Mrs. Rita M. Sarade's Obituary
Mrs. Rita Marie Sarade, age 61, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017. Rita was born on June 8, 1956 in Muskegon to Ralph and Doris (Hallstrand) Warner. A lifelong resident of the area, Rita married Michael Sarade on May 22, 1976 in Muskegon and he preceded her death on November 13, 2014. Rita was an active member of the MS Foundation as well as the Association for the Blind. She was a lover of cats and always enjoyed listening to Barry Manilow. Rita will be deeply missed by her children, Joseph Michael Sarade, Patricia (Paul Garzelloni) Sarade, and Katherine (Joshiwa) Farmer; siblings, Roger (Linda) Warner and Jeanne (Chris) Montana; 4 nieces; a nephew; one grandniece; and one grandnephew. Along with her husband, Mike, Rita was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Joanne Marie; and parents, Ralph and Doris. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 AM Tuesday, September 19 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (150 E. Summit Ave) with Rev. Father Antony Britto presiding. Visitation with the family will be from 6-8 PM Monday, September 18 at The Walburn Chapel, 1547 W. Sherman Blvd. 231-759-8565 with the Rosary prayed at 6 PM and 1 hour prior to the service at church. Memorials contributions may be made to the Muskegon Area Association for the Blind and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Please visit the family’s online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
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