Rita Mooney Sarro, 85, of Wallingford formerly of Durham passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the Skyview Center, Wallingford with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Mark C. Sarro. Rita was born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island on April 27, 1931; daughter of the late Samuel and Margaret Doris Mooney; had worked for Stop & Shop for many years retiring as a Deli-Manager; enjoyed her flower gardens, photography, cooking, baking, was a member of the Agape House of Norwalk and a parishioner of Notre Dame Church, Durham. Mother of Anne (Joseph) Sasso, Mark Sarro, Loretta (Donald) Sevas, Rita (John Esposito) Sarro and Wendy (Jack) Hendley. Sister of Mary (Robert) Reynolds and the late Margaret Saravo, Theresa Cagno, Frank, Sam, Charlie, Dottie and Joseph Mooney. Also survived by 13 loving grandchildren, 9 loving great-grandchildren, many greatly loved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to all the nurses and CNA’s at the Skyview Center for the extraordinary care and comfort they provided to their mother espcecially her personal attendants Margarita and Elizabeth.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue Monday morning at 10:30. Family and friends may call from 9:00 to 10:30 am. A Mass of Christian burial will follow in St. Barnabas Church at 11:00. Should friend’s desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929 or Our Lady of Grace Monastery, Race Hill Road, North Guilford, CT 06437.
There's a new star in the sky tonight…shine on beautiful woman..my life is better from knowing you……peace!!
Ann, Very sorry for the loss of mom ,it takes along time to heal ,at least you know she is in a beautiful place no more suffering.Mom is watching you from above,she will always be by your side and you will now feel her precence.Once again my prayers are with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful woman.
Anne, extending my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. God Bless you..
I am so sorry Anne, Mark, Loretta, Rita, Wendy! If there is anything I can do for any of you just ask! I have been told I give great hugs.
Your Mom will be greatly missed as will you all! I love the picture above. That is the way I remember her when I first came and will continue to remember her! You are all such a close family. If anything is needed by one you all come running. Wendy, I love your posts. The one about family and being loved and the Dove going to the clouds…it was your Mom floating toward Heaven.
I love you all and will never forget any of you! Including Chris and Cainen!
Wendy, I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories with your mom….please extend my sympathies to your boys <3.
I am so very sorry for your loss. The loss of a mom is very deep. Praying for you.
I'm so sorry to hear this news, Rita was a wonderful woman! She was blessed by her children who cared for her and loved her so much. My thoughts are with you all.
Rest in Peace
I'm very sorry for your loss, I have many fond memories of your mom and your family. I'm sure she is now at peace and with many that love her
I am so sorry for the passing of my beautiful Aunt. Not just the physical, but more so the inner beauty she held for all who knew her. Always a kind word, encouragement to keep true to my soul and to be a good person. She was so special. RIP Aunty, you are free of the pain and now with Uncle and God.
Tammy we are so sorry for your loss. We are always here if you need a friend.
Tammy- my condolences to you and your family. I know how much you loved your Grandma. May she Rest In Peace.
Love you.
So sorry Anne
My thoughts and Prayers are with you….. God Bless!!!!
Dear Rita and family, prayers and thoughts to you all through this difficult time. Xo