It is with great sadness the family of Rita Arbow announce her passing which occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Saturday April 14, 2018. Born in Saint John, June of 1937, she was the daughter of the late Josephine Doucette and Charles. Rita is survived by her husband John William Arbow of Loch Lomond Villa; son Michael Andrew (Lori) and grandchildren Hamish John Arbow and Elspeth Rose Arbow and many friends.
Volunteering was a passion for Rita working with Skate to Care, Festival By the Sea and for political parties both provincial and federal. Following her early retirement Rita and John enjoyed the wonders of the world.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road. By request there will be no visitation or service. Donations in Rita’s memory can be made to The John & Rita Arbow Fund, Established with NBCC Foundation to provide bursaries to Students in the Truck and Transportation Program at NBCC, Moncton Campus.
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