Mrs. Rita Gerada

Obituary

In Loving Memory of Rita Gerada:

It is with great sadness that we announce that our dear Mother, Rita Gerada passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 89.

Rita is survived by her devoted children, Pat Gerada, Lorraine Gerada, Gloria McBride (David), John Gerada, and Frank Gerada. Predeceased by her dear husband, John Gerada, of 61 years and her son, Russel Gerada.

Our Mother leaves behind a legacy of love and gentle guidance for her grandchildren:  Andrea, Derek, Erica, Grant, Greg, Janessa, Jayme, Kristy, Laura and Paul and great-grandchildren, James, Lenny, Mason and Patrick.

She was much loved and is fondly remembered by her relatives in Australia and Canada.

We also want to thank the Staff and Residents at Baycrest who cared and loved our Mother.  The feeling was mutual.  A special thanks to Charity, who spent the last month sharing smiles and warmth with our mother at Baycrest.

A Celebration of her Life will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 10:00am-12:00pm, at Cardinal Funeral Home at 92 Annette St, Toronto.

         Rita's Funeral Mass will be livestreamed, here is the link:

          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRfHiWyGNhs.

        *Please note, the link will only go live an estimated five minutes before service time at 12:30pm.*

Rita will be forever cherished for her gentle spirit, unwavering love, and steadfast dedication to family.

May her soul find eternal peace.

     

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