With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Rita A. Howie (Springfield, Massachusetts), who passed away on March 7, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita A. Howie to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Ralph Zicolella and Ida Zicolella (Scarnici). She is survived by : her grandson Joshua LaPorte (Conley); her brother Thomas Zicolella (Maryann); her nephew Steven Zicolella (Tracyand); her great-nephews, Steven and James; and her cousin Cindy Diaz.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kids of St. Jude at StJude.org or ADAA-Anxiety & Depression Association of America at ADAA.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Tazzini Funeral Home