Obituary of Rita Daley

Rita Daley Dominion We regret to announce the sudden passing of Rita Priscilla (Hill) Daley, 94, on January 25, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. She was the daughter of the late Margaret Ann (MacIntyre) Hill and Richard Hill. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter, her children, Pat and John, and all her siblings. She was the last surviving member of her family. Rita survived by her granddaughter, Sonya Boland (David) and great grandson Brycen, whom she lived with. She was also survived by granddaughter, Denielle Wong, (Spenser) Calgary, grandsons John-Michael Daley, New Waterford, Jason Daley, Dominion, and Jamie Lauzon, Cambridge; great grandchildren Aleigha, Tae, Ruby, Connor, and Jemma. She was also survived by best friends and family, including Andre, Dolly and Greg, Matt Shirley, Sonya Baird, Hubba and Joe, Ethel, Ellen, Charmaine, Priscilla, Alec, and lifelong friends, Francis and Jeanette. A special thank you to Dr. Azer who has been so wonderful to her over the years. Rita was a strong lady who always expected to live to 100. Even though she was 94, her passing wasn’t expected so soon. Never wait to tell people you love them, tell them when you get a chance. Rita was able to spend her entire life surrounded by people who loved her and who she loved. She enjoyed watching WWE and American Ninja Warrior with family. She loved EVERYTHING about Christmas. She looked forward to going on drives with Andre and David and she enjoyed going out with Ethel on weekends. She loved looking at pictures on Facebook when someone showed her. She enjoyed life and knew how much she was loved. She was able to remain living at home until the end and was cared for by her granddaughter Sonya. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass and Celebration of Life will be officiated by Fr. Dan Boudreau on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport. Internment in St. Eugene's Cemetery at a later date. Years ago prior to her passing, Rita request live, potted plants and in lieu of cut flowers so the plants can live on in her memory. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: tjtracey.com