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Rita M. MATHIEU

  • May 24, 1923 - January 9, 2012
  • Grafton, Massachusetts
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“Dear family of Rita I wanted to send my condolences I always thought Rita to be the sweetest lady. Can remember working with her at the Mart and have...Read More » ”
1 of 7 | Posted by: jackie - no.grafton, MA

“We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Rita. Know that we are praying for her and for you all during this very difficult time. May God bless...Read More » ”
2 of 7 | Posted by: Stephanie & Paul Houle - MA

“Dear Greg, Guy and family. We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a special lady and we will miss seeing her. She has her special place...Read More » ”
3 of 7 | Posted by: Elaine/Ray Boucher & fam. - MA

“I am so sorry to hear of our Rita's passing! I was part of a home bible study with Rita that Brenda Perry had. Rita was always a delight to have in...Read More » ”
4 of 7 | Posted by: Doug Hopkins - North Kingstown RI, MA

“Sincere sympathy and condolences for your loss. ”
5 of 7 | Posted by: Richard Belanger - West Boylston, MA

“Our thoughts are with you and your familiy at this time. Take care. ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Sue and Bruce Akerley - Sutton, MA

“My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. ”
7 of 7 | Posted by: Thomas F. Jenkins - Worcester, MA


Rita M. Mathieu, 88, of South Grafton passed away on Monday, January 9, at Beaumont Nursing Home in Northbridge surrounded by the family she cherished so much. Born in Grafton, she was the daughter of David A. and Yvonne M. (Richard) Desmarais and was a lifelong resident of Grafton and a member of Saint James Parish and its Women's Guild, the Daughters of Isabella. Her husband of 36 years, Jacques E. Mathieu Jr., died in 1979. She leaves four sons; Gary and his wife Mary of Sutton, Glenn and his wife Lisa of Centerville, Guy and his wife Patricia of Fort Myers Florida and Gregg and his wife Deborah of Centerville. She also leaves six grandchildren; Garrett, Andrew, Jake, Samantha, Mikayla and Lilly, and one great-grandchild, Haylie. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Roney Funeral Home, 152 Worcester Street North Grafton MA 01536. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint James Church, 89 Main Street, South Grafton MA 01560. Her family would like to thank the staff at Beaumont Nursing & Rehabilitation in Northbridge for the care, kindness and compassion they showed as they cared for Rita. FUNERAL MASS & BURIAL A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint James Church on Friday, January 13th at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in the Mausoleum at Notre Dame Cemetery in Worcester. Directions and an online condolence book to share memories of Rita are available at: www.RoneyFuneralHome.com