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 shock Facebook post on Friday.

The post from her partner Alex read: 'It is with heavy heart and my deepest sadness, surrounded by her family and friends Rita passed away peacefully and quietly on November 14 2024.

'Rita and I have been together for 16 years and we just got married last year in July in an outdoor wedding that she has always wanted

'Rita always had a loving soul and wanted to help everyone even total strangers. As everyone knows Christmas was Rita’s favorite holiday actually it was everyday for her and she started a fundraiser to help a local charity.

He added that both 'family and friends are invited to attend a candlelight vigil in Rita’s memory on December 7 2024 on Heathcote Terrace in St. Catharines.'

'Following the vigil everyone is encouraged to attend the Christmas on the Terrace public event in support of Gillian’s place.Donations in Rita’s memory can be made to Gillian’s place directly or at the event Non-perishable food, children’s clothing, toiletry items or unwrapped children’s presents are encouraged.

'It’s been a wonderful and crazy journey with Rita.' 

'Goodbye my lover. Goodbye my friend. Until we meet again. You really did have the Time of your life.”

'Your bestest 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.