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Rita M. Fetterman, 102

May 24, 2017

Rita M. Fetterman, 102, formerly of 707 N. Pine St, passed away on May 24, 2017 at ManorCare of Lancaster. Born in Shamokin, PA, she was the daughter of the late John & Madelena (Leonard) Little. Rita was the wife to the late Louis F. Fetterman who died in February 1995.
Rita loved to baby sit the children for Catholic Charities. She volunteered and helped with funeral luncheons and cafeteria school lunches for Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Rita also enjoyed playing bingo, pinnacle and going through word find books.
Surviving are three children: Rita Marie Keenen, wife of the late James P., JoAnn Kelley, wife of the late George L., and Fred Fetterman, husband of Sue. Rita was the proud grandmother of six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, nine great-great-grandchildren and a step-great-grandson. The last of her immediate family, she was one of twelve children.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 558 W. Walnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603 with Rev. Michael Messner as Celebrant. A viewing will take place from 10-11 AM at the church. Rita will be laid to rest at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Contributions may be made to Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation and thanks to the staff of ManorCare for the care and compassion they shared for Rita.

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May 30, 2017

How I loved Rita!!! Everyone on Pine Street loved and respected her. When I moved on Pine in 2001 I was so pleased to meet Rita as my neighbor. Though she didn’t sit out on the porch and yak, we had many private conversations. When I worked long hours and no energy she would give me a call to come over for rice pudding she made for my son and me. “Freddie” would come over and mow and clip and it was a treat to watch them tease each other and laugh and of course they would pull me into the laughter. She had hard candies to share and always such a quick wit. I felt a little closer because we both came from the ‘North’, she from Shamokin, and I from Tunkhannock. She was my ‘rock’!! A smart woman with a twinkle in her eyes, a love for her family, and a deep love for God. I was Blessed when I asked God to please place me where he wanted me that he put me next to Rita on the 700 block on North Pine Street. Love to Freddie and Rita!!!!!Judy

May 28, 2017

Dear Rita, Fred, Sue and Joanne,
What a great life Rita had with her family. The memories we have from N Pine St growing up will always be with us. Sending our prayers and sympathy to the family.
Love,
Kathy & John Helm

May 28, 2017

Rita, So sorry to read of your mom’s death. I remember her well, remember going to your house, and remember you, especally. God Bless you and your family.
Barbara Ranck Neral
Altoona, PA

Visitation: Tuesday, May 30, 2017; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church; 558 W. Walnut St; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Tuesday, May 30, 2017; 11:00 AM; Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church; 558 W. Walnut St; Lancaster, PA
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