Rita M. Birish

11/28/2014

Rita M. Birish, of Campbell Hall, (formerly a resident of Warwick), passed away onNovember 29, 2014. She was 83 years old.

Born on April 23, 1931 in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Herman Lieneck and Agnes Hyland Lieneck.

She was married to the late George James Birish (2010).

Rita formerly worked for the Citizens National Bank in Hohokus, NJ, and she was a member of St. Stephens RC Church, Warwick. She enjoyed playing the organ and attended the 1956 Kentucky Derby and saw Needles win.

She is survived by her son, Chester G. Birish, of Goshen; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Herman C. Lieneck (2005) and a sister, Jeanne Peterson (1981).

Visitation will be on Sunday, November 30^th, from 6:--9:00 pm at Lazear-Smith & Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 17 Oakland Ave., Warwick. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am on Monday at St. Stephens RC Church, followed by interment in Warwick Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be sent to National Epilepsy Foundation, 65 Broadway, Ste. 505, New York, NY 10006.

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Chet, Your mom was one of the sweetest woman I knew! She always had a ready smile, kind words and affectionate nature. You were blessed with two great parents, who I know are watching over you as they stand together in Heaven! All of us send our love and prayers. Marcy and family

marcy
11/30/2014

Chet we send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. God Bless. John and Lorraine

John and Lorraine Birish
11/29/2014

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Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated . Your services to George and our family were above and beyond our expectations. Thank you never seems sufficient when the situation appears and is often overwhelming. Your concern for us and our guests will never be forgotten.

... throughout these back to back losses, your gracious concern and professionalism made the time special.

.. not only are you the best - but the town / village of Warwick respects you very much. All with good reason.

I just wanted to thank you and your staff for making Mom’s Memorial Service a success. We appreciate your professionalism and attention to detail.

I believe Mom would have been very pleased with the whole production. Thanks again for making Mom’s day a special memory for our family and friends.