rita :) always brought a smile to my face with her warm welcome.
Jerry made sure we traveled to Colorado many times to visit Richard, Rita, Becky and Scot. We were always welcomed with a loving spirit and smile. Thanks Rita you did a great job here on earth now fly with the Angles.
Love you, Linda
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