Rita E. Dawson (nee Mammola) passed away March 29, 2023, at the age of 89.  Beloved wife of the late Thomas A.  Devoted mother of Denise Dresher, Thomas, Elaine Mancini (Marc), and the late Susan Dawson.  Loving Grandmom of Kevin, Chris, Marc, Samantha, Thomas, and Louis, and Great Grandmom of six.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Sunday, April 2, 2023, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and also Monday, April 3, 2023, 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, followed by her Funeral Mass 10:00 AM St. Jerome Church.  Interment will be held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.