Janice Pedelahore Rabito's Obituary
Mandeville, LA – Janice Pedelahore Rabito, age 93, of Mandeville, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 27, 1932, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Joseph Earl Pedelahore and Julia Akers Haight of New Orleans and Ponchatoula respectively.
She is preceded in death by her devoted husband of 69 years, Dr. Felix G. Rabito; and her brother, Joseph Earl Pedelahore.
She is survived by their four children, Gia M. Rabito (Sid Bhansali), Felicia A. Rabito (William Ellison), Felix G. Rabito, Jr. (Mary Frances Slahetka Rabito) and Michael S. Rabito (Robin Jermann Rabito); six grandchildren, Katherine DiLeo (David Brand), Ara Ellison, Emily Ellison, Felix M. Rabito, Julia Rabito, and Thomas Rabito; and many extended family members and friends.
She was a graduate of Eleanor McMain High School and Southeastern Louisiana University, majoring in Biology. She worked as a medical technologist at Baptist and Charity Hospitals fascinated by sickle cell research before meeting and marrying her perfect partner, Felix Rabito. Janice joined Felix on their family journey together – supporting his growing career and medical practice, creating an active and celebratory homelife. She was a devoted wife and mother and dear friend to many. She was known for her impeccably decorated and maintained homes and gardens, her gourmet – level everyday meals and her range of delectable home-made cookies. She was a lover of art and enjoy painting in oils and watercolor specifically. She was an avid golfer and tennis player and volunteered for a variety of church, school and medical societies. She was known for her sensible and witty view of life and had many admirers of all ages, stages and walks of life. Wherever she went, she made an impression and a lasting friend. The Rabito Family would like to thank her team of loving caregivers over the years, specifically Shelena Gervais, Loyda Groff and Da’Jah Johnson.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial service on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 1501 West Causeway Approach, Mandeville, Louisiana, with visitation beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will be held privately at All Saints Mausoleum, 5100 Pontchartrain Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana.
E. J. Fielding Funeral Home of Covington, Louisiana, is honored to be entrusted with Mrs. Rabito's funeral arrangements. Her family invites you to share thoughts, memories, and condolences by signing an online guestbook at https://www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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