Rita C Desjardins Obituary
The family announces the passing of Rita C Desjardins (Odenton, Maryland) on June 8, 2026. Rita, born on June 12, 1941, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rita C Desjardins to show support.
Rita will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Rita by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Rita is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Rita’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her husband Robert J. Desjardins; her sisters, Jane Sanipass and Betty Walden; and her son Robert Desjardins. She is survived by: her daughters, Deborah (Michael Gunzenhauser) of Pittsburgh, PA and Lisa (Al Prejean) of Odenton, MD; her grandsons, Joshua and Adam Gunzenhauser; and her sister Sandra Jenness (Richard) of Athens, GA. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Tributes in honor of Rita may be made to the Desjardins Family Faculty Endowment Fund at Maine Central Institute, 295 Main St. Pittsfield 04967.
