Rita Klineberg Baver, 96, died peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. She was predeceased by her husband, Nathan Baver, a pharmacist and founder of the Champlain Drug Store and her son, Alan Baver, a high school teacher in East Hartford. One of five children, Rita was born in Leeds, England. She was the daughter of the late Harry Klineberg and Esther (Schifman) Klineberg. A resident of Hartford and West Hartford for 92 years, Rita graduated from Weaver High School. Her life revolved around her family and her home, always a warm and welcoming environment to all.
She is survived by her son Jeffrey Baver & his wife Maureen Moriarty, and her grandchildren, Stephanie Baver Kexel, Jeremy Baver, Esq., Moriah Moriarty, Tom Kexel, and Katherine Hanley. She cherished her family and leaves several nieces and nephews including Karen & Ron Bowen, and long-time friend Karen Eisenstein.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday February 3, 2011 at 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford, CT. Interment, with Rabbi Donna Berman officiating, will take place at 11:30 a.m., Friday February 4, 2011 at the Hartford City Lodge Cemetery, 401 Tower Ave., Hartford, CT. A Shiva period will be observed at her home through Monday. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Rita, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.
Jeff and Family,
I have many fond memories of working at Champlain Drug with your Mom and Dad. That experience was the reason I chose to become a pharmacist. Your mom was a great person and her organization ran that store. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
From: Robin Santiago
From West Hartford, CT
Posted On: February 2, 2011
Dear Jeff and family,
I am very sorry to learn of your mother's passing. I know she could not have asked for a more devoted or caring son. May you find comfort in your loving memories and in the support of your family and firends. May her memory be for a blessing.
With sympathy, Robin Santiago
From: steph baver kexel
From griswold, ct
Posted On: February 1, 2011
my grammy was the most selfless, warm and caring person I've ever had the pleasure of knowing and loving. she was always quick to laugh or share a hug. I will never forget dancing with her in the den to old 8 tracks, or sleeping in her bed and feeling so special because she would let me stay up late to watch johnny carson. but I think the thing that I will miss most is the friend and confidant that she became in my adult life. her accepting and non-judgmental ways made it a pleasure to share her company.
I also would like to express my deepfelt gratitude toward my dad and maureen for keeling her so well cared for last few years of her life.
From: Christopher Bowen
From New York, NY
Posted On: February 2, 2011
Dearest Aunt Rita: Over the course of these many years, you've been a great source of comfort, happiness, and joy to me and to my family. Your indomitable spirit has been an inspiration to us all and I know that you will be sorely missed by many. My deepest condolences to Jeffrey and your loved ones.
From: Tatyana and Alexandra Katz
From West Hartford, CT
Posted On: February 2, 2011
Dear Jeff,
I have just heard the sad news. There is little one can say at times like this. But Alexandra and I would like you to know that we are thinking of you and that you and your family have our deepest sympathy.
