Rhode Island Obituaries

Friday, December 12, 2008

Rhode Island Obituaries 12/12/08

CENCI, MARTHA C. (URSILLO), 96, of Providence, passed away peacefully on Thursday. She was the beloved wife of the late Leonard F. Cenci and daughter of the late Pasquale and Theresa (DeCesare) Ursillo. Mrs. Cenci was a Seamstress for the State of RI, working at the Children's Center before her retirement. Previously she had worked at Pauline's Dress Shop, formerly of Providence. Martha was a former communicant of Blessed Sacrament Church, and a member of the St. Jude Society at St. Agnes Church. She is survived by her devoted twin daughters, Barbara E. and Elaine T. Cenci; 4 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; and her daughter-in-law, Mary Cenci. Mrs. Cenci was the mother of the late Ralph V. Cenci, and sister of the late Thomas, Domenic, Concetta Ursillo, Mary Conca, and Margaret Saccoccia. Calling Hours Saturday MORNING, 9-10:30 AM in the A.A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St., Providence, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 AM in St. Ann Church, Hawkins St., Providence. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Martha's memory to: Elmhurst Extended Care, 50 Maude St., Providence, RI, 02908. www.marianiandson.com

Claire M (Rosini) Ouellette - Providence, RI

Thursday, December 11, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/11/08) Claire M. Ouellette (Rosini), 68, of Providence, passed away peacefully after an extended illness. She was the beloved wife of Maurice P. Moe Ouellette and the daughter of the late Nicholas and G...

Clark Jr., Arthur B.

CLARK, ARTHUR B., Jr., 83, of St. Laurent Parkway, passed away Wednesday December 10, 2008 in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the husband of the late Emma L. (O'Brien) Clark. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Arthur B. and Ellen (Booth) Clark. Mr. Clark was a United States Navy Veteran serving in World War II and was a graduate of Bryant College. He leaves two daughters; Julie A. Milligan of Pawtucket, Linda H. Potter of Seekonk, Ma.; three sons, Richard A. Clark of Taunton, Ma., Brian P. Clark of Northfield, Vt., Daniel P. Clark of Plainville, Ma.; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Marion Cobb and John Clark. His Funeral will be held on Monday at 8:30AM from the PERRY/MCSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, RI with A Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM in St. Stephens Church 683 South Main Street Attleboro, Ma. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Calling hours Sunday 4-8PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Clark's memory to the Ronald McDonald House, 45 Gay Street, Providence, RI 02905-2322 would be deeply appreciated.

Eastwood, Ronald J.

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Hall, Bryan David

HALL, BRYAN DAVID, 53, a self-employed landscaper, of New Britain Drive, died Monday, at Kent County Hospital. He was the husband of Hattie (Sutton) Hall. Born in Providence, the son of the late Theodore Prout, Sr. and Rozalie (Court) Randall. Besides his wife, he is survived by son, Charles A. Sutton, daughter, Brandi-Lee Hall, 5 siblings, and 3 grandchildren. Calling Hours 6-8 p.m. Sunday and Funeral 10 a.m. Monday, both in Bright Funeral Home, 290 Public Street, Providence. Burial will be at North Burial Ground. www.Bright-FuneralHome.com

Higgins, Allen L.

HIGGINS, ALLEN L., 68, a long time resident of N. Kingstown passed away December 10, 2008. He was the husband of Judy A. (Shadeck) Higgins. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Albert and Louise Higgins. Mr. Higgins was a retired truck driver for PRM Concrete and had served in the US Marine Corps. Besides his wife, he leaves his children; Sgt. Kimberly A. Hill, NPD, Kerrie Mazur, EGPD and Jason A. Higgins; sisters; Ann Glee Janson and Eda Lou Higgins and eight grandchildren. Funeral Service Monday at 10:00 a.m. at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main Street, East Greenwich. Burial with military honors will be in RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. Calling hours Sunday 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the USMC Wounded Warrior Fund, 10730 Pacific Street, Suite 10, Omaha, NE 68114.

Hill, Anthony A.

HILL, ANTHONY A., 61, of Pawtuxet Terrace, died Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at R I Hospital. He was the husband of the late Cynthia R. (Masciarotti) Hill and the son of the late Ernest & Lucy (Petrarca) Hill. Anthony, a lifelong resident of West Warwick, was the former owner of Anthony's Italia Cucina Restaurant in Johnston and Anthony's Welcome Cafe in Providence. Anthony's life passion was being with his family & friends, golfing, & boating. He was the brother of Helen M. Arlia of West Warwick, and Robert (and Debra) Hill of S.C. Uncle of Kelly Arlia; and companion of Maureen Curran. His Funeral Service will be Saturday at 9am in the R.A. IANNOTTI Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., (Rte.117), Coventry. Burial will be private. Visiting hours Friday (TODAY) 5-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Make A Wish, 757 Park Ave., Cranston, RI 02910 will be appreciated. www.Iannottifh.com.

Isom, Gina M.

ISOM, GINA M., 41, of Hyatt St., Providence and formerly of Pawtucket, died Tuesday December 9, 2008 as a result of a traffic accident in Providence. Ms. Isom was born in Pawtucket, the daughter of James Harold Isom of East Providence and the late Margaret Mary (Phelan) Isom. She had worked at Stressless Cleaning for many years. Besides her father she is survived by her longtime companion Walter Waite of Pawtucket a son, Rachon Waite of Providence, eight sisters, and eight brothers. The funeral for Ms. Isom will be Tuesday, December 16, at 11:00am in the MANNING-HEFFERN FUNERAL HOME, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket. Her calling hours will be Tuesday morning from 8:30am in the funeral home. The burial will be in Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. For directions and guest book signatures, please visit manningheffern.com

Janet N (Storer) Freberg - East Greenwich, RI

Friday, December 12, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/12/08) East Greenwich Janet N. (Storer) Freberg, 81, of St. Elizabeth Way died Thursday, December 11, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital, Warwick. She was the wife of the late Ernest W. Freberg. B...

Kehoe, Madeline M. (McNally)

KEHOE, MADELINE M. (McNALLY) 85 of Cranston passed away Wednesday December 10, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late William Kehoe. Born in Pawtucket a daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel (Smith) McNally. Madeline spent her life raising her children and loving her friends and extended family. She always made time to be the Mom to many. She devoted her whole life to her family. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy and she cherished every moment with them. She was the beloved mother of Eleanor M. Casey, Carolyn A. Kehoe, Christine M. Goyette and Dennis T. Kehoe all of Cranston and Kenneth K. Kehoe of Somerset MA. Sister of Norma Muto of Esmond, R.I. and the late Thomas, Donald, Earl and Ronald McNally and Ilene Gray. Loving grandmother of 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 1 great great grand-daughter. Her funeral will be held on Saturday at 7:45 a.m from 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home 600 Pontiac Ave. Cranston, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Matthew's Church, Cranston. Burial will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. CALLING HOURS FRIDAY (TODAY) 4-8 p.m. Visit www.WoodlawnGattone.com for on-line condolences.

Madeline M Kehoe - Cranston, RI

Thursday, December 11, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/11/08) KEHOE, MADELINE M. (McNally) 85 of Cranston passed away Wednesday December 10, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late William Kehoe. Born in Pawtucket a daughter of the late Thomas and Ethel (Smit...

Milner, Marilyn (Pedder)

MILNER, MARILYN (PEDDER), 64, of Gurnee, IL, passed away December 6, 2008 at Midwest Palliative and Hospice Care Center in Skokie, IL. She was born in Providence, RI, to the late George and Frances Pedder. She is survived by her husband of 43 and a half years, Robert Milner; her daughters Denise Swynenberg of Liberty Hill, TX, and Elise Carman of Raymore, MO; her grandchildren Andrew and Kathryn Swynenberg and Ian and Kyle Carman; and her brother, Donald Pedder of Freemont, OH. Marilyn moved to Gurnee in 1985 and worked at the Chicago Medical School, A Safe Place, and Catholic Charities in various administrative positions. Memorial visitation is scheduled for Dec. 10, 2008 at 6-8 PM Wednesday at Marsh Funeral Home, 305 Cemetery Rd., Gurnee, IL. Interment will be Dec. 13, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Highland Memorial Park, Johnston, RI. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Midwest Hospice, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL 60025.

