Rita M. Ferreira
June 1, 1947 - January 3, 2011

"Rita was an angel who took wonderful care of my father. I will always be grateful."

"Mom, I know this is really for other people to sign but I just want you to know how many great friends you have made over the years. I was overwhelmed at how many people you touched in your short lifetime. Everyone has been wonderful. I love you and I miss you so much already. You'll be in my heart forever. Love"

"How shocked we were when we saw Rita's obituary in the Daily News. Judy and I have the fondest memories of Rita from our early teens. She was a wonderful, caring, and loving person. She raised some fantastic children, one of whom I had the privilege of working with. I hope that everyone remembers the indelible mark she left on our lives. To know her and be her friend was a privilege."

"I just received word about Rita. I worked with Rita for a long time at NUWC. She helped me with lots of work that needed to be done and always did it with a smile. Her picture here is appropriate. That is how all should remember Rita laughing, smiling and talking about her pet pig"

"I am so sorry to hear about Rita's passing I worked with her at Brooks in Newport in the 60's. She was a great person, and I remember how she liked Elvis so well. LeolaWhisler"

"I am very sad to hear that Rita has passed away. We grew up together and she was a very nice lady."

"To know her was to love her...now a beautiful angel she will watch over you to guide you to heal you and give you strength to go on...we are here for you if you need a shoulder or to talk xoxo"

"i remember mrs. ferreira well her family lived next street over from mine she was good to me at times and was not afraid to tell me some of the things joey and i did were bone headed i have eaten her food slept in her home and as a parent of my best friend i have a lot of respect for her she is with god and i am sure she keeping a good watch over her family i am sorry i did not get to say good bye in person at my church we prayed,lit candles, and had her name read into the mass god bless jeffrey p kinsley savanna h kinsley and my parents ron and jeanne kinsley"

"Our hearts are saddened at Rita's passing. She was always there with a kind word of encouragement and a smile when I worked with her. You are all in our prayers."

"Our heart felt sympathy to Rita's Family, Neighbors & Friends. We have so many warm and fun memories of Rita, as she was a very special neighbor. We will miss her. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Bob, Tom, & Pat"

"Dear Debbie, Joey and Bobby, I was shocked and so saddened when I read of Rita's passing. Even though I hadn't seen Rita in a long time, I often thought about her and all the "fun" times we had at Brooks. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you."

"My prayers are with your family at this very sad time. Do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of any assistance. 864-7456 Dr. Christopher Ottiano State Senator Portsmouth/Bristol"

"Joey D., Pasqualie, Meatball and Debbie, Please accept my deepest sympathay for the passing of your sister and mother. I am still in shock after just reading of Rita's passing. I've always thought of Rita as my sister. We had some great times together growing up. Rita may be gone but she will always remain in my prays, thoughts and heart. Uncle Bobby"

"Just want to express my condolences for the loss of your mother. Although I hadn't seen her in a very long time I remember her fondly from my childhood and all the time we all spent together. May your memories keep you smiling and comforted in the coming days."

"To Rita's family and many friends, go my deepest and heartfelt sympathies. I was shocked when told of her sudden passing. I'm happy our group of old friends was able to get together last October for one of our always-memorable lunches. I'll think of Rita often for the many laughs and good times we all shared together. She will be missed. Though her chair will be empty, be sure to know we will keep her spirit alive. And Angels, move over. Heaven will never be the same."

"I was so blessed to see you in October. I am so thankful that we got to see each other after all these years. You will always have a special place in my heart. God Bless."

"I was so blessed to see you in October. I am so thankful that we got to see it other after all these years. You will always have a special place in my heart. God Bless."

"You will be sadly missed. My prayers are with your children and family. I will always remember all the great memories we had bringing up our children. You will be my friend forever."

