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Rita McKinnon Obituary
Rita was born on May 23, 1917 and was blessed with a full life that spanned 100 plus years.
Rita was the mother of five children; Kathleen Leonard (deceased) and her husband, Arthur (deceased); Daniel V. McKinnon and his wife, Corinne; George D. McKinnon and his wife, Dianne; Mary E. Auclair and her husband, Russell; Ann M. Quinn and her husband, David.
She was the grandmother of 13 grandchildren; Arthur Leonard, Daniel Leonard, Kathleen Rubino, Matthew Leonard, John Leonard, Daniel J. McKinnon, Stephen J. McKinnon, Michael McKinnon, Keith Auclair, David Auclair, David Quinn, Patrick Quinn and Matthew Quinn.
She also had 21 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was the daughter of the late George Cahill and Catherine (Hart) Cahill. She had two sisters; Helen Giblin (deceased) and her twin sister Ann Golden (deceased).
Rita was a woman of substance and great insight. She was a practicing Catholic and for years was a member of St. Mary's Parish in Seekonk, Massachusetts now known as ""Our Lady Queen of Martyrs."" In her later life she was a member of St. Margaret Parish in Rumford, Rhode Island.
Rita dedicated her life to her family. Her love for her husband, Dan was without bounds. Her love and protection of her children was beyond question. She ensured that they were all raised as practicing Catholics and were afforded the opportunity for a fine education. She was, till the very end, a shining example of love, goodness and family values.
Her funeral will be held on FRIDAY at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Margaret Church, 1098 Pawtucket Ave., Rumford. Interment will follow at Mount Saint Mary Cemetery, Pawtucket. VISITATION will be THURSDAY, 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to the Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, One Cathedral Square, Providence, RI 02903 will be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com
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Rosemary (Burns) Snyder
May 5, 2018
I send my deepest belated condolences on the loss of your Mom. I just learned of her passing last week. She & our Mom (Kathleen Harwood Burns) remained close over the years. Both your Mom & Dad were proxy godparents for me in San Francisco in 1945. Several years ago we would spend time with both your parents and ours at the St. Mary's 25 week club at the Venus de Milo. I will always remember your Mom as an upbeat & optimistic person.
March 18, 2018
My sincere condolences to the loss of Mrs. McKinnon. It seems like she lived a full life surrounded by loving friends and family. May the memories you have of her sustain you all in this trying time. May she remain in our heavenly father's memory. May the God of all comfort be with you all.
Myra (Aylward) Durfee
March 16, 2018
Sincere condolences to you all.
March 16, 2018
To the McKinnon family,
We are very sorry for the loss of your beloved mother.
With sincere sympathy,
Thea and Mel Mancini
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Michelle Proulx
March 15, 2018
Dear Ann and family, your mother sounds like an incredible woman. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to all.
Marie Chaplin
March 14, 2018
Dear Ann and family, just heard your mother's beautiful obituary! It was perfect for her. I so enjoyed seeing her lovely face at church and the love you showed for her. May you keep in your hearts the long years of wonderful memories with her.❤Marie Chaplinher special gift to you!
Judy Beaudoin
March 14, 2018
Dear McKinnon Family ~ Rita was my neighbor for 20 plus years and was a very wonderful, thoughtful person. One thing in particular that I will always remember is that she would give my son a "very special treat" on Halloween and Easter. How very thoughtful was that! May you always have many fond memories of her and think of her often with a smile. I'm sure Dan welcomed her with open arms!
Dave and Lillian Hayman
March 13, 2018
Please accept our condolences on your Mother's passing. We know you and your family have many wonderful memories to sustain you during this time.
Ken Kolek
March 13, 2018
Dear Dan and family, Judy and I offer our sincere condolences on the death of your mother, Rita. We will keep her and you in our prayers.
Mike Beaudoin
March 13, 2018
Rita was one of the BEST neighbors you could ever ask for. I grew up across the street from her and have many fond memories of Rita and Dan. It was like I had an extra set of grandparents that lived across the street. They were so inviting towards me and my family and I will always remember that. I recall seeing her and stopping to have a chat after I had moved out of my moms house and was amazed at how sharp she still was. She was such a sweet and caring woman. Rita and Dan were there for my mom and I when my father passed away and I appreciate that. They don't make neighbors like that anymore. She lived a great life and will be missed. May her family find peace that she lived a full life.
PATRICK MURPHY
March 12, 2018
ON BEHALF OF NUMEROUS FRIENDS AND CLASSMATES OF ARTHUR G. LEONARD, CONDOLENCES TO ALL THE Mc KINNON-CAHILL FAMILY ON THE DEATH OF A MOTHER-IN-LAW THAT WAS MUCH APPRECIATED. MAY KATHLEEN AND ARTHUR WELCOME RITA INTO GOD'S PRESENCE.
MAY GOD HOLD RITA AND ALL THE FAMILY IN THE HALLOW OF HIS HAND.
James W. Metz
March 12, 2018
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Joe Shore
March 12, 2018
George and family,
Sorry to read about your mother's passing. I hope many happy memories sustain you at this difficult time.
March 12, 2018
If we could be half the woman Aunt Rita was! She lived a wonderful life, and was an amazing inspiration to all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of her warm welcome when we would visit in Matunuck. God Bless!
Love,
Mary Helen, Aunt Maureen, Robert & Jane XO
Norm and Kay Montminy
March 11, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of a beautiful mother. It was our privilege to k now her. Our prayers are with you always. Mom is with her husband Dan and her devoted daughter Kathleen. God bless you all Love Kay and Norm
March 11, 2018
Aunt Rita was the best!
I remember staying at her home as a young girl when my parents went away. She would make the best chocolate cake with whipped cream frosting and chocolate chips.
It was always fun to be with her, positive and cheerful until the end.
My thoughts are with all her family and friends.
Love,
Pat "Fournier" Moran
March 11, 2018
Dan: Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Mother. You were blessed to have had her with you for so long, but it still hurts when she is no longer here. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Mary and Dave Kehoe
Norm and Kay Montminy
March 11, 2018
Sheila Ftzgerald Hagenbuch
March 11, 2018
Dan:
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Elaine Kallio
March 10, 2018
Mrs McKinnon was a most gracious,faith-filled, wonderful woman. I thank God for having had the chance to know her and believe she is being welcomed into His heavenly home.
Don and Elaine Kallio
March 10, 2018
Remembering your great love story today and always.
March 9, 2018
I did not know Rita very long. She was a very sweet lady who played bingo at Brookdale. I bought a container for her knickels. It was like I gave her a million dollars. She sat across from me and I loved her.
Alice S.
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