MICHAEL, Rita Marie

Rita Marie Michael, 61 of Eskasoni, passed away peacefully at home on June 14, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Nancy Cremo-Michael and George Alex and stepdaughter of John Michael. She was a member of Holy Family Parish in Eskasoni. Rita was a loving and caring mom, grammy, sister, aunt, cousin and friend who enjoyed morning coffee and visits with family. She loved to cook and prepare meals for her loved ones. She enjoyed P.I. Bingo, Karaoke, long drives, camping and playing dice games with family and friends. She will be sadly missed by her children, sons, Noel, Johnny, Albert, George and Leon (Kate); daughters, Esther (Shannnon), Rita (Morgan); grandchildren, Makayla (Pictou), Dianna, George, Mikey and Trae; brothers, Martin (Mary Thereasa), Mike (Gwen); only sister, Marion (George), and adopted brother, Douglas Paul (Sarena). She is also survived by her godchildren, Shannon Googoo, Darlene Poulette, Malcom Cremo, Nakitta Dennis, Brylan Bernard and Mike Cremo Jr.; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins; godmother, Madeline Morris, and the father of her two youngest children, Noel Julian. She was predeceased by her husband, John Michael Bernard Sr.: godfather, Roderick Bernard; son, Alexander Daniel Bernard, and two children in infancy. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, June 20 at 2 p.m. and will be livestreamed through TW Curry’s Facebook page. With Interment of her cremated remains taking place in Holy Family Parish Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.twcurry.com.