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RITA JEAN BROCATO (Age 87)
Of Springfield, VA, formerly of Falls Church, VA passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Brocato; Loving mother of John Brocato (Mary), Roxane Brocato (Frank), Mike Brocato (Karen) and Bill Brocato (Liz); she was preceded in death by a daughter Terry Vondruska and is the cherished grandmother of eleven grandchildren. A native of Terre Haute, IN, she moved to Arlington as a teenager and graduated from Washington & Lee High School where she was a member of Tau Beta Phi sorority. She worked as a secretary at Falls Church High School until her retirement in 1996. During retirement she traveled extensively with her network of friends. A visitation will be held on Sunday, July 15, 2018 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 1102 W. Broad St., Falls Church, VA. Mass of Christian Burial will follow Monday, July 16, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Philip Catholic Church, 7506 St. Philip's Ct., Falls Church, VA. Interment Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to KEEN Greater DC (www.keengreaterdc.org). Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.murphyfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for RITA BROCATO
Flora-Jane Gatley
July 15, 2018
Words do not express the sorry I feel for
Rita"s family. Have had Sunday breakfast with Rita for at least 9 0r 10 years.I shall miss her smiling face always, especially each Sunday Morning.
Go in peace, Dear Friend, on your new
journey... Flo
Jodi Weber
July 14, 2018
To the Rita J. Brocato family. I send my deepest condolences to you all. Your Mom and I have been friends for about 20 years. I can honestly say she was the best friend a person could have. I feel God greeted his Angel Rita the moment she left this earth. Her kindnesses, always there to help, she was fun, and most of all she loved her family above all else. Your memories of her will sustain you for many years. I know I'll miss her, her phone calls, trips to a casino, or a spur of the moment trip to FL. Prayers with you all. with Love, Jodi Weber
Nina Blendman
July 14, 2018
Roxane,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. May her memory be for a blessing. Sincerely, Nina Blendman, previous organizing client, Bethesda MD.
July 14, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
July 14, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm during your grieving process.
dm
July 13, 2018
sincere condolences to the Brocato family and friends. losing a love one in death is never easy. one day many will have the opportunity to live again. may the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this sad and difficult time. john 17:3
BRENDA HOWELL-GRAVES
July 11, 2018
My sincere sympathies to the entire Brocato Family. I have fond memories of sitting with Rita at Woodley Pool and chatting about all's going on in Broyhill Park. It was always such a treat to talk with her and how much she loved being involved in the community. Rita LOVED her children and always beamed when she spoke of them. My thoughts and prayers to all of you. May your hearts rest easier knowing she is now in peace in Heaven.
Brian Saffell
July 9, 2018
Ms. Rita Brocato and her husband Joe loved their children as much as any parents could. I was a friend of Michael and John's to see that first hand. I have not been close to the family for many years, but that doesn't have any effect on the amount of sympathy that goes out to the entire Brocato family. May the Lord be with her and to all of the Brocato children, spouses and grandchildren. I KNOW that this LADY will be missed. Thank you for your work at FCHS.
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