| Read more... ANDERTON, HOLLY JOY, 21, of Gansett Ave., passed away peacefully Sept. 5, 2008 after a courageous 5 yr. battle with liver cancer surounded by her family and friends. Born in Providence the beloved daughter of Ronnie J. (Rosengren) Anderton of Cranston and David R. Anderton and his wife Nan of N.Y. Holly was a graduate of Ponagansett High School. She recently received her certificate in Phlebotomy. She was a volunteer for the Tomorrow Fund at Hasbro Childrens Hospital. Holly loved music, reading and making… Ann H (Wroblewski) Moore - Attleboro, MA (09/05/08) Attleboro ~ Ann H. (Wroblewski) Moore, 90, of South Attleboro, passed away Friday, September 5, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Moore. Born in South Attleboro, a lifelong resident... , and was a volunteer at the Pilgrim Senior Center. She is survived by a son, David R. Autote, and his wife Elaine, of Merrimack, NH; a daughter, Janice L. Johnson of Warwick; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Frank Allen, Charles Henry Allen, Gordon Allen, Ernest Allen, Hilda Fleury, and Emily Danis. Her funeral will be held on Monday, September 8, at 10 a.m. from the Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick, with a Mass of… BARBER, SILAS CLARK, JR., 88, of South County Trail, died Friday at Roberts Health Center, North Kingstown. He was the beloved husband of Hope F. (Remington) Barber. Born in North Kingstown, he was a son of the late Silas C. Barber, Sr. and Florence (Lewis) Barber. Mr. Barber was a machinist at Quonset N.A.S. from 1950-73 then worked at U.R.I. from 1973-89 in the Maintenance Department, before his retirement. He attended Quidnessett Baptist Church for over 60 years and enjoyed fishing and gardening. A… Caroline G (Martino) Travers - Bristol, RI (09/06/08) Mrs. Caroline G. (Martino) Travers, age 90, of 72 Richmond Street, Bristol, died Friday, September 5, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of the late Joseph Travers. Born in... DEARMIN, DALLAS G., formerly of Hillcrest Avenue, Greenville, RI was born in Mt. Airy, N.C. to Martha and Thomas Dearmin on June 22, 1924. He grew up and completed high school in Mount Airy, only leaving when WWII came so that he could serve in the Air Force. Dallas married Mary B. (Carr) Dearmin on November 29, 1945 in Los Angeles, California and then came back east to settle in RI. After spending the first few years of marriage in Summit and Pawtucket, Dallas settled down and raised his five children on… DESPOSITO, STEPHEN A., 57, a retired Teacher and Principal, died Friday. Husband of Joyce (Adams) Desposito. Son of Roslyn and the late Stephen A. Desposito. Survived by two daughters, Jennifer L. Bartley of Pembroke, VA and Lisa M. Phaneuf of Newport, RI; granddaughters Hannah & Elyn Bartley and brother Michael E. Desposito of NC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, September 20th at 10:00 AM in Christ the King Church, 180 Old North Rd., Kingston. Burial will be private. The Stephen… Fairbrother Sr., Vincent J. "Vinnie" FAIRBROTHER, VINCENT 'VINNIE' J. SR., 81 of Harold St. Riverside passed away at the RI Veterans Home September 5th. He was the husband of the late Florence (Johnson) Fairbrother Vinnie was born in Riverside, he was the son of the late Thomas and Beatrice (Birley) Fairbrother. Vinnie was a Master Lace Weaver at the RI Lace Works in Barrington until he retired. He was a World War II Navy Veteran, a member of American Legion Post 10, VFW, and a life member of the Navy Seabee Veterans of America, Island… FIALHO, ANTONIO G., 85, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2008 in Hanford Community Hospital in Hanford California. He was the husband of the late Mariana B. (Bettencourt) Fialho. Born in Pico, Azores he was the son of the late Manuel G. and Evarista A. (Serpa) Fialho. Mr. Fialho was a retired machine operator for American Insulated Wire. He leaves four daughters Maria F. Oliveira of Hanford, CA. , Helen M. Dexter of Scituate, Teresa J. DaSilva of Blackstone, Mass., Rose M. Lundstrom of Cranston, three… George Bouthilette - Lincoln, RI (09/07/08) Lincoln – George Bouthilette, 80, of River Road died Friday, September 5, 2008 at the Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, Pawtucket. He was the husband of