Received this news today.. very sad and condolences to everyone 💔

Bob and family

my heartfelt condolences and prayers for you all.. Garry probably gave her a tour when she arrived..hugs💞💞

Miss you Rita. I always enjoyed your company, your stories and your smile. May God bless you, your family and friends.

I was one of the grateful recipients of Rita and Bob's hospitality. Fresh out of university, I travelled north to The Pas for a teaching position in the French Immersion program in 1996. I didn't realize that there were very limited housing options, and was extremely fortunate to be welcomed into the Hayward house. As a 21 year-old on my own for the first time, hundreds of kilometres from home, Rita was a beacon of care and warmth. Merci Rita

It was a pleasure meeting Rita at a Christmas dinner in 2023. It was wonderful hearing about her trip to Montreal when she was a young woman. Rita definitely had a good sense of humour!

Our Dearest Rita, You're probably smiling down on us sitting there with Barb! Working along side you was a truly amazing experience. and the friendship that we created will never be forgotten. ❤️🥲.

Rita was a one of a kind person. Her heart and soul was so full of life.. Her laughter was so contagious and her wittyness was just so "Rita". Condolences to her Family. Rest In Peace My Fried🙏🏽❤️🫶

Photo of Maurice and Rita when they were young.

Photo of Rita when she was a baby.

I had the pleasure of meeting Rita at a Christmas dinner at Sue's and Floyd's home in 2023. It was wonderful to hear Rita's story about her trip to Montreal when she was a young woman. I really enjoyed her story telling since she had a good sense of humour. She lived a full and purposeful life and will be remembered foundly.

Well done good & faithful servant, rest now in the arms of God. Bob, Suzanne, Kathy, Kristine & family know you're on our hearts & in our prayers.

John and I had the pleasure of hosting Rita and Bob a couple of times when they stopped-off in Calgary. We throughly enjoyed their company and stories! And especially loved Rita’s sense of humour and her matter-of- fact approach to life. Her observations always made us laugh!

Rita came, she loved (big and much), she lived (lots and full) and now she’s left - lots of memories, and many lives richer and fuller. May fond memories of her bring you comfort. Our deepest sympathy and condolences.

Well done good & faithful servant, rest now in the arms of God. Bob, Suzanne, Kathy, Kristine & family may the Spirit carry you gently thru these next days & weeks; know you are supported in your journies. 🙏♥️

My dear Rita, rest in peace. I still remember the good times we had when we were single in Wpg. You & Elaine were my bridesmaids & you looked so lovely in your red dress. After you married Bob, you came here to visit me in Mtl. a few times.That was many, many years ago but we still stayed in touch. Memories....

Bob, I am so sorry. You were such a great couple. Take care.

My deepest sympathies to Bob and my little cousins for the loss of their mother cousin Rita. I am really going to miss the great phones calls we use to in the past. We would discuss Genealogy and the family tree. Repose en paix la cousine!

My sincere condolences to the family.

She was a great neighbor and friend.

I will always remember Rita's smile and her sense of humor. She could see the funny side of any situation and you always knew what a kind and caring person she was. She will be so missed by friends and her loving family. Many prayers and peace be with you Rita. 🙏

Rita,

the world got a little dimmer without you in it. You made me laugh so hard many times. Working with you at the Workplace is a highlight of my working life! my Favourite memory is you rolling on the floor with a list trying to save the the drinks for the drink machine. Amy Hopper and I couldn't even help you because we were laughing so hard. Oh boy were mad at us. Rest easy my dear friend.

Rita was a joy to have as a friend. We shall miss her so much, as will Bob and her family.

There is an extra star in the sky now, always twinkling, always bright.

Lots of memories.

Vicky and Burt Harvey

Hey Kristine,

I'm sorry for your loss. May the good lord provide you and your family with strength in these difficult moments.

I enjoyed listening to Rita play the piano. She was very talented. Growing up, she was amazing to me as a friend of Suzanne's. She wouldn't be shy to tell me like it was if that's what I needed to hear, but it was always with kindness and love. One of my favorite memories is when I returned to The Pas for a high school reunion. She told Suzanne she expected me to come by and visit. I ended up coming over for a fish fry after Bob and Greg went fishing. OMG, it was so amazing, I was so full. But it was amazing to see Rita and Bob! 🥰

Aunty Rita was such an honestly good person. Always worrying about others needs before her own. I will miss her greatly and please know that our memories of her will will live on well past these sad days of mourning. Rest in peace Rita.

We are so sorry for your family's loss.

Even tho we did not meet Rita ,we know her amazing daughter Katherine and if she raised such an amazing daughter she herself must have been an great Lady.

Our prayers are with you all 🙏

M a cher Rit ta ja ieté ravie de te connaitre ainsi que ton mari je vous souhaie mes sinceres condoleances aBob ainsi a tes enfantstout spécialement a Kristine.