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The family of Rita Jacqueline Ann Harder (nee van Gelder) uploaded a photo
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
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Whitney Chase posted a condolence
Thursday, March 16, 2017
To Grant and family, there are no words that can truly express what the loss of a parent means. My deepest condolences to you and your family in this time of mourning. I hope you find comfort in the memories you have and the stories you can share over the passing time.
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Michele Chabot posted a condolence
Thursday, March 16, 2017
Vince and I are shocked and saddened to hear of Rita's illness and passing. She was a very bright light in the Woodruff/Queen Mary community. Our sincere condolences to Dave, Grant and Perry.
Michele (and mother Joyce) Chabot and Vince Benvenuti
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Garry & Veronica Warden-Dykstra posted a condolence
Thursday, March 16, 2017
The van Gelder Family
I was so shocked to read this in the paper...unfortunately it was too late to attend visitation and express condolences personally
I remember her as a very fun, lively woman !..always smiling
Our deepest condolences to Dave and the families on this huge loss
Veronica & Garry Warden (Dykstra)
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Dorian + Associates pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Dear Dave,
our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. Trish & Dorian
D+A and the i4C
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Trisha Molokach and Dorian Anderson lit a candle
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
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We are so sorry for your loss, Trish & Dorian
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The Ciebien Family pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Rita will forever be held close in the hearts of our entire family.
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Ian Ransberry pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
In memory of a great lady
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Janice ,Victoria & Ian Ransberry posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
So sorry for the loss of your wonderful, vibrant,loving Rita. She is a bright light and will be missed.
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Donna Rocca pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
In memory of Rita Harder, in appreciation of the love and care given to her and her family.
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Rob and Chris Kimpinski lit a candle
Monday, March 13, 2017
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We wish to express our deepest condolences! We will fondly remember Rita from
our years of living on Queen Mary Dr. She was a warm, friendly and outgoing person
and will surely be missed.
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Brian, Rosanne Cheropita posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
Dave, Grant, Perry, and Meg
Our hearts are saddened to hear about Rita,
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. loves leaves a memory no one can steal..
She was an amazing wife, mother and friend, and we will always remember her smiling
face.
She will be truly missed by everyone that she came in contact with..
Your family now has a beautiful angel watching over that new baby on the way...
Roseanne and Brian
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Keith and Lois McDonald posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about Rita. Our condolences to you Dave and your Family. We loved Rita, she always had a beautiful smile and so friendly and happy. We think of you and your family and pray that the beautiful memories of Rita are a comfort to you all. May God Bless and Comfort You.
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Aggie and Rick Downes posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. Her warmth and wonderful sense of humor
will be remembered. In our thoughts and prayers.
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Heather Dailey posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
Dear Harder Family,
This news is such a shock, I want you to know I'm thinking about all of you and remembering Rita and the endless kind, loving qualities she had.
As a family, you're all so welcoming and I have so many fond memories of you from our high school years.
Although I haven't seen Rita since, her smile, enthusiasm and the excitement she brought to any conversation will never be forgotten. Rita made everyone feel like part of the family.
I'm sending love all the way from Australia.
Love Heather
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Lisa Ling lit a candle
Monday, March 13, 2017
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Lori Teather, Dale Romagnoli posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
We were both so sorry to hear of Rita's passing...
I have many many memories of going to Smith's cottage and Rita was often included in our bunch of friends. She was always so much fun and up for all our antics!
It was truly a pleasure calling her a friend.
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Scott & Geri Raven pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
We're sure Rita left a mark on your hearts, and a laugh on your lips. A good life to remember her by
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Bruce and Sue Tallon posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
Dear Dave, Grant and Meghan, and Perry
We are extremely saddened to hear about your loss of Rita. She had a way of making one feel so special; always greeting us with the biggest hug and kiss ever. She was a ton of fun and we will miss her spiritedness. She was such a proud Mom!
R.I.P Rita
Bruce and Sue xo
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Jennifer Hayes, Dean Wakil & Sydney Hayes-Wakil lit a candle
Monday, March 13, 2017
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Remembering the joy and love you brought to everyone around you. How grateful we are to have known you. How deeply we miss you.
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Clayton Ashdown pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Harder family.
Clayton, Michelle and Taylor
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Patricia Gander pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
In memory of Rita Harder
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Trish and Mike Gander posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
Dave, Grant, Perry; our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss of a very special wife, mom and soon to be Grandma. I will always remember her beautiful smile and kind, gentle soul. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Cheryl White pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
Thoughts and prayers with David, Grant and Perry. Rita was a kind and generous person.
