Rita Joan McAndrew Wachs, 84, of Pittston passed away at her home on May 9, 2020. She was born August 23, 1935 in Pittston, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Anna Fitzsimmons McAndrew.
Mrs. Wachs was a former member of St. Mary’s Assumption Church. She enjoyed her family and an occasional trip to the casino.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William in 2001 after 43 years of marriage and her five siblings, Martin, Edward, Paul, Joseph, and Catherine McAndrew.
She is survived by her three sons, David G. Wachs (Karen) of Newport, NC; Mark W. Wachs of Richmond, TX; and Timothy J. Wachs of Pittston; daughter Patricia A. Karboski (Jeff) of Pittston; one grandchild Michael Wachs of Raleigh, NC; numerous nieces and nephews.
Due to the current funeral restrictions, private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to Adonizio Funeral Home, LLC, 251 William Street, Pittston.
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Timmy and family, our deepest sympathy on your Mother's passing.
Joe and Patti Yanchis
Our sincere condolences to all of you , we will miss our backyard chats , we have a lot of good memories RIP dear Rita I’m sure your winning at the casino in heaven Butch & Kathy Ostrowski
The loss of a very good friend of yesteryears Condilences from my family to Rita`s
Mothers hold their children’s hands briefly and their hearts forever. There are many women in the world, but she far surpassed them. I will now hold her in my heart forever. She told me a few days ago that she was going on to better days and I told her that was okay and I’ll catch up to her. I’ll miss her quick wit and smile and cherish the lessons and wisdom she gave to me.
Mothers hold their children’s hands briefly and their hearts forever. There are many women in the world, but she far surpassed them. I will now hold her in my heart forever. She told me a few days ago that she was going on to better days and I told her that was okay and I’ll catch up to her. I’ll miss her quick wit and smile and cherish the lessons and wisdom she gave to me.