Alzira M. (Costa) Bouthilette. Mr. and Mrs.... GREEN, TEDI A. (COHEN), a longtime resident of Providence, died Friday, September 5, 2008, at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Sidney Green. Born in Boston, MA she was the beloved daughter of the late Max and Manya (Winitzky) Cohen. Mrs. Green was a graduate of Boston Girls Latin and Business School. Prior to her retirement in 2002 she worked as an office manager for Crest Photo. Previously she had been the co-owner of Hub Wholesale and Atlas Home Supply with her late… Read more... Read more... Linda (Costa) Dubois - Fall River, MA (09/07/08) Linda (Costa) Dubois, 60, of Milliken Blvd., Fall River, formerly of Middle St., died of Ovarian Cancer, Sunday, September 7, 2008. She was an in-home child day care provider and was empl... LOPES, WILLIAM SR., 86, died September 3, 2008 at RI Hospital. He was the husband of Theresa (Cabral) Lopes. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John T. and Mary (De Rocha) Lopes. He worked as a wire drawer for Washburn Wire for 29 years. He worked for the East Providence School Lunch Program. Besides his wife of 64 years, he is survived by his children; William Lopes Jr. of Providence, Debra Lopes-Speaks of East Providence, 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He was the brother of Claire… LUCCHETTI, LINDA A., 54, of Maple Ave., Newport, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2008 at Newport Hospital. She was the beloved wife of David Joseph. Born in Providence, the devoted daughter of Raymond F. Lucchetti, Sr. of Cranston and the late Pauline M. (Gaudreau) Lucchetti, she lived in Cranston before moving to Newport in 2003. Linda worked as a receptionist for many years. Besides her husband and father, she was the loving mother of Deana M. DuBois of Cranston, Anthony R. DuBois of Warwick and… Mancuso Sr., Colonel Anthony J. MANCUSO, COLONEL ANTHONY J., SR., retired Providence Police Department, 68, of Bristol Road, Narragansett, died on Friday, September 5, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Elaine (DelDeo) Mancuso and the late Marie (Melfi) Mancuso. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late John and Eva (Martelucci) Mancuso, Sr. He was a graduate of Cranston High School and had attended the University of Rhode Island and was a graduate of the FBI National Academy, Quantico, VA. Col. Mancuso graduated from the RI State… Read more... MATHIEU, PETER L. JR., M.D., 84, of Providence died September 2 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Woodstock, Vt. At Deweys Gorge on June 23, 1924, he was the son of the late Pierre and Ida V. (Racine) Mathieu. He was the husband of the late Betty (Burkhardt) Mathieu, MD. Dr. Mathieu was a private pediatrician, director of Pediatrics, an administrator and community activist. Peter graduated from LaSalle academy in 1942 with a 96.3 Scholastic average. He played piano in the high school orchestra and was an… of the Gale Free Library, 23 Highland St., Holden, MA 01520. Obituary and guest book www.milesfuneralhome.com PELCHAT, JOSEPH L. 'LARRY', 87 years old, of Franklin Street, Warren died Friday August 29, 2008 at his home. He was the husband of Ruth F. (Blinn) Pelchat. Born in Warren, a son of the late Gaudias and Agnes (Lapane) Pelchat. He was a self employed commercial fisherman for many years. He served in the Army during WWII and received 5 battle stars. Besides his wife he leaves one son Donald Pelchat and his wife Bernadette of Warren; two brothers Norman Pelchat of Providence and Omer Pelchat of West… PLOWMAN, MARILYN LAURA, 85, of Warwick passed away Wednesday, September 3. She was the wife of the late Milo C. Plowman. Born in Warwick, Marilyn graduated from Aldrich High School and attended the Rhode School of Design. She was a life long member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Esek Hopkins Chapter and a member of the Mayflower Society. A career homemaker, she enjoyed drawing, reading and collecting dolls. Marilyn is survived by her loving children Dean Plowman of Smithfield, Drew Plowman of… PRIDEMORE, ROBERT A., 41, formerly of North Providence passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at his home in Fort Lauderdale, FL., Born in Providence, he is the loving son of Robert