Rita Aihara Elkin, 90 of La Mesa, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother left this earth on April 17, 2018. Rita is survived by her (2) daughters - Paulette and Lisa, (1) Son - Roscoe (deceased), (8) grandchildren, and (11) great grandchildren. Rita was a wonderful, strong willed woman, and to know her was to love her. She will be loved and cherished always by her family and friends.
Rita’s granddaughter (and namesake) has this special message to her Grandma…
“I have been told time again how lucky you were to have me, but the truth is, I am the lucky one. You helped make me the person I am today. You are the flowers to my lei…the world will never be the same without you. I will always keep your memory alive. Thank you!! I will always love you Grandma!”
Her services will be held at El Camino Memorial Park 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd. San Diego, CA 92121 at 11:00am on Friday May 4th, 2018.