Marita (Mardi) was born in Toronto, Ontario on June 29, 1925, and was 'Promoted to Glory' in Calgary, Alberta on June 27, 2016. Mardi was predeceased by her husband, Robert Murray Rea (1995), and her son, Donald Murray Rea (2004). She is survived by her children, Debbie (Ross) Ward, David Rea, and their families. As Mom requested, a small graveside service was held at Queen’s Park Cemetery, Calgary. Memorial donations may be made directly to the Alzheimer's Society of Alberta, Mayfair Place, 303 - 6707 Elbow Drive S.W., Calgary, AB. T2V OE5, or to a charity of your choice. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca.