Rita E. Richard, 78, of New Bedford died March 13, 2008 at St. Luke's Hospital after a brief illness.
Born in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Arthur and Ida (Lirette) Richard, she lived in New Bedford all of her life.
Miss Richard was formerly employed by Titleist until her retirement.
She was an avid bowler.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews.
She was the sister of the late Dee Sabourin, Philip, Gerald, Jean, and Joseph "Al" Richard.
Funeral Monday at 11 AM at the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. Visitation Monday 9:30-11 AM. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.