Southers, Rita Anna, 80, of Miramar passed away Sunday, May 3. She is survived by 3 children; Larry Southers, Toni, Eileen Bragg, Dave, Carol Rodriguez, Michael, 1 brother, Jack Kiernan, 3 sisters, Patricia Duffie, Kenneth, Annamae Garb, Gene, Kathleen Kiernan, 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Friends may visit from 6-9 PM, Tuesday at Boyd’s University Dr. Chapel. There will be a Tributes of a Lifetime 7:30 PM, Tuesday at the funeral home. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM, Wednesday, May. 6, at Lauderdale Memorial Park.
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Diane Roberts (Miramar FL US)
May 4, 2009, 12:00 am
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family during these difficult times. Rita was a special lady,friend, mother, grandmother,great grandmother, gg grandmother and sister…but she was also a true Miami Dolphin’s fan! You can be sure that Rita will be watching the game from above now with a front row seat at the 50 yard line!
Sincerely, Diane and Daryl Roberts
Mr.& Mrs. Smith (plantation FL US)
May 4, 2009, 12:00 am
To the entire Southers family: Rita was a lovely, warm and friendly person. She will be missed by all who knew her, may she remain in our hearts and memories, our deepest sympathy, Gary and Denise Smith
Robin Southers (Pembroke Pines FL US)
May 5, 2009, 12:00 am
Gram, the memories you created will remain forever… the love you shared with us will last a lifetime… Miss you so much.. Love ya bunches!!
Paula Coley (Port Saint Lucie, FL FL US)
May 5, 2009, 12:00 am
To Gram’s beloved family;
Our very deepest sympathies on the loss of of such a special lady. I am so very sorry that we could not be with you today. While words are totally inadequate at a time such as this, everyone who knew Gram was truly blessed to have been a part of her life. Her love of family & friends was unconditional & her love of life was infectious. May you each find comfort in the very special memories that you hold in your heart. These memories were made with love and will remain in your hearts forever. An angel on earth, Gram is now looking down upon each of you from the gardens of Heaven as your special guardian angel. You each made Gram very proud in life & you will continue to do so each day as you keep her memory alive. Embrace the love that Gram shared with each of you & find comfort in knowing Gram is at peace. Another beautiful, briht shining star has lightened our sky! Love and God bless, always. Paula, Ralph & family
Elaine Murphy (Davie FL US)
May 10, 2009, 12:00 am
Memories of Rita is that she loved all her Family very much. Her other love Football & Baseball. Now she is with her Family that are in Heaven. You are missed my Friend, as I recall the things we did & places we went thru the years. Love to a Good Friend. Elaine