Pearce, Mary I. (Ballata)

Mary I. (Ballata) Pearce, 80, of Dixon Street, Westerly, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, Dec. 10, 2008, at her home. Mrs. Pearce was born in Westerly on June 8, 1928, the daughter of the late Salvatore and Hazel (Main) Ballata. Her husband, Henry L. Pearce, died in 1995. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Henry "Rusty" and Patty Pearce of Westerly, her son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Denise Pearce of Westerly, her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Dan Burke of Kentucky; seven grandchildren, Jaime, Kerri, Tomi-Lee, Brandon, Justin, Traci and Bomina; one great-grandchild, Hannah; and three sisters, Josephine Clary of Bradford, Kathleen Windsor of Ashaway and Patricia Coon of Ashaway. Mary's family and friends will always remember her cheerful smile, wonderful sense of humor, and willingness to help others. The Westerly Public Library proclaimed Dec. 3, 2008, as "Mary Pearce Day". She was a loyal and beloved library volunteer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 10 a.m. at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 7 Church St., Bradford. There will be no procession from the funeral home. Burial will take place at First Hopkinton Cemetery, Ashaway. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. A celebration of her life will follow the service. Funeral services are under the direction of Rushlow-Iacoi Funeral Home, 64 Friendship St., Westerly. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mary's name can be made to Hospice Care of Rhode Island, South County Office, 143 Main St., Wakefield, RI 02879.

Pierson, Thomas C.

PIERSON, THOMAS C., 58, of Eustis, FL died at home, on Friday, November 21, 2008. Born in Providence, he moved to Eustis in 1999 from Coventry. Thomas was an Electrician and a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Teresa L. Pierson of Eustis, FL; son, Craig Pierson of Leesburg, FL; daughter, Kristen Rathbun of Warwick; mother, Teresa Lea Pierson of Coventry; 4 brothers, Gil Pierson of Deerfield Beach, FL, Fr. Michael Pierson of Coventry. Ronnie Pierson of Astor, FL, Mark Pierson of Coventry; 4 grandchildren, Kayla Pierson, Jacob Thomas Pierson, Luke Pierson, Jason Rathbun. His committal service with military honors will be Monday at 10 am in the RI Veterans Cemetery, 301 So. County Trail, Exeter. A Memorial Mass is Sunday at 2 pm in St. Patrick Church, 2068 Cranston St., Cranston. www.Iannottifh.com.

Redington, Harriette (Phillips)

REDINGTON, HARRIETTE (PHILLIPS), 92, a resident of Greenwich Farms and formerly of Narragansett, RI, Greenwich, CT and Stamford, CT died Thursday, December 4, 2008 in Kent Hospital with her family at her side. Harriette is predeceased by her first husband Thomas R. Fisher, Jr., her second husband Edgar H. Redington, Jr. and her sisters, Barbara Phillips Shove and Elizabeth Phillips Howland She is survived by her sister, Jean Phillips McLeod of Essex, CT, her children, Harriette Leyla Anderson of Narragansett, RI, Mary Molly Hawthorne of Norton MA, Thomas R.F. Redington of Southport, CT, Rowley Rey Redington of Montclair, NJ, Nancy Ayre of Woodbury, CT and Deborah Imse of Bow, NH. Also surviving her are her devoted sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, her sixteen grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will take place at Christ Church, 254 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830 on Saturday, January 24 at 11:00 AM. A private burial will take place at a later date at Grove Street Cemetery in New Haven, CT. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a donation to Guiding Eyes for the Blind, 611 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 in Harriettes memory. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.

Shields Jr., Charles W.

SHIELDS, CHARLES W., JR., 91, died on December 5th at home in Johnston. Married for 50 years to Jacqueline Smith, he is survived by his daughters, Martha Stoebling, of Middletown, NY, and Marianne Shields, of Amsterdam, the Netherlands and Johnston, three grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and a great-great grandson. Retired Director of the RI Council on Highway Safety, Charles was an avid pilot, boater and photographer. He was a flight instructor for the US Navy during WWII and later managed two airports in Maine. Returning to his native Rhode Island, he continued to fly into his mid-80s and remained an active member of the Rhode Island Pilots Association. An enthusiastic boater and photographer, Charles created a historic photographic collection of the Americas Cup races in Newport over more than two decades. A memorial service will be held at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Johnston, at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 13th. The family can be contacted in Johnston or by email at mshields@dds.nl

Torregano, Stella T. (Correy)

TORREGANO, STELLA T. (CORREY) 69, of Rugby St. passed away peacefully Saturday, December 6, 2008 surrounded by her loving family at RI Hospital. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Emmanuel and Stella (Boulden) Correy. Mrs. Torregano was an assistant manager for Colibri Manufacturing, Providence for 15 years before her retirement. She is survived by her children Janice Ellerbe, Roberta, and David Correy of Providence and Charles Correy of FL; two brothers Frederick and Leon Correy both of Providence and a sister Frances Wells of FL; she is also survived by her 5 grandsons, a granddaughter, 6 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins, sister and brothers-in-law and friends. A funeral home service will be held Saturday at 10am in the A.A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St., Providence. Visiting hours Saturday 8-10am. Burial will be private. www.marianiandson.com

Trudo, Dorothy (Martin)

TRUDO, DOROTHY (MARTIN), 84, of Lambert Lind Highway, Warwick, formerly of East Providence, died Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Manor in Bristol. She was the wife of the late Anthony Corria and the late Anthony Trudo. Born in East Providence, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Maria Jose (Medeiros) Matias. She is survived by her son, Robert Corria of Warwick, and her two sisters, Emily Perry and Irene Escobar both of E. Prov. She was the sister of the late Lucy Phillips, Louise Pacheco and Manuel Martin. Her funeral will be held on Saturday with a concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 21 Traverse St., Providence. Her nephew, the Rev. Joseph A. Escobar, will be the main celebrant and homilist. Burial will be in Mt. St. Mary Cemetery. Relatives and friends may attend the visitation from 10:00-11:00 AM in the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Arrangements by the Rebello Funeral Home. www.rebellofuneralhome.com

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Thursday, December 11, 2008

Rhode Island Obituaries 12/11/08

Barlow-Coughlin, Isabel F. (Fricker)

BARLOW-COUGHLIN, ISABEL, F. (FRICKER) died Wednesday, December 10, 2008. She was the wife of the late John K. Coughlin and the late Walter J. Barlow. She was the beloved mother of Jane F. Walbridge, 2 grandsons and 2 great grandsons; also a stepson, Dennis J. Barlow and the late step daughter Shirley Lawrence. And 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Her funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 am in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave. Warwick. Burial will be in Blackstone Cemetery, Blackstone, MA. Visiting hours Friday 6-8 pm. Information and guestbook, visit TheQuinnFuneralHome.com.

