Rita G. Durgin, of Mesa, Arizona,  formerly of Orleans, Massachusetts, passed away at age 97 on April 10, 2025 in Gilbert, Arizona.

Rita was born in Killingly, Connecticut to the late Arthur J Moulin and Ida M. Moulin. She is survived by her daughter Sherri (Larry), son Ronald (Christine), and daughter, Diane, as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

She is predeceased by her parents, husband, William Durgin, first husband, Arthur Morin, and siblings, Arthur Moulin, and Marcus Moulin.

Rita was a survivor of childhood polio. She walked with God throughout her life, facing challenges with faith, gentle humor, and determination.

Rita was an adventurer, lifelong learner, and loyal friend. Her optimistic spirit was infectious. She traveled the world with her husband, Bill. She learned how to paint in her late eighties and mastered technology. Amazon Alexa and Siri assisted her whenever possible. Rita never met a stranger and would strike up conversations wherever she went. She was always thinking of others and will be dearly missed.

Family and friends will gather to honor Rita and celebrate her life at the Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2654 E. Williams Field Road in Gilbert at 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

The family wants to extend special thanks to the caregivers and staff at Clearwater Agritopia, Always Present Hospice, and Sunland Home Care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be donated to Shriners Hospital for Children (lovetotherescue.org) in Rita's honor. Mountain View Funeral Home in Mesa, Arizona is assisting the family.

Visitation will be held from 3pm to 4:30pm,  with a Recitation of the Rosary at 3:30pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Mountain View Funeral Home located at 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, Arizona 85207.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church located at 2654 East Williams Field Road, Gilbert, Arizona 85296.

Interment will follow at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery located 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, Arizona 85207.

Arrangements were care for by Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery located at 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ 85207