J. Pridemore of Homosassa, FL and North Providence; and Barbara (Orsi) Pridemore of North Providence. Mr. Pridemore is a retired Firefighter for the Providence Fire Department. He was a 1985 graduate of Our Lady of Providence High School and an avid sports fan. He leaves his beloved son Jonathan Pridemore. He is also survived by… REGO, MARIA da LUZ (SOARES), 79 of Peck Ave., passed away Saturday. She was the wife of the late Joseph C. (Josie Cabral) Rego Jr. She is survived by a daughter, Luz Rego, of Bristol, a brother, Jose Soares Sousa of Swansea MA. Funeral Tuesday 8 AM at George Lima Funeral Home, 367 High St. Mass of Christian Burial at 9 AM at St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood St. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting Hours Monday 4-8 PM. REIS, ELIZABETH (SALVO), 82, died on Friday at the Cedar Crest Rehabilitation Center, Cranston. She was the wife of Frank Reis. They celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on July 5th 2008. Born in Fall River, MA she was the daughter of the late Carl and Vera (Mithers) Salvo. Mrs. Reis settled into Cranston 51 years ago. She was a volunteer at RI Hospital for over 20 years and had assisted in the Nursing Arts Library, the Child Development Center Parents Library, and the office of the divisional director… SICONIO, EDNA M., 94, a longtime resident of Cranston entered into eternal rest September 4th, 2008. She was the wife of the late Domenico Siconio She leaves a son Anthony Siconio, and four daughters, Carol Goede, Barbara Miller, Diane Siconio, and Deborah DiFazio, 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Edna was an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed going to Foxwoods Casino. She will be deeply missed by us all. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday @ 10:00am in St. Marks Church Garden City… TEFFT, PATRICIA A. (LEIGHTON), of Killingworth, Ct, passed away August 31, 2008 in Hartford, Ct. Patricia is survived by loving husband, Franklin A. Tefft and sons; Steven Tefft and his wife, Donna (LaVita) Tefft of Forestdale, MA and Peter Tefft of Killingworth, CT and a granddaughter, Carly Tefft. She graduated West Warwick High School in 1949, then Boston University in 1953. She taught elementary school in Warwick, RI, Coventry, RI and in Killingworth. Private services with Swan Funeral Home, Clinton,… Read more... Read more... WOOD, RUTH A., (NORDQUIST), 85, a resident of Greenville for over 60 years died Friday, September 5, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence. She was the wife of the late Kenneth E. Wood, Sr. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Carl and Ella (Nyberg) Nordquist. Mrs. Wood is survived by her children, Sandra A. Lemire, Judith A. Frankenberg, Kenneth E., Jr., David A. and Charles H. Wood; sister of Thelma Patterson, Doris Gooden, Joyce Benson, Carlene Boudreau and the late Carl and Peter… YORKERY, PHILIP J. 'PY 14', 63, of Pemberton Avenue, died Sunday, August 31, 2008 at his home. He was the beloved son of the late William T. and Helen (Powers) Yorkery. He was also the stepson of the late Catherine (Stone) Yorkery. Born in Providence, he lived in Narragansett and Jamestown. Phil worked for Anson Jewelry, Nyman Mfg., and was employed by the State of Rhode Island (DOT) for 25 years. He is survived by 2 brothers, William E. Yorkery and his wife Mickey of North Kingstown; John P.… |
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/07/08
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/06/08
| Read more... ALMEIDA, MARY LOU (VENTURA), CHANGE OF SERVICE LOCATION, age 87 of 3111 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at Vitas Hospice Ft Lauderdale, FL surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Joseph S. Almeida, they were married 69 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service Monday, September 8, at 10AM in NORTH BURIAL GROUND, Hope St., Bristol. Visiting hours Sunday 2-5 PM in the Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol. In lieu of… Ann H (Wroblewski) Moore - Attleboro, MA (09/05/08) Attleboro ~ Ann H. (Wroblewski) Moore, 90, of South Attleboro, passed away Friday, September 5, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Moore. Born in South Attleboro, a lifelong resident... BEATON, ROBERT J., 66, of Lost Acre Drive, Chepachet died on Thursday, August 28, 2008 at the Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam, Connecticut. He was the husband of Paula A. (Scripsack) Beaton. He was born in Providence, a son of the late John J. and Margaret (Jacques) Beaton. He was employed at Verizon for over forty years retiring as a supervisor. He was a graduate of Hope High School- Class of 1961 and was an Army veteran serving honorably in Korea. Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter Amanda Lamantia and… CAPUANO, JOHN L., 87, of Woodsia Rd., Saunderstown, died Thursday, September 4, 2008 at South County Hospital, Wakefield. He was the husband of Dorothy S. (Ginish) Capuano. They were married for fifty-seven years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Loreto and Maria (Turcone) Capuano. Mr. Capuano was a toolmaker for Urschel Tool Company. He was a communicant of St. Veronicas Chapel, Narragansett and was a WW II Army veteran. Besides his wife he is survived by his daughters, Joy Y. Marziale and her… Caroline G (Martino) Travers - Bristol, RI (09/06/08) Mrs. Caroline G. (Martino) Travers, age 90, of 72 Richmond Street, Bristol, died Friday, September 5, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of the late Joseph Travers. Born in... CARR, MICHAEL F. 'FRANK', 75, of Vera Rd., passed away Wednesday September 3, 2008 at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Patricia A. (Bramble) Bernard-Carr. Born in Providence, a son of the late Thomas and Margaret Ann (Smith) Carr, he had been a resident of Coventry since 1960. Michael was a manager at the former Almacs Super Market in Coventry, retiring in 1995 after 46 years. He was a member of the Local 328 Retirees and served in the US Army during the Korean War. Besides his wife, he… CARR, ROBERTA CAROL, of St. Simons Island, GA, died Tues., Sept. 2, 2008, following a long courageous battle with cancer. Bobbie, as she was known to her family and friends, was born April 2, 1939, in Providence, R. I., to the late John and Helen Carr. Bobbie successfully completely her degree from the University of Rhode Island and then graduated from New York's Tob-Coburn School of Fashion Design. The following year she received that school's award for Outstanding Graduate. Bobbie was employed by… HAWKES, LOIS C. (CROWE), 79, of Appleton Street, Cranston, died Monday, August 25, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Doris (Whillans) Crowe. Mrs. Hawkes was a Customer Service Representative for AAA, Cranston Office for twenty years until her retirement. She was a member of the Cranston Christian Fellowship Church and the Cranston Senior Center. She is survived by her two daughters, Deborah A. Riley and her husband Gordon of Smithfield and… Read more... James H Williams Sr. - Glocester, RI (09/05/08) Williams, James H. Sr., 80, a retired carpenter, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on September 4, 2008, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Lynna Jo (Fox) Williams. Bo... Read more... Mancuso Sr., Colonel Anthony J. MANCUSO, COLONEL ANTHONY J., SR., retired Providence Police Department, 68, of Bristol Road, Narragansett, died on Friday, September 5, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Elaine (DelDeo) Mancuso and the late Marie (Melfi) Mancuso. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late John and Eva (Martelucci) Mancuso, Sr. He was a graduate of Cranston High School and had attended the University of Rhode Island and was a graduate of the FBI National Academy, Quantico, VA. Col. Mancuso graduated from the RI State… Read more... MARTEL, WILLIAM J. JR., 86, of Bayview Avenue, died Wednesday at Charlton Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Mary Louise Wessendorf Martel, and husband of the late Pauline (Boretti) Martel. He was born in Fall River a son of the late William J. & Blanche (Vincent) Martel Sr. He was an Electrician for over 61 years with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (I.B.E.W.), before retiring several years ago. Mr. Martel was a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps serving for six years… Mary Lou (Ventura) Almeida - Bristol, RI (09/05/08) Mrs. Mary Lou (Ventura) Almeida, age 87 of 3111 