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Catherine Harper and Catharina Verbaan pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
Comfort and peace be with you. Rita has been in our hearts and thoughts. May she rest in peace.
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Joe Pansino pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Monday, March 13, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Harder family on behalf of Economical Insurance.
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Tim Siemens posted a condolence
Monday, March 13, 2017
On behalf of the Pleasant Manor and Tabor Manor community, we express our most sincerest sympathy on Rita's passing.
Tim Siemens
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Mary Anne lit a candle
Sunday, March 12, 2017
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Always in my heart.
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Mary Anne & Gary Walton posted a condolence
Sunday, March 12, 2017
I had the privilege of being Rita’s partner at Hospice, she was always smiling, always helpful and such a great friend. Our deepest condolences to Dave, Grant & Meghan and her soon to be grandchild, Perry and her Mom Nell. She will be truly missed.
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Marilyn Bodogh uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, March 12, 2017
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And, that was our EVL SISTER ...lovely Rita! We will miss you our dear friend. Love Terri, Kate and Marilyn
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Bruna Louden pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Sunday, March 12, 2017
Dave, Grant + Perry
Very sorry+saddened by Rita's passing.A kind, generous person who will be missed
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Donald,victoria and Aspen Ziraldo lit a candle
Sunday, March 12, 2017
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John Theisen posted a condolence
Sunday, March 12, 2017
So very sorry to hear this news. I know it has been a struggle for some time now. My thoughts and prayers are with the Harder family.
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Laurie and John Nadeau posted a condolence
Sunday, March 12, 2017
So sorry David to you and your family.....we are in shock. Rita will be missed. xoxo
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JIim and Elizabeth Church posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
The Van Gelder Family: We were so sorry to read in the paper about Rita. Way to young to be taken from family and friends. Remembering Nell and Richard from the days at Vineland IGA. Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss. She will be missed.
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Cliff and Carolyn Odell posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
We were sorry to hear such sad news. Just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
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Suzanne lit a candle
Saturday, March 11, 2017
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Forever in my heart.
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Diane Kiser purchased flowers
Saturday, March 11, 2017
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Ruth Puhach uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, March 11, 2017
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Helping us celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. With Patrick from Hospice Niagara. Will treasure the memories.
Bob & Ruth Puhach
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Darla Zacharchuk lit a candle
Saturday, March 11, 2017
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Darla Zacharchuk posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Dave and family I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rita was a wonderful woman and will be missed by everyone touched by her gentle spirit.
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Perry Harder lit a candle
Saturday, March 11, 2017
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I love and miss you very much.
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Brian and Wendy Funk posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Dave and family, We are so saddened at the news of Rita's recent life battle and passing. Its hard to comprehend how someone with so much life is no longer here. May you feel the comfort and peace God promises us in our sorrows and grieving. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Marilyn Lee-Hannah posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
So very very sad and sorry for you all...Dave, Grant and Perry. Rita was a second mother to Tommy and always so thoughtful and caring to include him on your family jaunts. I know you all will miss her tremendously....thinking of you.
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Adriana Tomie pledged to donate to Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit - Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Our sincere condolences to all the family from afar.Catherine Verbaan, Larry, Adriana and Erin Tomie
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Gail sabourin posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Dave,
Rita was such a warm, outgoing lady. She made us all feel like she knew us for years. I'm so glad we got to see her laughing and having fun at the Christmas party.
My condolences to you and your family.
Gail Sabourin
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Ilona Schreijnders posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Our sincere condolences to you all. Across the miles our thoughts are with you.
Love Marc & Ilona
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John Fortunato posted a condolence
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Dave
May God Bless Rita and give you and your family strength through this time. Rita will be in my prayers.
John
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Mike Moyer posted a condolence
Friday, March 10, 2017
As a teen I worked with Rita at the local grocery store. She was so kind to us younger stock boys. Later I knew her though her working for my dad ( Commercial Photo Copy). In recent years it was as a good friend of my current employer. Through out the years she has always been a bubbly outgoing person. My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends who will miss this special person.
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Jennifer Patrick,Ava Phelan posted a condolence
Friday, March 10, 2017
We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Please accept our sincere condolences.
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Lynn and John Mytroen posted a condolence
Friday, March 10, 2017
Rita will be so missed. I cherish the times we had together. Our condolences go out to Dave, Perry, Grant and Meg. I am so sorry she will not be there for the birth of her grandchild; she was so excited to become a grandmother.
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