Skaidrite Rita E. Berzins
July 13, 1923 - March 16, 2009
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Skaidrite Rita E. Berzins
July 13, 1923 - March 16, 2009
Obituary
Born July 13, 1923 ~ Riga Latvia
Died March 16, 2009 ~ Irvine, California
Rita is survived by her daughter, Ilga Berzins and her sister, Melanie Berzins.
She fled the Russian occupation of Latvia and landed at New York City to start a new life. She lived in Indianapolis, IN, Santa Barbara, CA and finally Irvine, CA with her daughter. She loved to travel, was a really good artist and loved all her dogs like they were her children.
Please make contributions to the American Heart Association, 4600 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92617 in the name of Skaidrite Berzins to help find a cure for heart disease.
49 responses to Skaidrite Rita E. Berzins
Adela White says:
April 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ilga. Although I never met your Mother, I feel as if I knew her through you. A mother’s greatest contribution to this world is a caring and loving child who can carry on in her name. Your Mother’s light shines through you. We love you – Adela and James
Carol Olander says:
April 6, 2009
Ilga – I’m so sorry your mother has passed. Thank you for sharing these beautiful pictures, she was a handsome woman! Love, Carol O
Carolyn and James Ruiz says:
April 6, 2009
Dear Ilga, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know how close you two were. I can still remember your mom sharing all of her beautiful water color paintings with me. She was so sweet and loved you so much. Please let us know if there is anything we can help you with during this difficult time.
Cindy Thompson says:
April 6, 2009
I met Rita in Key West when she accompanied Ilga on a vacation there. I found her to be a delightful lady! I only wish there had been more time to visit as she certainly had many interesting stories to share. Ilga, you must have some truly warm memories of her and I know you miss her dearly.
Donna Crabtree says:
April 6, 2009
Dear Ilga, I am so sorry that you’ve lost your mom. You two shared a lot of memories, that will never leave you. These are beautiful pictures of a special mother and friend.