Barnaby, Gladys

BARNABY, GLADYS, 88, passed away, Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Hallworth House, Providence. She was the wife of the late Alcide Barnaby. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna (Busby) Evans. Mrs. Barnaby was a box maker for the former Artistic Company of Pawtucket for several years, retiring in 1965. She had lived most of her life in Pawtucket. She is survived by her son, Rev. Alcide Barnaby Jr. and his partner Daniel Harvey of Providence, a niece, Shandelle Johnson, and a sister-in-law, Esther Evans. She was the sister of the late Thomas A. Evans Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to a Requiem Eucharist Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 10am in Saint James Episcopal Church, 474 Fruit Hill Avenue, North Providence. Burial will be in Walnut Hill Cemetery, Pawtucket. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Arrangements by Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home, Pawtucket. For more information, visit us at rifuneral.com

Bove, Evelyn R. (Golato)

BOVE, EVELYN (GOLATO) R., 79 of Randall Avenue, Warwick, died Tuesday, December 9, 2008 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Ralph Bove for 59 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Adeline (Cicchetti) Golato. She lived in Warwick for most of her life. Evelyn was a homemaker and avid cook and baker. The Christmas season was her favorite time of year and she took great pride in baking her Italian cookies and preparing the traditional Christmas Eve dinner for her family and friends. She cherished her family and took pleasure in spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Besides her husband Ralph, she leaves her sons Robert Bove and his wife Doris, Richard Bove and his wife Jane, Dennis Bove and his wife Patricia, and her beloved daughter Janet Verdi, all of Warwick, seven granddaughters, Gina Bove, Lisa Bove-Baldelli, Jessica Bove, Jennifer Bove, Kaite Bove-Furney, Stephanie Bove, and Rochelle Verdi, one grandson, Dennis Bove, Jr. of FL, and two great grandchildren. Evelyn was the mother-in-law of the late Michael Verdi. She was the sister of Nicholas Golato and Dorothy Buccini of Warwick, and Anna Pinga of West Warwick. Her funeral will be held on Saturday, December 13, at 8:45AM from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM in St. Kevins Church, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick. VISITING HOURS Friday 4-8PM. Burial will be in St. Anns Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: VNA of RI, 475 Kilvert Street Suite 400, Warwick, RI 02886. Please visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.

Carlin, William F.

CARLIN, WILLIAM F., 63, of Smithfield Ave, died Tuesday unexpectedly at home. He was the husband of Donna (Briand) Carlin. They have been married for 23 years. Born in Attleboro, a son of Louise (Rodgers) Carlin whom William provided care for and the late Frederick Carlin. He resided his married life in Pawtucket and formerly was a longtime Lincoln resident. He had been employed by Costa Fruit and Produce for many years before retiring. Besides his wife and Mother, he is survived by a son, Joseph Jamro of Fall River, MA, and a daughter, Erika Ridout of Harrisburg, PA, a brother, David C. Carlin of Lincoln. two nieces, Debbie Carlin of Cumberland and Kelley Carlin of Melbourne, Florida. He was the father of the late William C. Carlin. A funeral service will be held Saturday at 10am in the Keefe Funeral Home, Five Higginson Ave., Lincoln. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Friday 5-8pm. For information and online guestbook visit thekeefefuneral home.com.

Claire M (Rosini) Ouellette - Providence, RI

Thursday, December 11, 2008 3:00 AM

DiPippo, Ida I.

DiPIPPO, IDA I. 82, of Hazael Street, Providence, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at Cortland Place, Smithfield. She was the former wife of the late Adolph L. DiPippo, Sr. Born in Providence; she was a daughter of the late Gregory and Mary (Marchetti) Sargino. Ms. DiPippo was employed by the Catholic Diocese of Providence for many years. She also worked for the former Junction Human Service Corporation of Providence in the Adolescent Behavior Program before retiring in 1994. She is survived by her loving children, Adolph L. DiPippo, Jr. and his wife Marilyn of Cranston, Esther M. Major and her husband Michael of Cranston, Paul DiPippo and his wife Elizabeth of North Scituate, Robert DiPippo and his wife Roxanne of Cranston, Pasquale DiPippo and his wife Denise of Cranston and Gregory DiPippo of Providence. Ms. DiPippo was the grandmother of seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, seven step-great grandchildren. She was the sister of the late John Sargino, Mary Benjamin and Michael Sargino. Ida was the loving friend of John Cabral of Greenville. Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Marys Church, Cranston Street, Cranston. Burial will be in St. Anns Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS Friday 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd. Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813.Visit www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences.

Dibattista, Carmella Clara (D'Arrezzo)

DiBATTISTA, CARMELLA CLARA (D'ARREZZO), 87, of Preston Avenue, died on December 10, 2008 at the South County Hospital, Wakefield. She was the wife of the late Gerald DiBattista. They had been married for 66 years. Mrs. DiBattista was an avid baker who shared her wonderful biscuits for all to enjoy. Mrs. DiBattista was the devoted and loving mother of Geraldine Siegmund of Wakefield and Joseph DiBattista of Seekonk, MA. Grandmother of 6 and Great grandmother of 4. She was also the sister of the late Elizabeth Furia, Tillie Gerbino, Genevieve Quaranta, Amelia Smith, Bennie, Pasco, Albert, Anthony, Louis and Raymond D'Arezzo. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 11:00am in St. Marys Church, Cranston Street, Cranston and may call at the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME 1278 Park Avenue Cranston on Friday 5 to7 pm. Burial will be in St. Anns Cemetery, Cranston. Kindly omit flowers. Please visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.

Frezza, Thomas A.

FREZZA, THOMAS A., 70, of Tyndall Avenue, died Tuesday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Alice M. (Bowles) Frezza. They were in their 50th year of marriage. Born in Providence, a son of the late Anthony J. and Genevieve E. (Swift) Frezza, he lived in Providence most of his life. Mr. Frezza was a supervisor for G Tech for ten years, and most recently worked as a parking lot supervisor for the Churchill & Banks Company for the past two years. An avid lifelong sports fan, especially the NY Yankees and Giants, he was active in the Saint Thomas Parish C.Y.O. as the director of the Sports Committee and basketball coach, for several years. He also played in several softball leagues during his younger years, and was also known for his beautiful singing voice. Besides his wife Alice, he leaves his loving daughters, Jean Marie Frezza, Teresa M. Berube, and Mary A. Frezza; his brother, Walter F. Frezza, as well as other siblings, and two loving granddaughters, Katherine and Valerie Desautel. The funeral will be held Saturday, at 8:45 am, from the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 331 Smith Street, Providence. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in Saint Agnes Church, 100 Chatham Street, Providence. Burial will be in Saint Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours Friday, 5 to 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Saint Agnes Church, 351 Branch Avenue, Providence, RI 02904 in his memory will be appreciated.www.boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

Hawkins, Roberta M.

HAWKINS, ROBERTA M., 67, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. Roberta was the wife of the late Leon E. Hawkins; daughter of the late Robert Banford and Marie (Vezenia) Boyd. Roberta Hawkins was the founder and Executive Director of the Alliance for Better Long Term Care, Inc., a not-for-profit private agency dedicated to the mission of improving the quality of life and health care of residents of long term care facilities, assisted living facilities and home health care and hospice patients. Roberta Hawkins led, developed, and expanded the agency for 30 years, providing advocacy and assistance to consumers of long term care, their families and their caregivers. Under her direction, the Alliance was designated in 1998 as the R. I. Ombudsman for Long Term Care by the R. I. Dept. of Elderly Affairs. In that capacity, Alliance staff and trained volunteers advocate for elders and disabled persons in long term care who are victims of abuse, neglect, abandonment or financial exploitation. She was a frequent caller and visitor to state agencies and state officials and appeared at countless hearings and meetings to voice her concerns and to advocate for improvements to the quality of care and the quality of life for long term care patients. She promoted and supported legislative and regulatory improvements for health care and was an implacable foe of any attempt to disadvantage people needing long term care. There was no one too high for her to engage in her campaigns. She was vocal and tireless on behalf of her constituents, and she made time to give her personal attention to countless families, patients, caregivers and care providers. During her career, she served on scores of policy and advisory boards, including the R.I. Long Term Care Coordinating Council and the R. I. Disability Law Center and participated in hundreds of work groups to protect and improve long term care programs and services. She was recognized by Attorney General Patrick Lynch for her work in the Hillside Health Center scandal; by former Lt. Governor Fogarty for her outstanding efforts to promote residents' rights; by Quality Partners of RI for lifetime achievement, and others too numerous to mention. She was the beloved mother of Cynthia Redman and the late Robin Klees; devoted grandmother of Melissa Klees and Robert Klees; sister of Susan Puleo, Jane Seal, and Stephen Beltrami. She also leaves her sister-in-law Rosemarie Barre; godchildren Katherine Bourgeault, Stephen Beltrami, Jr., and Lisa Cotoia; caregiver Richard Allen; and her many friends. Calling hours are Friday 3-7 pm with a service to be held at 7 pm in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. In lieu of flowers, contributions to ABLTC, 422 Post Road, Suite 204, Warwick, RI will be appreciated. Relatives and friends are invited to a celebration of her life Wednesday, December 17 at 5 pm at the Warwick Country Club, Warwick Neck Avenue. Info and guestbook, visit www.TheQuinnFuneralHome.com.

