Celebrating the life of
Rita Gavin Flannery
February 24, 1923 - October 03, 2012
Rita Gavin Flannery of Skidaway Island passed away on October 3, 2012 at home, attended by her husband of 63 years, John William Flannery.
Rita, born in Jersey City, NJ, was the youngest child of James and Margaret Sheedy Gavin. Rita graduated from St. Dominick's Academy in Jersey City. She lived in Livingston, Westfield, and Convent Station, NJ, before retiring to Savannah in 1985. In retirement, she was an avid golfer, an even more avid bridge player, and she worked with St. James Church to provide meals for the community.
Rita will be lovingly remembered by her son Mark Jeffrey Flannery and his wife Leslie Bram of Gainesville, Florida, and her daughter Gail Flannery Brunnet and her husband Robert of Lansdale, PA. She also leaves grandchildren, Michael and Katherine Flannery, Kristin Brunnet Kuntz Andrew, and Jennifer Brunnet Sakelarides Michael. Her four great-grandchildren Ashley and Kaitlyn Kuntz and Brett and Matthew Sakelarides – were the apples of her eye.
Rita was predeceased by her brother and his wife Edward and Margaret Gavin and her sister and her husband Doris and Frank Pezzolla.
A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, October 7, from 7-9 pm at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, 7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, with a Vigil Service at 7 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. James Catholic Church on Monday, October 8, at 2 pm.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Hospice Savannah Inc, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, Georgia 31416.
Dear John and family, We were so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. She was a very dear friend, and I will always remember our long talks in the pool at Oakridge, our golf days with the 9-holers, and how much she loved her family, especially you, John. You were very devoted to each other, and I hope God will give you comfort in knowing she is with the angels. God bless you and your family.
- Dominic and Gloria Molella, Savannah, GA
Over the years, I had several occasions to sit and chat with Rita when she visited Gail and her family here in Lansdale. Rita was always interested in knowing what was going on in my life, and never once put the spotlight on herself, so to speak. She was a gracious woman and carried herself with dignity. Peace be with the entire family, and with you in particular, Mr. Flannery, at this difficult time.
- Marji Burke, Lansdale, PA
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. No words help at this time but please know that you all will be in our hearts and prayers.
- Jim and Mary Ann Moore, Gainesville, FL
We are both very sorry for your loss.
- Richard & Margo Pettway, Gainesville,, FL
Mark and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
- Priscilla Kenney, Gainesville, FL
Dear John, We were very sorry to hear about Rita's passing.It was very obvious to all that you were very devoted to each other.You had many years of happiness and in this time of sorrow for you and your family may you remember them as you mourn your loss.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Dear John and family, We were so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. She was a very dear friend, and I will always remember our long talks in the pool at Oakridge, our golf days with the 9-holers, and how much she loved her family, especially you, John. You were very devoted to each other, and I hope God will give you comfort in knowing she is with the angels. God bless you and your family.
- Dominic and Gloria Molella, Savannah, GA
Over the years, I had several occasions to sit and chat with Rita when she visited Gail and her family here in Lansdale. Rita was always interested in knowing what was going on in my life, and never once put the spotlight on herself, so to speak. She was a gracious woman and carried herself with dignity. Peace be with the entire family, and with you in particular, Mr. Flannery, at this difficult time.
- Marji Burke, Lansdale, PA
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. No words help at this time but please know that you all will be in our hearts and prayers.
- Jim and Mary Ann Moore, Gainesville, FL
We are both very sorry for your loss.
- Richard & Margo Pettway, Gainesville,, FL
Mark and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
- Priscilla Kenney, Gainesville, FL
Dear John, We were very sorry to hear about Rita's passing.It was very obvious to all that you were very devoted to each other.You had many years of happiness and in this time of sorrow for you and your family may you remember them as you mourn your loss.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
