Jim Carrey’s older sister Rita dead as husband pays emotional tribute: ‘She filled everyone’s heart with joy’
Jim Carrey’s older sister Rita has died, her husband confirmed in a shocking Facebook post on Friday.
The message from her partner Alex read: ‘It is with a heavy heart and my deepest sadness that Rita, surrounded by her family and friends, passed away peacefully and peacefully on November 14, 2024.
‘Rita and I have been together for 16 years and we got married last July in an outdoor wedding she always wanted
“Rita always had a loving soul and wanted to help everyone, even complete strangers. As everyone knows, Christmas was Rita’s favorite holiday. Actually, it was every day for her and she started a fundraiser to help a local charity.
He added that both “family and friends are invited to a candlelight vigil in Rita’s memory on December 7, 2024 at Heathcote Terrace in St. Catharines.”
Jim Carrey’s older sister Rita has died, her husband confirmed in a shocking Facebook post on Friday
Rita is pictured with Jim and her siblings John and Patricia
The message from her partner Alex read: ‘It is with a heavy heart and my deepest sorrow, surrounded by her family and friends, Rita passed away peacefully and tranquilly on November 14, 2024’
‘Following the wake, everyone is encouraged to attend the Christmas on the Terrace public event in support of Gillian’s home. Donations in memory of Rita can be made directly to Gillian’s home or at the event. Non-perishable food, children’s clothing, toiletries or unwrapped children’s items gifts are encouraged.
‘It was a wonderful and crazy trip with Rita.’
‘Goodbye my love. Goodbye my friend. Until we meet again. You really had the time of your life.”
“Your best friend and husband, Alex.”
Rita was one of four children – with actor Jim, 62, the youngest.
She worked as a radio host and public speaker.
In 2005, Rita suffered the tragic loss of her son Marty Fournier, 25 years old, in a traffic accident.
She chronicled her grief in the book Growing Up Carrey, which celebrated both her son’s life and her upbringing with her famous brother.
She wrote, “Looking back, I didn’t realize we were actually homeless. I thought we were camping. My parents had a fun time. That’s what life was like.” The book could be published next spring.’