Rita P. Joseph Obituary

We announce the death of Rita P. Joseph of New Castle, Pennsylvania, who passed away on August 8, 2026, at the age of 94. Rita will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita P. Joseph to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elias David and Nora Kishfae David; her spouse Thomas A. Joseph; her children, Thomas Joseph "Tee-Jay" Joseph and Vonnie Joseph; and her great grandchildren, James, Thomas Bartley and Iris Rita Alfera.

She is survived by: her daughters, Renee Sheldone (Patsy), Candise Alfera (Frank) and Crystal Joseph; her grandchildren, Amy Alfera, Thomas Joseph III, Patrick Sheldone, John Joseph, Amber Sheldone and Emily Alfera; and her great grandchildren, Sarah Bartley, Ryder, Sage Sheldone, Arly, Ayrean Shepherd and River Joseph.

Contributions may be made to the NCASD, Iris Rita Scholarship Fund.