Rita Doris Sawyer (24 Jul 1935 - 1 Jun 2019)

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Location
St Peter and St Mary's Church Stowmarket IP14 1ES
Date
14th Jun 2019
Time
1pm
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Rita Doris Sawyer, age 83, of Stowmarket, Suffolk passed away peacefully on Saturday 1st June 2019, surrounded by her immediate family. After bravely battling major health issues, she is now at rest.

Rita was married to Ron in 1956; they were devoted to each other, were blessed to have three children, Rebecca, Paul and Carolyn and two grandchildren who she adored, Joshua and Ria. Rita’s greatest pleasure was being surrounded by family and friends, especially children and loved nothing more than having an open house where she could welcome everyone.

Rita was born in Hackney, London on 24th July 1935. The war years proved challenging but were made easier by the strength and love she received from her mum and two brothers, Gerald and Peter. After the war Rita spent her years growing up in East London.

She met Ron in, of all places, an open air swimming pool; their first date was Ron picking her up on his motorbike. After getting married they set up home in Ilford, Essex, taking her mum along to live with them. Rita spent her years loving and nurturing her children, helping them grow and develop into adulthood.

She also spent many years supporting Ron with his business, proving to be his rock not only emotionally, but also in work.

In her latter years Rita moved to Suffolk to live with Carolyn and the two of them, along with Ria, had six wonderful years living together sharing many happy times and making many precious memories.

The funeral will be held on Friday 14th June, 1:00pm at St.Peter and St. Mary’s Church, Church Walk, Stowmarket, IP14 1ET. This will be followed by burial at Stowmarket New Cemetery, Violet Hill Road; then a gathering at The Shepherd and Dog, Lower Road, Onehouse, Stowmarket, IP14 3BX.

ALL WELCOME

The family preference is flowers (Rita loved flowers) but donations to a charity of your choice in lieu would, of course be welcome.

Carolyn Sawyer-Fergusson posted a picture
Precious memories, indeed, Gilly. Thank you. xx

Precious memories, indeed, Gilly. Thank you. xx

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Emma Brown wrote

Dearest Auntie Rita.

I feel so blessed having met such a beautiful Lady, you truly are an Angel and today I’m honoured to say farewell until we meet again. As you get your shining wings You will feel so much love from the hearts you have touched.

Forever in our hearts 💕 God Bless 🙏
Emma & Tilly xXxXx

Ps Enjoy as much butter on your toast 😘

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Search in your heart, and you will find, I am no more than a step behind. I walk with you, but you don't see, yet in your heart you'll know it's me.

Search in your heart, and you will find, I am no more than a step behind. I walk with you, but you don't see, yet in your heart you'll know it's me.

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Jane , Rod , Laura and Sammy Squirrell wrote

Carolyn , Ria and family

We are all thinking about you at this incredibly sad and difficult time .
Rita was a wonderful lady , with such a great sense of humour and a heart of gold . I shared many laughs with her which I will always cherish.
May all your memories you have deep inside your hearts comfort you and make you smile .
Rest in peace beautiful lady
Xx


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RIA FERGUSSON posted a picture
Of course not Ria, I'd never push you in the pool! - Nan 2012 ~ Now it's Ron's turn again to goof around with you in a pool somewhere up there, just like you did when you first met xx

Of course not Ria, I'd never push you in the pool! - Nan 2012 ~ Now it's Ron's turn again to goof around with you in a pool somewhere up there, just like you did when you first met xx

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2012 - a year of colossal laughter, making gloop and chasing you with it, dressing you up in all my jewellery, stealing your mobility scooter at Yarmouth for the umpteenth time, and most importantly, LOVE - this is the way I'll remember you x

2012 - a year of colossal laughter, making gloop and chasing you with it, dressing you up in all my jewellery, stealing your mobility scooter at Yarmouth for the umpteenth time, and most importantly, LOVE - this is the way I'll remember you x

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Soo many happy childhood memories. You introduced me to the classics of Little Women, Mary Poppins. Thank you for making me feel loved and special. Which you carried on to my children. Will miss your hugs and most of all your laugh. Xxxx

Soo many happy childhood memories. You introduced me to the classics of Little Women, Mary Poppins. Thank you for making me feel loved and special. Which you carried on to my children. Will miss your hugs and most of all your laugh. Xxxx

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My precious mum, thank you for every moment we shared;  living with you was perfect; caring for you was a privilege.  We laughed at everything, cried together, shared our inmost thoughts, and loved each other so much.  I am so grateful for you xxxx

My precious mum, thank you for every moment we shared; living with you was perfect; caring for you was a privilege. We laughed at everything, cried together, shared our inmost thoughts, and loved each other so much. I am so grateful for you xxxx

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My precious mum.  I am so grateful for every moment we shared; living together was perfect and looking after you was a privilege.  We laughed all the time, seeing the funny side of everything.   You were my friend, confidant and my wonderful mum xxxx

My precious mum. I am so grateful for every moment we shared; living together was perfect and looking after you was a privilege. We laughed all the time, seeing the funny side of everything. You were my friend, confidant and my wonderful mum xxxx

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Reeves, Fiona & Elliott Watson wrote

In memory of our dearest Auntie Rita, May you rest in peace reunited with Uncle Ronnie and back causing mischief with Pete & Carole, love always ❤️❤️❤️Xxxx

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Sue Jones wrote

"There are some who bring a light so great to the world, that even after they have gone, the light remains". God bless Rita, I'll miss you dearly, rest in peace my love. XXX

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  • This is so lovely, thank you Sue xxx

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Helen Hart wrote

Dearest Carolyn
So sorry to hear the sad news of your mum Rita. She was an amazing lady, a lovely smile, a fellow Londoner like me and a great character at the local Slimming World group. I shall miss her terribly and will think of her always, living forever in my heart.
I'm sorry that I can't be there at the funeral on 14th June but I shall be thinking of you all and be there in spirit - RIP Rita 😢😔💕
Sending you lots of love, hugs, deepest condolences and sympathies to you and your family at this very difficult time from your dear friend Helen 😔 xxxx

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Nicola Sawyer wrote

Rita has been the most amazing Mother In-Law to me and a wonderful Grandmother to my children. She always showed me such love especially when I lost my own mother. I will always remember her with a smile and beautiful memories. I feel truly blessed to have felt her loving arms around me. Mum will be so greatly missed by all who have had the honour of knowing her but will be joyous in the knowledge that she is back in The arms of Ron. Gone from this world but never from our hearts.

May the angels carry you safely home mum.

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