Rita Lily (Blackburn) Plante's obituary , Passed away on October 25, 2025 in Edmonton, Alberta
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Rita Lily (Blackburn) Plante

April 12, 1936 - October 25, 2025 (89 years old)

Edmonton, Alberta

Rita Lily (Blackburn) Plante's obituary , Passed away on October 25, 2025 in Edmonton, Alberta
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Rita Lily (Blackburn) Plante

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April 12, 1936 - October 25, 2025 (89 years old)

Edmonton, Alberta

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Rita Lily (Blackburn) Plante Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Rita Lily (Blackburn) Plante of Edmonton, Alberta, who passed away at the age of 89, on October 25, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her daughter Denise; her grandson Justin; her parents, Aurore Blackburn and Edgar Blackburn; and her siblings, Terry and Leo.

She is survived by: her children, Paulette (Michael), Michelle (Timothy), Lucille (David), Yvonne (Paul), Carmen (John) and Laurier. She is also survived by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A prayer will be held on Sunday, November 2nd 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Connelly-McKinley (10011 114 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K1R5). A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 3rd 2025 at 10:30 AM at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (9830 148 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5N3E8).

Donations can be made to your charity of choice in the name of Rita Plante.

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10011 114 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K1R5

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St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
9830 148 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5N3E8

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“My sympathies to the family. We had so much fun when we were kids. RIP Aunt Rita.”

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