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at Vitas Hospice Ft Lauderdale, FL surrounded by her loving family. She was the wif... MATHIEU, PETER L. JR., M.D., 84, of Providence died September 2 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Woodstock, Vt. At Deweys Gorge on June 23, 1924, he was the son of the late Pierre and Ida V. (Racine) Mathieu. He was the husband of the late Betty (Burkhardt) Mathieu, MD. Dr. Mathieu was a private pediatrician, director of Pediatrics, an administrator and community activist. Peter graduated from LaSalle academy in 1942 with a 96.3 Scholastic average. He played piano in the high school orchestra and was an… McGINN, VINCENT P., 99, of Gentian Ave, died Thursday. He was the husband of the late Marguerite (Nolan) McGinn. He was born in Providence, a son of the late James B. and Mary (Cummings) McGinn Mr. McGinn taught at LaSalle Academy from 1931 to his retirement, after 45 years of teaching, in 1976. He also owned and operated the Rhode Island Summer School for over 20 years. He was an Army veteran of World War II and served in Iwo Jima. He is survived by his son, the Hon. V. Paul McGinn, his daughter in law,… MOORE, ANN H. (WROBLEWSKI), 90, of South Attleboro, passed away Friday, September 5, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Moore. Born in South Attleboro, a lifelong resident of the City, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Josephine (Stangis) Wroblewski. Ann was employed by Texas Instruments, Inc., for 23 years until retiring in 1983. She leaves four nephews, Joseph, Anthony, Ronald and David Wroblewski; several grandnieces, grandnephews and other beloved family members and friends. She… PAOLUCCI, FEDERICO age 83 of Vittorio Emanuel Ave, passed away on Sept 3rd at Roger Williams Medical Center. He was the husband of Georgianna (Harris) Paolucci. A private funeral service was held in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Johnston. For a complete obituary/online expressions of sympathy visit, boyleandsonfuneralhome.com RASHED, NABEHA C. 'BEA' 90, of Irving Avenue, passed away Thursday September 4, 2008 in the Miriam Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Elias J. Rashed. Born in Fall River, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Said and Nazily (Coriaty) Salwan. Bea will be remembered for her beautiful oil paintings, love of music as well as being an accomplished seamstress. She was a member of the East Providence Community Chorus, the St. Marthas Church Choir and had been a Girl Scout leader.… Read more... Read more... WILLIAMS, JAMES H., SR., 80, a retired carpenter, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on September 4, 2008, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Lynna Jo (Fox) Williams. Born in Smithfield, he was a son of the late James H. Williams and Marie E. (Provencial) Williams-Placella. Besides his wife, he leaves ten children, Jimmy Jr., Timothy, and Kevin Williams, Tony and Michael Abbatematteo, Danise Davis, Kathe Plante, Cindy Gould, Carolann Nadeau, and Ellie Buxton, a brother, Frank… |
Friday, September 5, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/05/08
| Adelaide B (Merritt) Wilcox - Warwick, RI (09/04/08) Warwick – Adelaide B. Wilcox, 85, formerly of Norwood Ave., died Wednesday at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late Russell B. Wilcox. Born in Plaist... Read more... ALMEIDA, MARY LOU (VENTURA), age 87, of 3111 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at Vitas Hospice, Ft. Lauderdale, FL surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Joseph S. Almeida they were married 69 years. Born in Bristol, she resided in Florida for the last 35 years, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Ventura and Marie Hortencia Mattos Ventura Silvia. She was a supervisor for the former Smith's Manufacturing Co. formerly in Bristol and also was the owner… Ann H (Wroblewski) Moore - Attleboro, MA (09/05/08) Attleboro ~ Anna H. (Wroblewski) Moore, 90, of South Attleboro, passed away Friday, September 5, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Moore. Born in South Attleboro, a lifelong residen... ARNOLD, DONNA M., a long time resident of Old Greenwich and Charlestown Rhode Island died peacefully in her