Rita Ann Leask (nee Echlin), age 80, of Westmont, passed away June 22, 2025. Beloved wife of John Ross and the late Harry James Leask. Loving mother of James (Tammy), Cathleen “Sr. Grace”, Jeffery, and John Leask. Devoted grandmother of Candice and Anthony Leask. Dear sister of Robert (Cheryl) Echlin, the late Mary Louise (John) Kennedy, and late David Echlin. Fond friend of many.

Rita will be fondly remembered for her love of family; animals, especially dogs; Door County, WI; and drive to live.

A Memorial Visitation will be held from 10am until time of 11am Memorial Mass on Tuesday, July 1st at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 64 Norfolk Ave., Clarendon Hills, IL 60514. Inurnment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Downers Grove at 630-964-6500.