Rita Joy Gould
February 4, 2016

GOULD, RITA JOY: On Thursday, February 4, 2016; Daughter of the late Nelle and Samuel Gould, sister of the late Corrine Haber and the late Allen Gould, devoted friend of the late William F. Adler and the late Alexander C. Speyer Jr., sister-in-law of Milli Gould of Hamilton Canada.  Beloved aunt of cherished nieces the late Diane Haber and Carole Haber, Kristy Gould, Jane Chaudron, nephews Ben and Mark Gould, grandniece Alexis and grandnephews Samuel and Alexander Gould. Rita helped to start a local TV magazine which became part of TV GUIDE where she worked for 38 years. In addition to her extended family and many friends, Rita was devoted to the Pittsburgh community, where she volunteered tirelessly for the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, the Jewish Association on Aging, and the Jewish Community Center, among many others. Contributions in Rita's memory may be made to any of these organizations, or to a charity of the donor's choice. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Sunday, February 7, 2016 at 11 AM. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 - 11 AM). Interment Tree of Life Memorial Park. www.schugar.com

Condolences

The death of a loved one may be the single most difficult circumstance we have to deal with in life. I have found comfort in the bible's hope for the future and though I did not know Rita, I try my best to share with the bereaved this wonderful hope in their time of loss. One scripture that really is comforting is found in the bible book of Job, chapter 14 and verse 15. In speaking about relief from his own death, Job was inspired to write, "You will call, and I will answer you. You will long for the work of your hands." Job had confidence that God would not only "call" him from death, but that he would "long" to see his faithful servant again. The hope for Rita and us all is that he views us the same. I hope this scripture provides some comfort, more helpful information is found on the bible-based website www.jw.org. sincerely, Titus Nelms