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Frances R. “Rita” Tallant-Morris

May 16, 1927 - October 23, 2014

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Monday 10/27, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Tuesday 10/28, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
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Tuesday 10/28, 10:00 am

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St. Joseph's Cemetery, Swedesboro
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Frances R. “Rita”
Tallant-Morris (nee Megary)

Rita marched home to her Lord on October 23, 2014, of Washington Twp. Age 87. Wife of the late Edward Tallant and Lawrence Morris. Mother of Karen Fraietta, Thomas E. Tallant (Rose), Joanne Berry (Don), Rita Marie Burrow (Steve), Michael Tallant, Mark Tallant (Erin) and the late Edward “Ted” Tallant. Step-mother of Kathleen Rosati (Michael), John Morris (Stacy) and the late Edward Morris. Grandmother of 14. Proud great-grandmother of 6. Also survived by Step-Grandchildren and step great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Sister of Jack Megary and Joan Johns. Sister-in-law of Katherine Sullivan.

Rita, affectionately known as Nan, was born on May 16, 1927 in Philadelphia to Harry and Frances Megary. She graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1945 and married Ed Tallant in 1947. They raised a family of 7 children in Oak Valley, NJ where she was an active member of the Oak Valley Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary, PTA and St Margaret’s Church. Rita was passionately patriotic and could be seen with her family waving flags at the annual Wenonah 4th of July parade (her favorite holiday) for over 50 years. She loved marching to her favorite band, the Bonsall Blues and the Hobo band. With her second husband, Jim Morris, Rita enjoyed traveling out west and dancing to the music of the Quail Brothers. A lively, petite woman, Rita was always happy and energetic. People sought her out for her kindness, wisdom and nonjudgmental nature.
She never declined an invitation for an adventure, even traveling to Ireland with her grandchildren.
Rita is predeceased by her first husband, Edward James Tallant in 1972 and Lawrence J. Morris in 2005.
Rita’s optimistic personality and beautiful spirit will be missed by so many that knew and loved her.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Monday 7:00-9:00 pm and Tuesday 9:00-10:00 am at the Egizi Funeral Home 119 Ganttown Rd., Washington Twp.
Funeral service 10:00 am. Interment, St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Swedesboro, NJ.

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Frances R. “Rita” Tallant-Morris (nee Megary) Rita marched home to her Lord on October 23, 2014, of Washington Twp. Age 87. Wife of the late Edward Tallant and Lawrence Morris. Mother of Karen Fraietta, Thomas E. Tallant (Rose), Joanne Berry (Don), Rita Marie Burrow (Steve), Michael Tallant, Mark Tallant (Erin) and the late Edward “Ted”Continue Reading

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Regina left a message on October 27, 2014:
To the family I express my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. No words can ease the pain of death but maybe these words of Jesus will give you a measure of comfort and hope. John 11:25 says, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life."
Mike Beera left a message on October 27, 2014:
To the Tallant family, as I heard of the passing of your Mother, I feel like I lost my mom all over again. Why not she always treated me like I was family anyway. I will always remember her smile! She was aery special person in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mike Beers and family Mark and Mike love you guys like brothers to this day! Tommy always love seeing you
Rose Matthews left a message on October 26, 2014:
Mark, Erin, Kristen, and Ryan, Rita will be sadly missed. She was a wonderful lady and I am glad I had the chance to meet her and be in her company. Thinking and praying for you all at this sad time. Rose and Jim Matthews
Joan Hoolahan left a message on October 26, 2014:
I recently received information on the recent passing of Rita. Rita and my sister, PAt Frazier, were long time friends and I have happy memories of Rita and you Tallant kids when you all lived in the Valley and grew up with the Frazier clan. Please accept my prayers for all of Rita's family. I know you will miss her dearly. Joan Hoolahan
Rick Zanes left a message on October 28, 2014:
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Christie left a message on October 25, 2014:
Nanny, The Nan...what can I say...she was one of a kind. She's the woman responsible for getting me hooked on black and white movies. When I would visit, we would drink our tea and stay up so late watching vintage movies. My favorite part of our visits was listening to her hum a tune and play with my hair. I love her so dearly and I am so honored to have her as my Nan.
Christie left a message on October 25, 2014:
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