Rita Seamon

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Rita Seamon (died July 14, 2024) [1] was an American bridge player.

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Rita won a North American championship in 1974 playing with her husband William Seamon. [2] She placed second twice in the Women's Pairs playing with her daughter Janice Seamon-Molson. [2]

Personal life

Her husband William Seamon was also a bridge player.

Rita and William had three children: Rick, Michael and Janice. Michael Seamon and Janice Seamon-Molson are both bridge players. [2]

Bridge accomplishments

Wins

Runners-up

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References

  1. "Rita Seamon Obituary". Funeral Home. 2022-07-14. Retrieved 2022-07-18.
  2. 1 2 3 "Rita Seamon - In Memoriam". Bridge Winners. Retrieved 2022-07-18.
  3. 1 2 3 "NABC Winners". American Contract Bridge League. Retrieved 2022-07-18.