On January 5, 2022, Rita Theresa Commentucci, of Colts Neck, passed away.   She was 43 years old.   S urviving her are her mother, Amabalis Olaer Commentucci , (Amy) sister, Lisa Marie Commentucci-Schiavo , her brother in law, Mark A nthony Schiavo and her nephews, Mark Anthony Schiavo Jr., Vincent Richard Schiavo and Michael Joseph Schiavo .

Rita was born on June 15, 1978 in Manhattan, New York, the second daughter of Dr. Richard and Amy Commentucci .  Shortly there after, the doctor establish ed a medical practice in Atlantic Highlands , New Jersey . D r . Commentucci moved his family to Colts Neck in 1982 where Rita was raised.   At a young age, Rita overcame serious health difficulties. Known for her big personality and her love of life and laughter, she became a fixture at Dr. Commentucci's office where she w orked behind the reception desk and became a beloved member of the community. Rita was best known as the constant companion of her father.

In 2006, Rita became an aunt for the first ti me , which transformed her life .   Rita spent her life dedicated to caring for and helping to raise her nephews, whom she loved as her own children.

Rita was an acti ve member of her parish, Saint C atherine, where she , along with her mother, regularly attended mass.   Rita was deeply religious.

Rita was known as a joyful, pure-hearted , and sweet person who loved her family dearly.

The funeral mass will be held on January 18, 2022 at Saint Catherine Laboure , 110 Bray Ave. North Middletown at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of traditional remembrances, please consider making a donation in Rita's name to the Church of St. Catherine of Laboure , 100 Bray Avenue, N. Middletown, NJ 07748.