Frank Costa Rita
Frank Costa Rita passed away on Nov. 6, 2022, at Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital at the age 93. He was born on July 19, 1929, in Kalaheo. He was a mechanic at Kukuiolono Golf Course in Kalaheo and within the community as well as a former employee of Rollins Dairy in his younger years.
He was preceded in death by parents Gabriel and Rose Rita, son Patrick Brustowicz, daughter-in-law Karen Kanahele, grandchildren Verna Rita and Rhonda Rei Mederios, and siblings Antone, Gabriel, Joseph, Madeline and Emily.
He is survived by wife Lita Rita, brother Alfred “Freddie” Rita, sons Ronald Brustowicz, Nelson Rita, Frankie Rita, Lawrence (Jolene) Rita, Erik (Cherisse) Rita and Ashley (Tania) Rita, daughters Gloria Rita and Sheila Rita, 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A service is Thursday, Dec. 1, at Borthwick Kaua‘i Mortuary, with visitation from 10:30 a.m. and Mass at 11:30 a.m. The family requests casual attire.
Borthwick Kaua‘i Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
