Rita C. (Bergeron) Childs, 84, of N. Dartmouth and formerly of Bridgewater passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020 in Royal of Fairhaven. She was the wife of the late William J. Childs, Jr.

Born in New Bedford, a daughter of the late J. Wilfred and Ethel (Montplaisir) Bergeron, Sr., she was a communicant of Saint John Evangelist Parish.

Mrs. Childs graduated from St. Anthony High School in 1954. She later worked as a secretary for Dana Chase Insurance Company in E. Bridgewater. She also worked for Merchants National Bank, Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Acushnet Company.

Rita was a member of the choir for St. John’s and St. Bridget’s in Abington. She was also a member of Old Stoughton Musical Society. She enjoyed listening to music, knitting, crocheting, trivia, word searches, and puzzle books.

She is survived by a brother, Joseph W. Bergeron, Jr. of Mashpee; several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was the step mother of the late Constance L. Childs and sister of the late Norman A. Bergeron, Constance Y. Lavimoniere, and Lorraine C. St. Laurent.

Due to current restrictions on public gatherings, her services will be held at a later date. For online tribute, visit www.rock-funeralhome.com.