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WINTER, Rita Mary

Born Thursday November 26, 1931. Passed away Thursday March 02, 2023.


Passed away peacefully at Anam Cara House.
Loved Mother of Patricia and Grandmother of Jacqueline and Gemma.

Loving you today, tomorrow and always xxx

Funeral notice


Service

Thursday March 09, 2023

Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mrs. Rita Mary Winter will be offered at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Gellibrand Street, Colac on Thursday, March 9, 2023 commencing at 11am.

In accordance with family wishes, a private interment will be held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Anam Cara House. Envelopes will be available at the Church.

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  1. To Trish,
    Very sad to see that your mum has passed away.
    Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
    A kind, gentle lady.

    Gail & Mark Cummings

    Gail & Mark Cummings

    April 05, 2023 9:52 pm

  2. Our sympathy Patricia, Jacqueline, Gemma on the loss of your beautiful Mum and Grandmother.

    A lovely lady and great faith.

    Love Joan and Matt

    Joan Ryan

    March 16, 2023 10:58 am

  3. Our sympathy to the family of Rita.Condolences to the Carew sisters on the loss of Rita.Fondly remembered.Lorraine and John Bennett. 🌹🌹

    Lorraine Bennett

    March 08, 2023 11:58 pm

  4. Deepest sympathy to Brenda and extended Carew Families thinking of you all at this sad time

    Joan Lawrence And Family

    March 08, 2023 2:51 pm

  5. I had the utmost of privileges to capture a snippet of the beautiful Rita with her girls during a professional photography session. She was delightful in every way. She oozed grace and poise. The love she clearly felt for her ladies was evident through her gentle touch, her divine smile and the way she locked eyes with each of them repeatedly. Rita’s presence and her connection to her family made the hairs on my arms rise and prompt me to reflect on the genuine beauty of her role as mother and grandmother. To Jacq, Trish and Gemma, you have been in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of your precious Rita. May she now rest gently and live on forever in your hearts and minds and through the way you each choose to conduct yourselves. Her love and light will continue on within all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her. My hand is resting gently on your shoulders in spirit.

    Jo O’Kelly (née Lettieri)

    March 08, 2023 7:12 am

  6. Dear Rita
    farewell to a very special lady. They don't make too many like you anymore Rita , and the world is a lesser place for that loss. It has been an honour and a privilege to be a part of your life , even though it was only the later part. I'm going to miss you......
    Bill Gibbins

    Bill Gibbins

    March 07, 2023 10:00 pm

  7. Deepest sympathy Trish, Gemma and Jacqueline on the loss of your beloved mum and grandmother. A gracious and lovely lady who always had a kind word and a gentle smile for all.
    Sending love to you,
    Libby

    Elizabeth Ryan

    March 07, 2023 7:11 pm

  8. In one’s lifetime we get to meet just a few remarkable people who greatly impact our lives. Rita was definitely one for me.
    So saddened to hear of Rita’s passing.
    Will greatly miss our regular chats.
    Such a wonderful lady.
    Rita was such a strong advocate for “Lest We Forget”.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with Trish, Gemma, Jaqueline and the Carew family.
    Chris and Maree Smith.
    Ps Rita I will get to the Jericho Cup - eventually.

    Chris Smith

    March 06, 2023 10:29 pm

  9. Condolences to Patricia, Jacqueline, Gemma and the Carew family on the death of Rita.

    Christine, Genevieve, Paul, Leo, Andrea and Adrian Hammett.

    Christine Hammett

    March 06, 2023 8:01 pm

  10. Aunty Rita, we shared the same Birthday for 70 years and that was great. To Patricia, Gemma and Jacqueline our Deepest Sympathies.
    Remembering special times, holidays at Darraweit Guim and at Colac. And all those wonderful Australia Day Celebrations. Never leaving your home without something from your garden.
    Lovely Memories, Maureen, Brian, Jay and Damian Johnston.

    Maureen Johnston

    March 06, 2023 8:01 pm

  11. Deepest sympathy to Ruth's family. A wonderful lady and caring neighbour. Rip Rita you will be sadly missed.

    Judy and Noel Swayn

    Judy Swayn

    March 06, 2023 7:20 pm

  12. So sorry on the loss of your Mother and Grandmother, Rita. A beautiful soul that will not be forgotten. Now an angel to watch over you.
    Sending love and prayers during this difficult time.
    From Zach, Louise and Freddie Wilson xx

    Louise Wilson

    March 06, 2023 6:49 pm

  13. Our thoughts are with you all on the sad loss of Rita. A great neighbour and friend in Clifton Springs, then here in Colac.
    Thinking of you Patricia, and girls.
    RIP Rita.

    Marie &Arthur White

    March 06, 2023 6:07 pm

  14. Deepest condolences to Trish and girls on the passing of your mum and grandmother. Rita was a very caring lady. We are thinking of you all. Peter ,Donna,Jimmy and Harmony. May she rest in peace

    Donna Rice

    March 06, 2023 3:49 pm

  15. Deepest Sympathy Patricia & Girls on the passing of your Mum & Grandmother. She Loved her Horse Racing and we will miss her. Rest in Peace. Tim & Dianne Ryan.

    Tim Ryan

    March 06, 2023 1:32 pm

  16. Deepest condolences to Trish ,Gemm and Jacqueline on the passing of Rita. Thank you Rita for your prays and kindness .May she rest in peace .
    Peter and Donna Rice

    Donna Rice

    March 06, 2023 1:26 pm

  17. My condolences to you, Patricia, Jacqueline, and Gemma on the loss a beautiful mum
    Thinking of you at this very sad time
    Go forth now Rita, your work on earth is done.
    Rest in peace
    Colleen OShannassy

    Colleen OShannassy

    March 06, 2023 10:32 am

  18. Deepest sympathy to Trish, Gemma & Jacqueline on the passing of Rita.
    Such a caring and generous woman who was always up for a few extra visitors when we were living at Campbell St!
    Rita has been a very welcome visitor at St Brendan's recently too, always creating things for the students and sharing a love of the Melbourne Cup. We were very blessed to have her in our school community! Unmatched kindness.
    She will be so greatly missed & we are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
    Lots of Love Gracesyn & The Perrett's xx

    Gracesyn Watts

    March 06, 2023 10:00 am

  19. Always in my prayers,Thank you for all the prayers we and rosaries 📿 we said together with others at your prayer groups over the years our chats and sometimes deep talks. I do not weep for I know your in heaven, you are now in harmony with your loved ones , will miss our talks . Patrick harrison

    Patrick Harrison

    March 06, 2023 9:11 am

  20. Sad to hear of your loss, Thoughts and sympathy to you and your girls Trish. Judy Jackson,

    Judy Jackson

    March 05, 2023 11:27 pm