Himeon, Charles E.

HIMEON, CHARLES E., 90, of George St., passed away Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008. He was the beloved husband of the late Bertha M. (Samardak) Himeon. He was a retired Electrical Supervisor for R.I. College for 14 years. He was a WWII Navy Chief Petty Officer. A Military Funeral will be held Saturday, Dec.1 3, 2008 at 8:30 AM from the Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home, 342 High St., Central Falls with a Funeral Service in the Funeral Home at 9:30 AM. CALLING HOURS FRIDAY FROM 4-7 PM. Burial in Swan Point Cemetery, Providence.

Howard IV, William Henry

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Hummel, Anne C.

HUMMEL, ANNE C., 83 of Old Saybrook, CT, formerly of Barrington, died Dec. 5th at home. She was the wife of the late Charles E. Hummel, president of the former Barrington College. They were married 53 years. She was born in Asheville, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Richard Austin and Annie Reaux Jones Childs. After graduating from Wellesley College in 1947 she worked as a lay minister with college students throughout the South for Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship. She co-authored with her husband numerous Bible study guides for Inter Varsity Press. She later worked with special needs children at Elm Park Daycare Center in Worcester in the 1970s and 1980s and most recently was active in Grace Episcopal Church in Old Saybrook, where she had lived the past 14 years. She leaves four children: Elizabeth Hummel of Richmond, VA; Charles E. Hummel III of Southington, CT; Richard Hummel of Worcester and James Hummel of Barrington; two brothers, Wylie Childs of California and Richard Childs Jr. of Ohio; and five grandchildren. She was also the sister of the late Brevard Childs. Her funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 336 Main Street, Old Saybrook.

John, Roscoe D.

JOHN, ROSCOE D., 90, of Phoenix Avenue, a retired plumber, died Tuesday in Cedar Crest Nursing Home, Cranston. He was the devoted husband of Florence M. (Olive) John. Born in West Grove, Iowa, he was a son of the late Wardie H. and Ottie (Swain) John. A veteran of The United States Navy, he served in World War II. Mr. John had been employed with Local 28, Providence for sixty five years, retiring in 1983. He was a member of the VFW Kelly-Gazzerro Post and Plumbers Local #28, Providence. He was the loving father of Shirley A. Loiselle of Cranston, Gary L John of Charlestown, and Gail J. Oakes of Cranston; the cherished brother of Lowell John and Wayne John both of Burlington, Iowa, Beulah Summers of Memphis Missouri, and Betty Jean Fox of Port Clinton, Ohio; the beloved grandfather of seven and great grandfather of one. He was the brother of the late Oddis, Lyle, and Melvin John and Beatrice Niles. His funeral will be held Friday at 9:00 am in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Rt. 5, Greenwood, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). Burial with military honors will follow in The Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Relatives and friends are invited and may call TODAY, Thursday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to VNA of Care New England, 51 Health Lane, Warwick, RI 02886 would be appreciated. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org.

Klian, Biouzand

KLIAN, BIOUZAND, 76, of Garden City Dr., Cranston, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Artemis (Papazian) Klian. Born in Greece, a son of the late Haigaz and Verjine (Tauokjian) Klian, he moved to Yerevan, Armenia in 1948 and to the U.S. in 1975. Mr. Klian was an automobile mechanic in Armenia and worked in the jewelry industry in RI before retiring. Besides his wife, he was the devoted father of Verjine Altomari of Cranston and Aykaz Klian of Dorchester, MA; dear brother of Konarik Chakmakian of Cranston and the late Garo Klian; and loving grandfather of Kristina Altomari, Mia Klian and Zabel Klian. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service Friday at 11:00 a.m. in Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church, 402 Broadway Providence, followed by interment at Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Visit www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences.

Leonard, Owen D.

LEONARD, OWEN D., 86, of North Scituate, died Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Jean L. (Anderson) Leonard. Father of Susan L. Shine Funeral services Private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Salvation Army, 1515 Elmwood Ave. Cranston, RI 02910 or Visiting Nurse Service of Greater RI, 6 Blackstone Valley Place, Ste. 515, Lincoln, RI 02865 will be appreciated. For full obituary, visit www.TuckerQuinnFuneralChapel.com.

MacDougall, Leonora C.

MacDOUGALL, LEONORA C., age 72, passed away on December 9, 2008. Loving mother of Bernard MacDougall, Sheryl MacDougall-Fusco, Janet Lee Cafferky and Judith Palmer. Sister of Lawrence and Joanne Devine. Her funeral will be held on SATURDAY at 8am from the RUSSELL J. BOYLE & SON Funeral Home 142 Centerville Rd., WARWICK, with a service in St. Paul Episcopal Church 55 Main St., North Kingstown at 9:30am. A graveside burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours are FRIDAY from 4 to 7pm. For a complete obituary/ online expressions of sympathy, visit www.boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

Madeline M Kehoe - Cranston, RI

Thursday, December 11, 2008 3:00 AM

Mancuso, John A.

MANCUSO, JOHN A., 94, of Farmington Avenue, Cranston passed away December 9, 2008 after a brief illness. He was the husband of over 60 years to the late Margherite (Lanzi) Mancuso and the son of the late Antonio and Providencia (Corso) Mancuso. Mr. Mancuso was a sample maker for various jewelry manufacturers before retiring. He was also a WW II Coast Guard Veteran. He was the father of Eileen Spagnole and her husband Anthony of Lincoln; grandfather of Richard and Christopher and great grandfather of Christopher William; brother of the late Salvatore and Joseph 'Pip' Mancuso, Anna Renzi, and Josephine Picerno. His funeral with visitation will be held Friday at 8:30 AM in the ROMANO FUNERAL HOME, 627 Union Avenue, Providence followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Bartholomew Church, 297 Laurel Hill Avenue, Providence. Burial to follow in RI Veteran Cemetery, Exeter. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Bartholomew Memorial Fund.

McNulty, Consuelo (Villanueva)

McNULTY, CONSUELO (VILLANUEVA), 70, of Pine River Drive, passed away peacefully Tuesday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. She was the wife of the late Karl J. McNulty, Jr. who passed away on November 2, 2008. Born in Lima, Peru, she was the beloved daughter of Maria Villanueva of North Kingstown and the late Manuel Villanueva. Mrs. McNulty received a BA in Education from New Mexico State University and her Masters in Education from the University of Oregon. She was a Spanish Teacher at North Kingstown High School for over 20 years and led numerous trips abroad with students. She also taught Adult Education courses at night when they were offered by the town. After her retirement she remained at the school in various capacities. She will be remembered for her optimism, her inimitable laugh and her love of life. She was a longtime member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 707 having served as Flotilla commander and Flotilla officer. She was also a member of the Greenwich Bay Sail & Power Squadron. She was an active communicant of St. Francis de Sales Church. Besides her mother, she leaves two step-sons, Kevin and Rodman McNulty; four step-daughters, Lynn Varone, Dawn Jordan, Kristen De Rosa and Elizabeth Butterworth; two brothers, Manuel and Rafael Villanueva; a sister Elvira Echegaray; 13 step-grandchildren and 7 step-great-grandchildren. She was the step-mother of the late Denise Stewart. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Saturday December 13, 2008 at 10am in St. Francis de Sales Church, 381 School Street, North Kingstown. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to St. Francis de Sales Church Building Fund or Home & Hospice Care of RI, Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, 169 George Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860 will be appreciated. For information and guestbook visit: www.FaganQuinnFuneralHome.com.

Munzer, Patricia J.

