Rita Kossayan passed away in Goderich on April 25, 2022 at the age of 10. She was the loved daughter of Lilit Hovhannisyan and Garabed Kossayan, as well as her Homeshare mother Jessica Bechard, who has loved Rita as her own for the last 8 years. Also loved dearly by her Homeshare Grandparents Don and Rosanne Carrick, her Homeshare Uncle Tyler, and her Homeshare brothers Logan and Hunter, and cherished by Kirk Bechard and family, as well as her extended family in Armenia. Rita attended St. Mary’s school in Goderich, where she was a valued member of the school community. Rita loved to be at school with the staff and her peers. Many thanks to her special school helper Ms. Zondag, who recognized Rita’s gifts and worked tirelessly to help Rita meet her potential. Rita had her own way of moving through this world, and those who could follow her will be forever touched. There will be a visitation at McCallum & Palla Funeral Home on Monday May 2 from 11am-1pm, with internment at the Maitland Cemetery.
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Nancy Richardson
Rosanne, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Rita. Jessica, you, Don and Tyler cared so much for her. My deepest condolences.
You are in my thoughts,
cousin Nancy
Mary Lee & Anthony Knox-Bauer
Although we never had the chance to meet Rita in person, we could see how happy and loved she was in all of your pictures. We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Big hugs! Mary Lee, Anthony & Family
Eileen Sleightholm
Dave and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of Rita. We know she was a special sweetheart to the family and will be greatly missed.
Ed & Marie Nethercott
So sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. Hugs to all.
Janice Brindley
Jessica & Family, I’m so very sorry to hear of Rita suddenly passing away,She was a sweetheart,she will always be in your heart,heaven has another beautiful angel!
Claire Reynolds
RIP Rita, I hope you are at peace where you are little one. You touched the lives of so many.
Mrs.Reynolds
Suzanne & John Anderson
Our condolences to Rita’s family and friends. As a grandparent of one of Rita’s classmates, I met Rita on several occasions. She was truly an earth angel and now is a heavenly angel resting in the arms of our Lord. Rest In Peace sweet Rita.
barb nivins-zondag
4 1/2 years ago, I started working with Rita at her school. 1 day in, that little girl showed me that she was one of the most precious people to ever walk on earth.
Rita overcame so many obstacles every single day. She had such a great sense of humor and she had the most wonderful laugh and smile.
Anyone who took the time, would learn so much from her and I truly feel bad for anyone who didn’t take that time.
Rita was full of joy, and changed my life in so many ways. I would have moved mountains for this little girl if it meant getting her what she needed. I loved her, and it’s been an honour to be part of her short life.
“An angel lived among us,
a gift from God above.
She showered us with kindness,
and shared with us her love.”
She was too beautiful and too wonderful for earth.