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RITA ELLIOT
Born: Jan 08, 1924
Date of Passing: Feb 27, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRITA ELLIOT Rita (Lavallée) Elliot passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at the age of 89 years, surrounded by her family. Left to cherish Rita's memory are her daughters and family members; Noreen Elliot (Jeannette and Justin), Melody Plummer (Fred, Richelle, and Ryan), and Lori (Chad, Janna, and Kylah). She was predeceased by her husband Norman Elliot, her brother Laurie, and her two sons-in-law Brian and Jacques. Rita was born on January 8, 1924, in Headingley. After Normal School, Rita taught a total of 18 years in many small towns in Manitoba. She was passionate about educating children. She was a dedicated mother who inspired her daughters to fulfill their life ambitions. She adored time spent with all of her grandchildren. We will miss her zest for life, her sense of humour, her compassion for people, and her generous spirit. Thank you to the staff of Red River Valley Lodge in Morris and Dr. Fraser for their kindness and support over the years. The funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Maurice Catholic Church in Morris on Monday, March 4 at 1:00 p.m. with prayers and eulogy prior to mass at 12:30 p.m. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or a charity of your choice. Morris Funeral Home 204-746-2451 Toll Free 1-866-746-2451 www.morrisfuneralhome.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 02, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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As a high school friend of Rita's daughter Melody, I visited the Elliots' home on occasion and loved visits with Mrs. Elliot. I was so impressed by her love of reading and her large book collection, and I was so sorry to see her lively personality and intelligent mind lost to a terrible disease. Now, her suffering is over. I will remember her as a lovely, resourceful, resilient woman who raised three wonderful daughters. Help put an end to Alzheimer disease, in her memory! - Posted by: Barbara (Anderson) Shewchuk (Melody's high school freind) on: Apr 05, 2013
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My sincere condolences to you & your families. I just learned of Rita's passing from Pat. She was one of my favorite teachers and inspired me to become one, too. And, of course, she and my mom Linda were always good friends. May you have wonderful memories to comfort you! - Posted by: Marliene Lutz(Kerbrat) (Former student) on: Mar 10, 2013
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My sincere condolences to you & your families, Noreen, Melody & Lori. Just learned of your mom's passing from Pat on Friday. I, too, remember her as one of my great teachers and, of course she and my mom Linda were always great friends. May you have wonderful memories to sustain you! - Posted by: Marliene Lutz(Kerbrat) (Former student) on: Mar 10, 2013
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We're sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that we are thinking about you. - Posted by: Linda Gryte & Family (Daughter Lori's friends) on: Mar 05, 2013
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I remember Mrs. Elliot as a great teacher always inspiring us to greater ambitions. She was a wonderful woman. Sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Fran Schwitek (former student) on: Mar 02, 2013