Mary Rita McGrimley, age 101, daughter of the late Katherine and John O’Hara, of Quincy, formerly of Milton, West Roxbury, Roslindale and Falmouth ascended to heaven on Friday, August 12. Loving wife of the late Honorable Thomas J. McGrimley for 56 years. Rita raised and cared for her four surviving children, Thomas, Jr. (Gail) of Madison, CT, John of Falmouth, Kathleen Rains (Jay) of San Diego and Patricia (Bob) of South Boston, her brother, Whitey O’Hara, 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Rita worked in Washington, DC during WWII deciphering code, as a flight attendant for Eastern Airlines and as a teacher at the Mather School in Dorchester. Upon retirement from teaching, she embarked on a new career as a proprietress of a specialty gift shop called Uniquely Yours. She loved to travel with her husband, Tom, and enjoyed summering in Falmouth. Rita loved her shopping expeditions to the various wholesale markets throughout the country finding many of the “unique” items she carried in her boutique. Rita was extremely creative when it came to interior decorating. She was very passionate and meticulous when it came to the décor of her home. There was never a time when someone stepped into her home and didn’t declare how beautiful her various homes were. She took great joy and pride in her talents. Rita was quite the hostess with the mostess and entertained lavishly, particularly during the holidays. Decorating at Christmas was one of her forte and was enjoyed by many. She made everyone who came to her home feel most welcomed. She always exuded an elegant demeanor with a splash of class. She was beloved by family and cherished by friends.Visiting hours at the Brady & Fallon Funeral Home 10 Tower St. (Opp. Forest Hills MBTA Station) Jamaica Plain on Thursday August 18 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name Church, West Roxbury on Friday August 19 at 11:30 am. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. For guestbook condolences please visit www.bradyfallon.com