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OBITUARY

Rita Brunke

17 June, 1929 – 12 May, 2026
IN THE CARE OF

Collins Clarke MacGillivray White Funeral Homes

With heavy hearts we share the passing of our mother Rita Brunke at the age of 96 years. Daughter of the late William Brunke and Mary Nelligan.

Predeceased by her husband Edward French and sons Kevin and Eddy. Partner of the late Ralph Eppler.

Beloved mother of daughters Gail, Sandra and Nancy.

Cherished grandmother of Jason, Melissa, Lisa-Marie, Chris, Adam, Sarah, Kelly and Jesse and greatgrandchildren.

Dear sister of Dougie.

Predeceased by siblings Frank, Gordon, Ronald, Doreen and Barbara-Ann.

Rita will be missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.

Rita also fostered many children in her lifetime.

She was the heart of every gathering. She loved to sing and dance for everyone.

Her memory will live on in the countless lives she touched.

The family would like to thank the staff at Grace Dart Residence for their tremendous care to our Mom over the last year.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

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