Born in Bronx, NY, she resided in Clark, NJ before coming to Lakewood in 1988. Rita was a member of the Sweet Adelines from 1965 to 2000.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, Louis F. Viggiano Sr., in 1985, she is survived by her sons Louis Viggiano and his wife Andrea of Toms River and Gordon Viggiano and his wife Jill of Oregon; and her sisters, Harriet Rowen, Florie Hausman and Carol Zielman. Rita is also survived by her loving grandchildren: Weeg, Amanda, Kate, Rachel and Tom.
A memorial service to celebrate Rita's life, will be held Saturday, February 26, 12:00 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River,1070 Hooper Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.andersonandcampbell.com. Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, Toms River. is in charge of arrangements.