MUNZER, PATRICIA J., 58, of Rip Van Winkle Circle, died Saturday at The Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Lake Forrest, IL, she was the loving daughter of Rita R. (Smith) Munzer of Warwick and the late Jean H. Munzer. Miss Munzer was a Librarian for Pilgrim High School, Warwick. She received her Bachelors Degree from RI College and her Masters Degree from URI in Library Sciences, and her CAD of Science from RI College. She was an avid conservationist and musician and having an interest in cars, she was the first female to complete the automotive course at RI College. She was a competitive swimmer for the RI Aquatic Assoc., was an avid tennis fan, and collected stuffed bears. Besides her mother, she is survived by her brother, Thomas S. Munzer of Washington, D.C. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 10:00am in St. Clement Church, 111 Long Street, Warwick, to which relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private. Calling hours respectfully omitted. Kindly omit flowers. Gifts in her memory to Saint Clement Church, 111 Long Street, Warwick, RI, 02886 would be appreciated. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org

Pearce, Mary I. (Ballata)

Piccolo, Alberto M.

PICCOLO, ALBERTO M., 95, passed away Monday, December 8th at the Rhode Island Veterans Home, where he had been living for 6 years and was formerly of Mineral Spring Gardens. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Angela (D'Amico) Piccolo and had been the husband of the late Cynthia (Farrell) Piccolo. Mr. Piccolo had worked at the U.S. Post Office before retiring and had served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was also a graduate of Tufts University. He was the stepfather of Melissa Johnson; father of the late Cynthia Anderson; grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 8; brother of the late James and Louis Piccolo, Aldorina Besachio and Christina DiTomasso. Visiting hours are omitted. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony Church, 1413 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence. Interment with Military Honors will follow in the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Arrangements by PONTARELLI-MARINO.

Rita J (Jean) Dupuis - Fall River, MA

Wednesday, December 10, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/10/08) Rita (Jean) Dupuis, 85, of Highland Ave., Fall River, formerly of Mason St. and Borden Place East, widow of Wilfred J. Dupuis, died Monday, December 8, 2008. She leaves 2 sons, Robert W....

Salisbury, Thelma M. (Poole)

SALISBURY, THELMA M. (POOLE), 93, died Monday at the Nancy Ann Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Andrew L. Salisbury. She was a daughter of the late Frank and Hazel (Round) Poole. She is survived by two children Clayton Salisbury of Hampton, CT and Elda Carrigan of Foster. 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Norine Barrett and Luann Salisbury. She was the sister of Clinton, Stanley and Douglas Poole and the late Frank Jr. and Lewis Poole. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 9:00AM at the Foster Center Baptist Church, Howard Hill Rd., Foster. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Home and Hospice Care of RI, 169 George St., Pawtucket, RI 02860 or to the Foster Center Baptist Church, P.O. Box 203, Foster, RI 02825. Arrangements by Winfield & Sons Funeral Home.

Saravo, Margaret D. (Mooney)

SARAVO, MARGARET D. (MOONEY) 83, passed away December 9, 2008 at Summit Commons, Providence. She was the wife of the late Ettore V. Saravo. She leaves a son, Joseph A. Saravo and his wife Patricia of North Providence; two grandchildren, Vanessa M. Famiglietti of Lincoln and Joseph A. Saravo, Jr. of North Providence and a great grandchild, Jake M. Famiglietti. Her funeral will be held Friday at 9:30 am from the A. A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St., Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1081 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence. Visiting hours Friday 8-9:30am. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence.

St. Jean, Roland J.

ST. JEAN, ROLAND J. 'SMITTY', 88, of Westcott Rd., passed away Thursday at the Westview Health Care Center. He was the former husband of the late Virginia W. (Nadeau) St. Jean and the late Barbara (Ward) Anderson. Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late George and Celia (Smith) St. Jean. He is survived by his children, Linda H. Carlow and her husband Warren, Michael St. Jean and his wife Mary, and Roland J. St. Jean Jr. and his wife Maureen, 2 step-children, 2 sisters, Doris Monahan and Anita Swanson, 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was a brother of the late Helen Hebert. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service with military honors on Saturday morning at 11:00 am in the R.A. IANNOTTI Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., Coventry. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 10:00 - 11:00 am. Burial will be private. For more information and condolences, visit: www.iannottifh.com.

Sullivan, Mary M.

SULLIVAN, MARY M., 82, of Smithfield, died Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late William J. and Agnes (McQuade) Sullivan. Mary had been a Special Education teacher in the Smithfield Public Schools for 41 years. She also enjoyed her sheep, and loved to travel and garden. Mrs. Sullivan was a former choir member and taught CCD classes at St. Michael's Church, Georgiaville. Mary is survived by her sister Eileen Sullivan. Her funeral will be held Saturday at 10 AM from the TUCKER-QUINN Funeral Chapel, 643 Putnam Ave., Greenville with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Michael Church, 80 Farnum Pike, Smithfield at 11 AM. Burial will be private. Visiting Hours Friday 2-6 PM. In lieu of flowers, spiritual bouquets in her memory will be appreciated. Information and guestbook, visit www.TuckerQuinnFuneralChapel.com.

Tracy, William E.

TRACY, WILLIAM E., 70 of Alfa Drive, Pawtucket, formerly of Riverside died Monday in Providence. He was the husband of Joan Horton Tracy. Born in Providence he was a son of the late William and Gladys (Howarth) Tracy. He was an Army Veteran of the Viet Nam era. He leaves 2 sons, Matthew Tracy and Christopher Tracy both of Riverside, a daughter, Jessica Tracy of Attleboro, a brother James Tracy of Barrington and 3 granddaughters. He was also the brother of the late Gloria Smith and Marie Cullen. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 12 Noon in the Smith-Mason Funeral Home, 398 Willett Avenue, Riverside. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 169 George Street, Pawtucket 02860 would be appreciated. Visit smithmason.com for information and online condolences.

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Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Rhode Island Obituaries 12/09/08

Alves, Ferdinand

ALVES, FERDINAND, 94, Charlestown, and formerly of Warren passed away Sunday afternoon at Westerly HealthCare Center in Westerly. He was the husband of the late Virginia J. (Perry) Alves. He leaves a son Daniel Michael Alves of Charlestown. Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren, where family will receive friends Wednesday 4-7pm. Funeral Thursday 8:45am at the funeral home, 10 am in St. Mary of the Bay, RI. Burial will be in St. Mary of the Bay Cemetery in Warren. For additional information please visit: www.celebratewithsmith.com.

Bartlett, Mary W.

BARTLETT, MARY W., 79, of Smithfield, passed away Monday, December 8, 2008 at Epoch on Blackstone Blvd. in Providence. Born in Oceanside, California she was the wife of the late Edward O. Bartlett. She is survived by her son Philip S. Bartlett and his wife Karen Kiely Bartlett of Providence and her daughter Susan 'Siri Naryan Khalsa' Bartlett of Plymouth, Ma. She leaves three grandsons, Kyle Edward Bartlett of Charlestown, Blair Abbott Bartlett of West Hartford, Ct. and Philip S. Bartlett Jr. of Hoboken, NJ. She also leaves two great grandsons. Mary was an RN who loved her work. She did private nursing at the Miriam Hospital and The Jane Brown Hospital. She was also a school nurse at Rhode Island College and the Smithfield Public Schools. She and her late husband were active members of The Smith Applebee House in Smithfield and former members of Central Congregational Church in Providence. Mary's remains will be returned to Oceanside, California. A Memorial Service will be planned at a later date.