"Dear Debbie, Our sincere sympathy and prayers are with you and your children. We all loved her and will miss her. Rita was a Friend, a Mom, and Grandma Rita to each of us. With our love, Gaye, Pat, Casey and Collin"

"Bob, Joe & Debbie, Francesca and I had hoped that one day we would be able to met RIta, but we were never able to make that connection-and Francesca was so looking forward to meeting her grandma in R.I., as she use to put on every loving message that she sent. Im so very sorry for your loss of your mom, Francesca is devastated as well. I hope that we can keep in contact . With all our prayers to all of you- Love Francesca & Connie"

"Our deepest sympathy is extended to Rita's family at this sad time. Rita was a very special person. She always had a great sense of humor, and a beautiful smile. My memory of her will be the great time we just had at a Christmas party a couple of weeks ago. You will be missed. Rest in peace my friend. Joan & George"

"Dear Debbie, My love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a blessing it was for me to see your mom in October after so many years. Her smile lit up the room. She was such a lovely and caring woman, and my childhood was made special with her love. I hope your memories of your mom always bring a smile to your face and love to your heart...with much love Michele & Tom"

"To Rita's fsmily and friends: My condolences to you and my sincerest and heartfelt sorrow at Rita's passing. What a smile, what a person! The world loses a genuine lady."

"May God bless your dear mother on her journey to Heaven......She will always be with you.....!"

"Debbie & family, So, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. It was so nice to see her at "The Boathouse Reunion". Even though it was Andrew's first time meeting your mom, he will never forget her kind nature and hospitality. She was truly one of a kind. Her memories will truly live on! God bless! Carmen & Andrew Scott"

"Bobby - and family, Our thoughts and prayers are so much with you at this time. Your mother raised a gentleman and a very special person whom we really knows what a friend really means. God bless and keep you in his care. With our sincerest sympathy, John, Tina, "brother J" and Emily"

"I was shocked whenI read of Rita's passing, Rita and I have been friends for many many years! A more wonderful person would be hard to find, I will miss her! To Joey and all of Rita's family my condolences and prayers! Drew Anderson"

"I was also "taken back", by the passing of Rita. My thought's became quite "blank" for the moment and then realized it was a so. Kenny Bidlack consoled me of Rita's passing. A "wonderful women" she was, those "memories with her brother "Joe" and "Mrs. DeCotis @ Dennision St., in the early years. Often we would see each other, and speak of our childhoods. As one said previously, "her smile and blue eyes, "lite up the room around her". "Angel she was" !! To Joe, my old friend, and the family of Rita, I 'am "deeply saddened", we "all" have lost a "Wonderful Friend". Thoughts and Prayers be with you. Buzzie Riley"

"We will miss you Rita!!! I worked with Rita for many years at NUWC. I called her Skeeta Rita She always had a smile on her face and her beautiful blues eyes always shined. May all the wonderful memories you have of her always be in your heart."

"I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. RITA WAS A DEAR FRIEND OF MINE. RITA ALWAYS CAME TO VISIT ME AND LIFT MY SPIRITS. SHE WAS AN ANGEL! I WILL MISS HER DEARLY. SHE WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART.MY CONDOLENCES TO HER ENTIRE FAMILY. LOVE ALWAYS, JENNY E. BUCCI MULLAN"

"i can not think of a single soul who did not love rita. we were all blessed with her smile. we were all graced by the space she created for all of us in her heart. i think if more of us can reflect the character of rita, the world will be a far better place."

"Our sincere sympathy."

"Your Mom was a true friend with a heart of gold. You have captured her so well in the write up. I will always remember those blue eyes and wonderful smile. She will be missed by so many. Maureen M Sullivan"

"Bob, Joe and Family; So sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time."

"I cannot tell you how devastated I felt about Rita's passing. I have known Rita, Joey and Mrs "D" for many years and have many fine memories. Rita was one of 5 that got together for our lunches. We had many laughs about Rita's stories, especially the "Pig Stories". Rita had a quick whit and was devoted to her family. She will be greatly missed. May the memories you hold, help you through this time of grief."

"I am so very sorry to receive the news of Rita's passing. My heart felt condolences to her whole family. I worked with Joey and Rita. Rita and I became good friends over the years. God love and Bless her. May God comfort her family."

"Our condolences to all Rita's family, especially to Debbie and her family that we met often at Eastons beach, and to my friend and classmate, her brother Joe. Rita was a delight."

"Joe and family, i am so sorry for the loss of your mom..may your precious memories be a comfort to you at this sad time. God Bless, Hope"