Obituary

Rita J. Sims, 87, of Vanport Township, passed peacefully in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, surrounded by her family after a brief illness.    

Born on December 26, 1937, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late John and Rosal Namath. 

Rita was proceeded in death by her brothers, Franklin Namath, Robert Namath, John “Sonny” Namath and grandson, Zachary DeDominicis.  

Rita 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; and sisters-in-law Edith Namath and Sharon Namath; numerous nieces, nephews and friends; and her loving fur baby, Buddy.  

In accordance with Rita’s wishes, there will be no visitation. 

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 6^th at 10am at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish- 116 Thorndale Dr., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. 

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 Blvd., 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.