RITA E. NADEAU (McCAFFREY), age 74, passed away on February 12, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born and raised in Rhode Island and was a previous resident of Texas. Rita was the first daughter of the late Francis and Edith McCaffrey; beloved wife of Richard Nadeau for 33 years; loving mother to Jeffrey (Myriam) Ahrendt of Bay Village, Ohio; Scott (Dawn) Ahrendt of St. Johns, Florida, and Randy Ahrendt of Warwick, Rhode Island. She was the adoring grandmother of Ana, John, Daniel, Maria and Matthew. Rita is also survived by her sister Kathy (Raymond) Higby; nieces Jodie, Deanna, and Kerri; and cherished great nieces and great nephews. She was also blessed with unconditional girlfriends who accompanied her throughout her life. Rita was proud of her Irish heritage and had a generous spirit; she gave with love and with her whole heart. She remembered everyone’s birthdays and loved to tell stories of her boys getting into mischief, and the silly memories they shared. From a very early age, Rita loved to read and to spend time at the library. She loved the color purple, birds, and butterflies. Her laughter and tenderness will be missed every day by those who love her. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a service celebrating her life will be scheduled in the future.
Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL (904) 288-0025.
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