Caputo, Anna F. (Aucone)

CAPUTO, ANNA F. (AUCONE), 75 of DePinedo St., passed away peacefully Sunday, December 7, 2008 surrounded by her loving family at the Philip Hulitar Home and Hospice Center after a 1 1/2 year courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife of James V. Caputo. They were happily married for 55 years. Born in Providence, she was the devoted daughter of the late Ernesto and Flavia (Balasco) Aucone. Mrs. Caputo was a volunteer for over 30 years at the Memorial Hospital. She had a lively personality, enjoying life and loving people. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed bible study. Besides her husband she is survived by her children James V. Caputo Jr. of North Providence and Janet C. Stone of Narragansett; and a brother Ernest Aucone of Providence. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren and a great granddaughter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday at 11am in St. Ann Church, Hawkins St., Providence. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Home & Hospice Care of RI, 169 George St., Pawtucket, RI 02860, would be appreciated. Arrangements by A.A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, Providence. www.marianiandson.com

Carroll, Mary E. (Conley)

CARROLL, MARY E. (CONLEY), 85, of Warwick, a coordinator for 23 years for the diocese of Providence before retiring, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Kent Regency. She was the wife of the late James J. Carroll and the beloved mother of Mary Ann Carroll. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Eugene and Teresa (Fox) Conley, she had been a Warwick resident since 1954. Mary was a member of Ss. Rose and Clement Parish and the Legion of Mary. She was a Eucharistic Minister at Kent Hospital and a Lay Minister. Her funeral will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave., with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Clement Church, Long Street, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the RI Coalition for the Homeless, 160 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02903, will be appreciated. Information and guestbook, visit: www.TheQuinnFuneralHome.com

DeSano, John A.

DeSANO, JOHN A., ESQ., 78, of Fireside Drive in Barrington, passed away peacefully Monday morning at home. He was the devoted husband of Adelina 'Lena' (Martinuzzi) DeSano of 54 beautiful years. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Albert & Madeline (DelSanto) DeSano. Mr. DeSano was an alumus of Brown University and Boston University Law School, he practiced law in Providence for more than 50 Years. He was an active member of the Rhode Island Bar Association from which he received many probono awards. Mr. DeSano was a Veteran of the Korean War and communicant of St. Alexander Parish in Warren where he was a lector and eucharistic minister for many years. Besides his loving wife he is survived by a son John A. DeSano of Warren; three daughters Paula M. DeSano of Bristol, Carol A. DeSano of Glocester and Sandra M. Pezzullo of Barrington; a brother Anthony R. DeSano, Sr. of North Providence; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. Mass of Christian Burial to which relatives and friends are invited will be celebrated Thursday at 11 AM in St. Alexander Church, Main Street in Warren, RI. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Providence, RI. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson Research, P.O.. Box 780, NY, NY 10008-0780. For additional information please visit www.celebratewithsmith.com.

DiCristofano, Emiliana M. (Paolella)

DiCRISTOFANO, EMILIANA M. 'MARIA' (PAOLELLA), 83, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully on Saturday at her home with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Antonio DiCristofano. They were married for 54 years. Born in Paris, France, Emiliana was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Maria Teresa (Franchetti) Paolella. She was employed by the State of Rhode Island before her retirement and a communicant of St. Agnes Church in Providence. Emiliana was a talented and gentle woman, happiest when surrounded by her devoted family. Besides her husband, she leaves her children, Louis DiCristofano and his wife Marilena; Mirella Ferris and her husband, Ed, Gloria Bryce and her husband, Rob; her grandsons, Spencer and Cameron Bryce, and Jonathan and Jordan Ferris; and her brothers and sister in Italy, Arturo, Rosina, Mario, and Egidio Paolella. She was the sister of the late Vittorio Paolella. Calling hours Wednesday 4-8 PM in the A. A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200 Hawkins St., Providence. Funeral Thursday at 9 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 AM in St. Agnes Church, 100 Chatham St., Providence. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mrs. DiCristofano's memory to: St. Agnes Church, 351 Branch Ave., Providence, RI 02904. WWW.MARIANIANDSON.COM

Duffell, Kenneth

DUFFELL, KENNETH, 100, of Old Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland, and formerly of Bergeron Street, Seekonk, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Emerald Bay Manor, Cumberland. He was the beloved husband for 61 years of the late Catherine T. (Cahalan) Duffell. Born in Cumberland, July 1, 1908, a son of the late James and Mary (Irvine) Duffell, he had lived in Seekonk for 53 years before moving to Cumberland 6 years ago. Mr. Duffell was an accountant for the former Potter & Johnson Company, Pawtucket and later worked for Crown Metro before his retirement. He celebrated his 100th birthday on July 5 surrounded by his family and friends at the Agawam Hunt Club, East Providence. He attended Bryant & Stratton Business School. Mr. Duffell served on the Seekonk School Committee in the 1960s and 1970s. He was a member and vestryman of the former St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Pawtucket. He coached several youth sports teams in Seekonk and served as treasurer of the Pop Warner League and the Babe Ruth League. He was a 50-year member of the former Unity Lodge #34, F. & A.M., Cumberland, now St. John's Lodge #1, F. & A.M., Providence. Mr. Duffell served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II attached to the 5th Army Air Corps Base Unit at Barksdale Field in Louisiana. He is survived by two daughters, Carol E. Masuck of Seekonk, MA and Kathy A. McCarthy of Pleasanton, CA; two sons, David K. Duffell of Lincoln and Paul J. Duffell of Norfolk, MA; five grandchildren, Michael Masuck, and Kerri, Andrew, Brian and Laura Duffell; two great-grandchildren, Matthew and Ashley; and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Norman, William, James, Raymond and Robert Duffell, and Emily Brown, Gladys Leach, Louise Allen and Violet MacManus. His funeral will be held FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 at 8:45 A.M. from BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln with a Requiem Eucharist at 10 A.M. in Christ Church, 1643 Lonsdale Avenue, Lincoln. Burial, with military honors, will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Pawtucket. Relatives and friends are invited and may call THURSDAY 4-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Duffell's memory to Shriners Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114, would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit: www.bellowsfh.com

Duffin II, Thomas L.

DUFFIN, THOMAS L. II, 81, of Hilltop Place, New London, NH, formerly of Warwick, RI, died peacefully at home on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008. A retired advertising manager of The Providence Journal, he was the son of the late Grace (deRuitter) and Thomas L. Duffin of Warwick, RI. Mr. Duffin was born in Brooklyn, NY and grew up in East Orange, NJ. He was an Army Veteran of WWII. He was a 1950 graduate of the School of Journalism at Syracuse University. Mr. Duffin was employed by The Providence Journal for 32 years and had been a member of numerous professional advertising associations in RI and New England. He was the beloved husband of Eleanor (Mackin) Duffin. Besides his wife of 57 years, he is survived by his four children, Susan Duffin of Stone Mountain, GA, T. Bradley Duffin and his wife, Lynne of Newburyport, MA, Elizabeth Murphy and her husband, James Forward of Topsfield, MA and Robert Duffin and his wife, Denise of Salem, MA. He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Thomas Murphy, Tyler and Olivia Duffin, and Chase and Clayton Duffin. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Fatima Church in New London. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Fatima, 724 Main Street, New London, NH. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lake Sunapee Region Visiting Nurse Association, P.O. Box 2209, New London, NH 03257. Chadwick Funeral Service of New London, NH is assisting the family with arrangements.

Guadagni, Carol A. (Ricci)

GUADAGNI, CAROL A. (RICCI), 66, passed away December 7th at home. Born in Pawtucket, RI, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Mabel (Walker) Ricci and had been the wife of the late Giulio J. Guadagni. Mrs. Guadagni was a solderer for Lee's Manufacturing before retiring. She leaves a daughter, Nicole A. Guadagni; three brothers, John, Anthony and Brian Ricci; four sisters, Joan Haas, Elaine Kilduff, Claire Taylor, and Ann Ogden. She was the mother of the late Michael G. Guadagni and sister of the late George Ricci. Visitation will be held Tuesday, 5-8 p.m. with a funeral on Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony Church, 1413 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, followed by interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of RI, 757 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910. To express your condolences through our online guestbook, visit www.mem.com.

Joyce M (Kandalaft) Kelly - Attleboro, MA

Monday, December 8, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/08/08) Attleboro ~ Joyce M. (Kandalaft) Kelly, 50, of South Attleboro, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2008 at home. She was the longtime companion of David Hood. Born in Pawtucket, the daughter of Elias and...

