Rita J. Sims, 87, of Vanport Township, passed away in the comfort of her home on February 26th, 2025 surrounded by her family after a brief illness.
She was born in Beaver Falls on December 26th, 1937, the daughter of the late John and Rosal Namath. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Franklin Namath, Robert Namath and John “Sonny” Namath and her grandson, Zachary DeDominicis. She is survived by her children: Thomas Sims, Joey Sims, Kelli (Mike}Pingley, Dana (Larry) Simpson, Janet (Jeff) DeDominicis and Greg (Chris) Sims; her grandchildren: TJ Sims, Kyle Sims, Casey Sims, Kaidy (Vitus) Janelt, Chanin Simpson, Matt Simpson, Madison (Ethan) Conti, Kenzie DeDominicis, Logan DeDominicis, Noah Sims and Riley Sims; great-grandchildren, Navy, Lincoln and Amelia, a brother, Joseph Namath, sisters-in-law, Edith Namath and Sharon Namath, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, friends and her pet, Buddy.
In accordance with Rita’s wishes, there will be no visitation.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 6th at 10 a.m. at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls.
Inurnment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Gallagher Home Health and Hospice for the care provided during Rita’s illness.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rita’s name to Brady’s Run Veterinary Hospital- 443 Constitution Boulevard, New Brighton PA 15066.
The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Branch, 340 Third Street, Beaver, was honored to care for Rita and her family during this time.