Rita Marie Arsenault (née Bisson)

Predeceased by her beloved husband of 47 years, Paul Arsenault (2008); parents Gonzague and Flore (née Goulet) Bisson; and her siblings, brother Richard Bisson, sister Yvonne Bisson (late Fernand Bourdeau) and her sister Marie Bisson (Richard Matte). She is survived by her dear children Simone Arsenault (Jim Lounsbery) and Donald Arsenault; her cherished grandchildren, Malcolm Lounsbery, Alysia Lounsbery and Cassandra Lounsbery; her siblings, Ernest Bisson (Thérèse Racine), Régina Bisson (late Rhéo Bourdeau), Cécile Bisson (Ovide St-Pierre), Thérèse Bisson (Claude Legault) and André Bisson; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Born in 1933, in the rural town of Marionville, Ontario, Rita grew up on the family farm and became a tireless worker, along with her siblings, taking care of animals and chores. In her twenties, after marrying Paul, she moved to Hamilton, Ontario, and soon began a family, taking her love of children, gardening and cooking, making and mending clothes, and a can do spirit with her, she became a fabulous homemaker. Working for a local Woolworth’s department store, she soon became an asset with her ability to predict which clothes would sell. She began her own house cleaning service with public transit as her only transportation. Her final occupation was as a bookkeeper for the family run gas station. She was a volunteer for the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal as a canvaser and later became a canvaser coordinator. Her commitment to family and her compassion and empathy for those in need whether family, friends and even strangers were shining examples to all that knew her.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the nurses, PSWs and front line workers at Albright Manor Long Term Care Home. Your care and compassion throughout the many years in often very challenging times has been nothing short of inspiring. Thank you.

Family and friends will be welcomed to CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, 322 Fennell Avenue E. Hamilton, Ontario L9A 1T2 on Saturday, March 30th, 2024, for visitation between 10-12 noon, with a memorial service at 12:00 pm followed by a luncheon reception. The link for livestreaming is available via; https://funeraweb.tv/diffusions/87825

Donations may be made to The Albright Foundation, The Alzheimer’s Society, The Salvation Army or a charity of your choice. Online condolences available at cresmountfennellchapel.com