It is with great sadness and yet fond memories that we announce the passing of Rita Margaret Novak nee O`Keefe on Friday, September 13, 2019 at the age of 76 years, 5 days shy of her 77th birthday. Proud and loving mother of David (Deborah), Teri (George Saadé) and Joseph. Cherished and proud grandmother of Jayhaed, Shanelle, Daniel, Jonathan and Nicholas. Dearest sister of the late Francis, the late Joseph, the late Edwin, the late Mary, Patricia, Helen, and Kevin. Caring Godmother of Sandra MacIntosh. Rita will be fondly remembered by her many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by her parents Daniel and Adelaide O`Keefe. Rita was a dedicated public servant for over 30 years and following her retirement she continued to assist. She will be remembered for her spirit and her spark. The Saadé family will receive relatives and friends at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home, 1411 Hunt Club Road (at Albion Road) on Friday, September 20, 2019 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm and on Saturday September 21, 2019 after 10 am, followed by a Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11 am. In memoriam donations to the Canadian Lung Association would be appreciated.