Kenneth Duffell - Seekonk, MA

Monday, December 8, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/08/08) Seekonk, MA Kenneth Duffell, 100, of Old Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland and formerly of Bergeron Street, Seekonk, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Emerald Bay Manor, Cumberland. He was the beloved...

LaCroix, Barbara N. (Manish)

LaCROIX, BARBARA N. (MANISH), 75, of Vista Cir, formerly of Exeter, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday at South County Hospital. She was the wife of Marcel A. LaCroix. They had been married for 45 years. Born in West Warwick, a daughter of the late Manuel and Georgianna (Rego) Manish. She was a resident of Exeter for 33 years before moving to North Kingstown 2 years ago. Mrs. LaCroix was an elementary school teacher in the West Warwick School System for 12 years before retiring in 1968. She was an avid reader and Red Sox fan, enjoyed needlepoint, knitting, playing cards and spending time with her family. Besides her husband she leaves two daughters, Lynne Gouveia of Exeter and Lisa Allen of North Kingstown; two sons, Marc LaCroix of West Warwick and Steven LaCroix, (Newport Fire Dept.) of North Kingstown; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was the grandmother of the late Ashley Lynne LaCroix and a sister of the late John and Raymond Manish. Her funeral will be held Thursday at 8:45 a.m. from the HENAULT-GALLOGLY Funeral Home, 5 Eddy St., West Warwick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. Bernard Church, Tower Hill Rd., North Kingstown. Interment will follow in RI Veterans Cemetery. Visiting hours Wednesday, 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Alzheimers Assn., RI Chapter, 245 Waterman St., Ste. 306, Prov., RI 02906 or St. Bernard Church, 410 Tower Hill Rd., North Kingstown, RI 02852 in her memory would be appreciated. Information and condolences, please visit: www.henault-gallogly.com

Lynn J (Lithgow) Tessaglia - Johnston, RI

Monday, December 8, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/08/08) Lynn Jeanne Tessaglia (Lithgow), passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 6, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Armand S. Tessaglia. Born in Wilmington, DE, she was the daughter of Dolores R. (Ang...

Maheu, Marion E. (Wright)

MAHEU, MARION E. (WRIGHT), 89, of Dahlia Drive, died Sunday at home. She was the beloved wife of Lawrence W. Maheu, they were married on June 8, 1940. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of the late William L. and Eva M. (Thomas) Wright; she had lived in Warwick before moving to North Kingstown nineteen years ago. Mrs. Maheu was a Clerk for the State of Rhode Island Department of Health for 13 years, retiring in 1982. She was a member of the North Kingstown Senior Citizens Group and past president of Local 2870, Council 94. She was the loving mother of Judith M. Clark of Warwick, Shirley A. Lucier of North Kingstown, Arthur E. Maheu of Stuart, VA, and the late Barbara J. Maheu. Cherished grandmother of ten, great grandmother of ten, and great great grandmother of three. She was the sister of the late Leo C. Wright. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 am in St. Francis de Sales Church, School Street, North Kingstown. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday 3-6 PM in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory to V.N.A. Hospice of Care New England, 51 Health Lane, Warwick, RI 02886 or Cornerstone Adult Services, 140 Warwick Neck Ave., Warwick, RI 02889 would be appreciated. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org

Manfredi-Scorza, Theresa A.

Theresa A. Manfredi-Scorza, 49, of 120 Miller Ave., Rumford, died peacefully at home on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008. She was the wife of Jeffrey Scorza to whom she was married for 22 years. Born in Westerly, she was the daughter of the late Mary (Martin) Manfredi and Charles C. Manfredi of Westerly. She lived in Rumford for 12 years after spending many years in Providence and New York City, N.Y. She was a graduate of Northeastern University and later of the Physician's Assistant School of Bayley Seton Hospital on Staten Island. She had been employed by Memorial Hospital of RI before her illness for 21 years. Theresa was a member of the Evangelical Covenant Church of Riverside. Besides her husband and father, she leaves two sons, Alexander and Nicholas, both at home; one sister, Rita Manfredi-Shutler, MD of Annondale, Va., and her husband. A Mass will be held at St. Pius X Church, Westerly, Dec. 22 at 7 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in behalf of her two five-year old sons may be made in Theresa's memory on line at www.scorzafamily.com.

Marion E (Wright) Maheu - North Kingstown, RI

Monday, December 8, 2008 3:00 AM

(12/08/08) Marion E. (Wright) Maheu, 89, of Dahlia Drive, died Sunday at home. She was the beloved wife of Lawrence W. Maheu, they were married on June 8, 1940. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of the l...

Mello, Joseph

MELLO, JOSEPH, 84, of Newman Avenue, formerly of Fox Point where he had lived for 74 years, passed away Saturday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Arlinda (Camara) Mello and had been the husband of Theresa C. (Jolicoeur) Mello for 55 years. Mr. Mello retired after 43 years from Marshall & Williams. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He was the father of Chris Mello and his wife Sheri, Debbie DeOrsey and her husband Joe, Gail Spinella and her husband Sal, Kathy Costello and her husband Paul, and the late James Mello; father-in-law of Karen Mello; Pops to 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brother of Armand, Gilbert and Dan Mello, and the late John Mello, Laura Costa, Irene Francis, Lucille Najas and Anna Bosco. Visitation will be held Wednesday 5-8 p.m. with a funeral service on Thursday at 8:45 a.m. from the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, 92 Hope Street, Providence. Burial with Military Honors to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 169 George Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. To express your condolences through our online guestbook, visit www.mem.com

Murray, Eileen L. (Sawyer)

MURRAY, EILEEN L. (SAWYER), 73, of Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Kent County Hospital, Warwick. She was the wife of Ronald F. Murray. They were married for fifty-five years. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Lester B. and Mary J. (Kenney) Sawyer. Mrs. Murray along with her husband was the co-owner of Ronny's Place Tavern of Cranston for the past twenty-eight years. Besides her husband, she is survived by her children, Ronald F. Murray, Jr. of Cranston, William L. Murray, Patricia L. Costa, both of Warwick, Robert D. Murray and Cathy A. Murray, both of Cranston. Mrs. Murray was the grandmother of six and the great-grandmother of four. She was the sister of the late Warren, Elmer, Lester, Harry, Jackie and Robert Sawyer, Anna Catone, Rita Raposa, Evelyn Anderson and Jean Breedon. Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Thursday, at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Matthew's Church, Elmwood Avenue, Cranston. Burial will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Visit www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences.

Newton Jr., Henry A.

NEWTON, HENRY A. JR., 87, of Warwick, RI passed away on Sunday, December 7th. He was the husband to his beloved wife, the late Eva (Dyer) Newton whom he became one with on February 3, 1945. Born in Cranston, R.I., he was the son of the late Wallie (Nanig) Newton. During WWII he served his country in the U.S. Army stationed on the Aleutian Islands. He was a police officer serving on the Warwick Police Department while working a second job in heating and air conditioning. After leaving the Police Department he pursued his career as Sales and Service Manager of Eastern Coal & Oil Co. in Providence. When he was 55 he and his wife began their own business, Newton Oil Co. until he retired at age 70. Mr. Newton belonged to the RI Police Chiefs Association; he was a founding member of the Warwick Elks Lodge 2196. He also helped build the F.O.P Lodge #7 and was a member there for a number of years. His love of family, friends and traveling resulted in a very active, accomplished and rewarding life. He is survived by his children Robert Newton, Henry Newton III, Judy Jarbeau and Patricia Noel, his 6 grandchildren Raymond, Trevor, Joseph, Henry IV, Jennifer, Sarah, and his 6 great-grandchildren Justin, Amanda, Ashley, Jessica, Emily and Lily. He was also the grandfather to the late Robert 'Butchy' Newton. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 11:00 AM in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). Relatives and friends are invited and may call Thursday 10:00-11:00 AM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to the American Stroke Foundation www.americanstroke.org or Boy Scouts of America www.scouting.org would be appreciated. www.murphyfuneral homes.org

Ott, Arpad H.

