Rita Stanwood

1888–1961 (age 73)

Actress

Biography

Rita Stanwood brought warmth to the screen, playing characters that resonated with audiences during Hollywood’s golden years.

Her professionalism and kindness left a lasting impression, and she rests at Chapel of the Pines Crematory.

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William LeBaron
1883–1958 (age 75)
Chapel of the Pines Crematory
American film producer and director who was a pioneer in early Hollywood production.
Adelaide Rau
1869–1949 (age 80)
Chapel of the Pines Crematory
Adelaide Rau was an American woman who lived from 1869 to 1949.
Dorothy Bernard
1890–1955 (age 65)
Chapel of the Pines Crematory
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Ray Nazarro
1902–1986 (age 84)
Chapel of the Pines Crematory
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William Desmond
1878–1949 (age 71)
Chapel of the Pines Crematory
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Pauline Williamson Jones
1871–1952 (age 81)
Chapel of the Pines Crematory
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