Predeceased by her mother and father (Luigi and Maria Trentin), brothers (Aurelio, Arcangelo, and Giuseppe), and sisters (Alice Teresina and Alice), Rita leaves behind her loving husband Mario of 50 years, three children Fabio, Sonya (Sean), and Nadia (Donnie), seven grandchildren (Gabriella, Olivia, Luca, Anna, Danielle, Lauren, and Ava), four siblings (Angela, Silvana, Egidio, and Lorenzo), and many friends and extended family members.
Rita arrived in Vancouver on July 31, 1968 to be with her sister, Angela, and start a new life for herself. She met her husband Mario, shortly after, and they were married on December 5, 1970 at St. Francis of Assisi Church in East Vancouver. They purchased a home nearby and, it is there where, together, they raised their three children, working tirelessly to support, guide, love, and provide for them.
A devoted mother and Nonna, Rita was more than happy to be the central figure in the lives of her children and grandchildren. Rita was known for her hard-working nature, warmth, kindness, selflessness, and generosity. When she wasn't busy trying to feed everyone, you could find her gardening, scratching lottery tickets, playing pranks, or spending time with her family. Rita was a voice of comfort. Her happiness came from seeing that others were at ease and enjoying themselves. She made sure that everyone around her knew they were appreciated and loved. Her love was unconditional, and her silly and goofy nature made everyone around her smile. She was a star in the eyes of her grandchildren, and that is all that ever mattered to her.
Nobody will ever replace such a beautiful and humble soul. We feel so fortunate to have loved and been loved by her. We can take solace in the fact that Rita is in heaven now, where her golden heart and hard-working hands are finally at rest.
Ti ameremo per sempre, Rita. Rimarrai per sempre nei nostri pensieri e nei nostri cuori.
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In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or Vancouver Children's Hospital.
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