OTT, ARPAD H. 'ARP', 88, passed away December 7, 2008. He was the husband of Jacqueline (Prince) Pugliano Ott and the late Catherine W. (Rhodes) Ott. Born in Pennsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Herman and Sophie (Meck) Ott. Mr. Ott was a Master Carpenter for over 50 years and a US Army WW II veteran. Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter Karen L. Drum of North Carolina, three grandsons, three great grandsons, seven step children; Michael and Jimmy Pugliano, Cathy Baker, Debbie D'Amico, Teresa Rochette, Linda Hunold, and Anna Maria Apice, thirteen step grandchildren and one step great grandchild. He was the oldest of eleven children. A Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated on Friday at 11:00 am in St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Peirce St., E. Greenwich. Burial with military honors will be in East Greenwich Cemetery, E. Greenwich. Calling hours Thursday 4-8 pm in the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to VNA of Care New England Hospice Care, 51 Health Lane, Warwick, RI 02886.

Pacheco, Gilbert M.

PACHECO, GILBERT M., 83, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Emily G. (Joaquin) Pacheco to whom he was married for 59 years. He was born in East Providence a son of the late Manuel M. and Maria (Martin) Pacheco. Mr. Pacheco was a produce department manager for the A & P and Almacs Supermarkets for 48 years before retiring. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a past Treasurer, President and Executive Board Member of the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club. Besides his wife, he leaves one daughter, Denise P. Wilkinson; two sons, Wayne G. Pacheco and Stephen J. Pacheco; one sister, Bella Sheets; one brother, Manuel M. Pacheco; seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons. He was the brother of the late Mary Powers. His funeral will be held on Thursday at 9 A.M. from the PERRY/McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Ave., Seekonk, MA. Burial with Military Honors will be in Rehoboth Village Cemetery. Calling hours Wednesday 4-8. Contributions to Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, 43 Broad Street, Rehoboth, MA 02769 or Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church would be deeply appreciated.

Pluta, Peter

PLUTA, PETER, 65, of Newport Ave, Pawtucket died Sunday, December 7, 2008 at Briarcliff Manor, Johnston. Mr Pluta was the husband of Mary J. (Cooke) Pluta. He was born in Pawtucket, the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Maloney) Pluta. Mr. Pluta was a supervisor at Olin Mycro Electronics in East Providence for many years. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving in Cuba during the Bay of Pigs. Besides his wife, Mr. Pluta leaves his sons, Thomas and David Pluta of Pawtucket; his daughter, Donna Pluta of Florida; his brothers, Joseph Pluta of Vienna, VA and Paul Pluta of Denver, CO; his sisters, Ann Davis of San Diego, CA and Mary Jane Carcieri of Winston Salem, NC. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Pluta in St. Teresa's Church, 358 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, Monday, December 15 at 10:00 a.m., to which relatives and friends are invited. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. For guest book signatures, please visit: manningheffern.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Alzheimers Association, 245 Waterman St., Providence, RI 02906, in Mr. Pluta's memory.

Smyth, James J.

SMYTH, JAMES J., 88, of North Shore Street, Warwick, died on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at the West Shore Health Center in Warwick. He was the husband of Mary E. (Jackman) Smyth. Born in Liverpool, England, a son of the late John J. and Eliza J. (Crampton) Smyth, he lived in Warwick since 1951. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. Smyth was employed as a toolmaker for for J.I. Manufacturing in Providence before retiring in 1986. He was previously employed with E.A. Adams in Providence. He was a member of the International Association of Machinists. Mr. Smyth was a long-time skater, and a member of the Rhody Oldies in Pawtucket. He was a former coach with the Warwick Junior Hockey League. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, William F. Smyth of Cranston; two daughters, Christine M. Casas and Patricia A. Greenwood, both of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; a sister, Eileen M. Hopkins of Johnston; and three grandchildren, Sophie Smyth, Chloe Casas, and Lucas Greenwood. He was the brother of the late John J. Smyth, Jr. and Patrick A. Smyth. His funeral will be held on Friday, December 12, at 8:30 a.m. from the Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Rita Church, 722 Oakland Beach Avenue, Warwick. Visiting hours are Thursday 4-7 p.m. Burial will be in the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery in Exeter. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Rita Church or Beacon Hospice, 1 Catamore Boulevard, East Providence, RI 02914.

Stevens, Albina (Coelho)

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Szydlowski, Margaret B.

SZYDLOWSKI, MARGARET B., 91, of Tremont St., a former owner and operator of the Old Wilcox Tavern in Charlestown, RI died Friday at the LifeCare Center of Attleboro. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Szydlowski. Survivors include a son: Stephen C. Szydlowski and his wife Jacklynn Lantry of Rehoboth; a sister: Charlotte R. Bliss of Rehoboth; and four grandchildren: Aichun, Jack, Lucas and Sophia Szydlowski. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend a Celebration of Margaret's Life on Friday, December 12th at 11 AM in the Rehoboth Congregational Church, 139 Bay State Road, Rehoboth, MA. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Donations in her memory may be made to: The Rehoboth Congregational Church. Funeral arrangements by the Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, Attleboro. An on-line guest book for condolences at: www.duffy-poule.com

Tessaglia, Lynn Jeanne (Lithgow)

TESSAGLIA, LYNN JEANNE (LITHGOW), passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 6, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Armand S. Tessaglia. Born in Wilmington, DE, she was the daughter of Dolores R. (Angelus) Wilson and the late Theodore T. Lithgow, and the stepdaughter of Daniel E. Wilson. Lynn graduated from Shawnee Mission South High School, Overland Park, KS and attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS. She was an accomplished diver and won numerous Blue Ribbons for excellence on the three-meter board. She was an administrative assistant in the law office of Stephen T. O'Neill for 12 years and most recently a customer service representative for Citizens Bank. Besides her husband of 23 years, her mother and her stepfather, she is survived by two sons, James R. Tessaglia and Edward R. Tessaglia; her brother, Theodore D. Lithgow, PhD and his wife Karen and her late father's wife, Sarah. Her funeral will be held Thursday at 9 AM from the Maceroni Funeral Home, 1381 Smith St., North Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in Our Lady of Grace Church, George Waterman Rd., Johnston. Visitation Wednesday 4-7 PM. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Condolences at maceroni.com

Trottier, Ruth M.

TROTTIER, RUTH M., 82, formerly of North Providence, died Sunday at Golden Crest Nursing Centre, North Providence. She was the wife of Francis W. Trottier. Born in Boston, Ma. a daughter of the late Cecil and Stella (Allen) Devereaux. Besides North Providence, she also lived in Lincoln and Central Falls. Mrs. Trottier was an assembler at Texas Instruments for twenty years retiring in 1986. She was also the President of Apollo Oil Company. Ruth was a choir member at St. Matthew and Holy Trinity Church, Central Falls, she was a Eucharistic Minister and CCD Teacher at Holy Trinity Church, also she was a lifeguard at the Central Falls Community Center, Central Falls and also was a swim instructor for the children at the Center. She was Treasurer of the Retirees of Texas Instruments and a member of the VFW Women's Auxiliary #306, Central Falls. Besides her husband, she leaves two daughters, Donna L. Piche and Robin M. Ryfa, both of Lincoln; two sons, Raymond F. Trottier of Lincoln and David B. Trottier of Cranston; one sister, Elizabeth Swanfeldt of Winthrop, Ma.; one brother, Raymond Devereaux of Medford, Ma.; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Lee, Regis, Robert and Allen Devereaux. Her funeral will be held on Thursday at 9 a.m. from the BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Rd., Lincoln, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Matthew Church, Dexter St., Central Falls, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. Relatives and friends are invited and may call WEDNESDAY 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory to Channel 1 RJH Center, 361 Cowden St., Central Falls, 02863, would be appreciated. For directions and guest book visit www.bellowsfh.com

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