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Rita V Schaffer

Friday, December 11, 2020

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Friday

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Visitation

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Friday, December 18, 2020

Clark Associates Funeral Home

4 Woods Bridge Road

Katonah, New York, United States

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Saturday

December

Morning Visitation

8:45 am - 9:30 am

Saturday, December 19, 2020

Clark Associates Funeral Home

4 Woods Bridge Road

Katonah, New York, United States

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Saturday

December

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 am

Saturday, December 19, 2020

St. Mary of the Assumption RC Church

55 Valley Road

Katonah, New York, United States

914-232-3356

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Andy Chapman posted a condolence

Saturday, December 19, 2020

We and our community have lost someone special. Rita was an indefatigable example to us all. Talented singer, teacher, linguist, writer, scholar, wife, mother, friend and more; she was in constant motion touching so many lives along the way. Her generous spirit gives us all an example to which we might aspire to follow but would be challenged to equal. My wife, daughters and I will miss our meals and games and sharing with she and Barry. God bless.

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Steve and Nancy Sheridan posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Dear Barry, Douglas and Hayden, How do you say goodbye to someone who was been part of your families’ lives for nearly forty years? How do you say goodbye to someone who brightened every one of the days that you were able to spend with her? You do it with thanks, and you do it with gratitude. You do it with the hope and knowledge that you will meet again Thank you for sharing Rita with us and please know how much you and she are cherished. With Love, Nancy and Steve Sheridan

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

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John A. Rubino posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Barry...words cannot express our deep sorry for your tremendous loss - our deepest condolences to you and your family.

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Carol-Lee Kantor posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Dear Barry, Doug and Hayden, Our deepest heartfelt condolences. Rita was a kind and beautiful person with a heart of gold. We are grateful for all the wonderful memories we shared, the joyous occasions with family and friends. The planning of special events and parties, the music and the humor. We will always remember Rita’s kindness and warm hospitality, her gracious smile. May Rita’s Memory be forever a blessing. Love Always, Carol & Joe

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patricia markowski posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Dear Barry, Doug, & Hayden, Words cannot express the deep sorrow we feel at the loss of our longtime friend. Rita has been a large part of our lives for 34 years. We have enjoyed so many special moments together over those many years----singing with her, acting in plays, singing at our daughter's wedding, travel, several clubs, etc. We have pictures & fond memories of good times with Rita with our family. Rita was so proud of her family & we extend our hearts & condolences to you at this difficult time. All our love, Pat, Paul, Anne-Marie, Paul, Jr., Michael, Bridget, Ryan & Caileen

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Karen Williams posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

I am so grateful Hayden brought a "co-grandmother" into my life. Rita brought so much joy and happiness with her; I will miss her terribly. I am so thankful for the time spent with Rita. My deepest condolences to Barry, Doug and Hayden. Love, Karen

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Maelina and Patrizio planted a tree in memory of Rita Schaffer

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

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Rita, you were a remarkable human being and will be missed. Thank you for all the Italian lessons, laughs, dinners and doggie kisses. -Maelina F.

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Stephanie Rogers posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

I've never met anyone who gave as much pleasure by her mere presence as did Rita. Her vibe simply dispelled all negativity. She showed us how one behaves with dignity and compassion, with understanding and appreciation. She orchestrated the cacophony of our Pawling Shakespeare Club with the élan of a Toscanini, and she never said a word or took an action that wasn't kind. I will miss her terribly, and the greatest honor I can pay her is to try to live by her example. My deepest condolences to you, Barry, and to the rest of the family. You do not mourn alone. Stephanie Rogers

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Maryann Simmons posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

So many memories to share going back to Doug and Louie being kids and being together to going away with you and Barry and Dave and I. And to all our wacky adventures that you never said no to including the Gong Show with our families watching us! Rita you will always be Living Inside My Heart just as our song goes. You are meeting my Dad and you can talk to him about it. Dave and I will miss you terribly as will my family but we will all take good care of Barry, Doug and Hayden as We are Family! Lovingly , Maryann and Dave

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

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My adopted sister and my Sister in Song. There are no words to express why you were taken away too young! I have loved our friendship for over 30 years and all the antics you did with me! People referred to us also as Lucy and Ethel with me of course being the schemer and you the sidekick! Rita you were the most loving and kind person. How am I going to live without my Ethel! But I promise me and my family will be here to be family to yours !

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Linda Cote DeBoe posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Dear Barry and Family, The world is a little less sunny with Rita gone. We all have been friends for a long time. We all must go on. Love, Linda and John

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Vince Sottile posted a condolence

Monday, December 14, 2020

Dear Barry and Family, I was SHOCKED to hear of Rita's sudden death. Her license plate says it all ---SENORITA ---, She was a devoted teacher of Italian and Spanish as well as a superb president of the Pawling Shakespeare Club. Barry, Be strong and cherish the HAPPY MEMORIES. Sorrowfully, Vince Sottile

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Amy posted a condolence

Monday, December 14, 2020

Dear Barry & Family - This is so incredibly sad and devastating! I cannot even wrap my head around this - it seems so unreal! Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your whole family. Our deepest condolences. Amy & Hank Kornfeld Amy

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Margaret Hubert posted a condolence

Monday, December 14, 2020

Dear Barry and Family, I do not have words to express my feelings as to the loss of a dear Friend. Rita's smile lit up a room. Her enthusiasm, her exuberance, her sheer joy of working on a new project, made everyone want to jump in and help. She brought new life into our Shakespeare club, she will so very missed by all. My heart goes out to you and your family. Love Margaret

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Monday, December 14, 2020

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Susan Taylor posted a condolence

Monday, December 14, 2020

Dear Barry, Doug, Hayden, Our hearts are broken....Rita so loved by us all with her boundless energy and enthusiasm. Rita never met a stranger with her warm generous spirit sharing her home, and bringing all her friends together so they’d know one another. Always the teacher weather presiding over the Shakespeare Club, her Hearts group, tutoring her friends and students or teaching seniors Italian in Ridgefield. We have so many happy fun memories but some of our favorite times were our spur of the moment dinners, and just being together in each other’s homes often. We always celebrate birthdays, Christmas and Thanksgivings the day after. So comfortable, relaxed and tons of laughter.Kati and Caroline are devastated ....after all they chose you for godparents...during Kati’s graduation in Boston over our special dinner! The day we coined the phrase for our special bond of chosen family. The day we became Framily, We love you, Susan, Andy, Kati and Caroline

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Rita V Schaffer

Friday, December 11, 2020

Visitation

Morning Visitation

Mass of Christian Burial

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4 Woods Bridge Road | Katonah, New York 10536Phone: (914) 232-3033 | Fax: (914) 232-7896 | Email: info@clarkassociatesfuneralhome.com

4 Woods Bridge Road | Katonah, New York 10536
Phone: (914) 232-3033 | Fax: (914) 232-7896 | Email: info@clarkassociatesfuneralhome.com