November 2nd, 1945- April 14, 2019

Rita was born in Griquet to Sarah & William Bridger on November 2nd, 1945. She met the love of her life Ray Hedderson of Hay Cove and married on January 23, 1964. Together they had five children, two of which died as infants. Rita had many jobs but ended her career as a seamstress with Grenfell Handicrafts. She took great pride in sewing and spent most of her spare time doing the same. Her pride and joy were her six grandchildren. Rita’s house was always open and food was always prepared for her many invited guests. Rita was an active member of her church until no longer able to physically attend. But she continued her walk with God and ministered to others along the way. Her trust in God never changed throughout her lengthy illness. Rita passed peacefully on April 14, 2019 at the John M. Gray Center surrounded by her family. Rita leaves to mourn Husband, Ray; Daughters Angela (Byron) and Allison (Duane); Son-in-law Barry; Grandchildren Kelsey, Mark, Paul, Kristan, Dante, Tanisha and a large circle of friends and extended family. She was predeceased by two infant children, Allister and Arlene and daughter, Amelia. Visitation was held from the Bethel Pentecostal Church in St. Anthony from where the funeral service was held on Thursday, April 18. 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Elliot officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.