home, August 29th, after an 8th month struggle with CJD. Donna was born Sept. 20, 1954 to Tom and Rosa Arnold. She graduated Classical High School a Merit Scholar in 1972 and attended The University of Rhode Island. Donna earned a BA in 1976 and MBA in 1978 graduating Beta Gamma Sigma. After graduation she moved to New York City to pursue a career on Wall Street. Her academic success and fluent German… Read more... HOLMES, ROBERT J. SR., 80, of Lourier Avenue, South Attleboro, died Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at the Memorial Hospital of RI in Pawtucket. He was the husband of the late Mary M. (Keane) Holmes. Mr. Holmes was born in Woonsocket, the son of the late Albert and Harriett Holmes. He was a medic in the United States Army during the Korean War, and an Engineer for the Providence and Worcester Railroad, working with Amtrack in Providence and South Station in Boston. He was a longtime volunteer fireman in… ,' a no-kill animal shelter, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab, Utah 84741. James G Masterson - Coventry, RI (09/04/08) James G. Masterson, 76, of Princeton Avenue, died Wednesday at Kent County Memorial Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mary L. (Costanzo) Masterson. They were married for forty-nine years. Bo... James H Williams Sr. - Glocester, RI (09/05/08) Williams, James H. Sr., 80, a retired carpenter, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on September 4, 2008, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Lynna Jo (Fox) Williams. Bo... Read more... Read more... MARRAN, ANGELINA M. 'ANGIE' (COLETTI), 79, of Carlson Circle, died at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence, on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 after a valiant battle with cancer. She was the wife of the late Joseph E. Marran, Jr., to whom she was married for fifty years. Born in Newton, MA, a daughter of the late Donato and Madalena (Mazzola) Coletti, she was a resident of West Warwick since 1959. Angie leaves two sons, Marty C. Marran and Joseph E. Marran, III both of West Warwick, two… NEFF, ELLEN M. (BROWN) 80, of South Kingstown, died Sept. 2, 2008. She was the wife of Robert B. Neff for 55 years. Born in Winthrop, MA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas E. and Beatrice (Shaw) Brown, Sr. and the sister of Dorothy Miskiv and Thomas E. Brown, Jr. both of Belchertown MA. Ellen lived in Holliston MA for most of her adult life before moving to South Kingstown in 1986. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son Brian Neff and his wife Nancy, granddaughters Gretchen and… Petrocchi, Loretta A. (DelVicario) PETROCCHI, LORETTA A. (DelVICARIO), 66, of Loxley Drive, Johnston passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved and devoted wife of Ronald D. Petrocchi, Sr., Ret'd. Capt. JPD. They were married for twenty-nine years. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Angelo and Laura (Tomao) DelVicario. Loretta worked for over thirty years as a waitress for Ribs and Company in Johnston and Marchetti's Restaurant in Cranston. Besides… PLANTE, MAUREEN E., 53, of Finch Avenue, Pawtucket, died Monday at the Memorial Hospital of R. I. She was the beloved wife of Michael A. Plante and they were married twenty nine years. Born in Providence a daughter of the late John and Mary (Coleman) Hannaway she had lived most of her life in Pawtucket. Maureen had been employed as a Reading Specialist at the Curvin McCabe School on Cottage St. and the Pawtucket School System for 18 years. She enjoyed reading, going to the beach and spending time with… RICE, CHARLES B., of Providence and Little Compton. A service of celebration for his life will be held at the Central Congregational Church on Sept. 6 at 10 am. SMITH, WILLIAM W., 92, on September 4, 2008, died after a long life and a brief illness, leaving behind his wife of 66 years, Margaret Louise (Fassino) Smith. For the last 60 years, the Smiths have made their home on Oak Street in Wakefield, where Mr. Smith operated a sheet metal business and in his semi-retirement, did ornamental blacksmithing. Mr. Smith had a keen appreciation for traditional crafts, especially the metal trades. He was a volunteer at the South County Museum in Narragansett, where he… SOLLOSY, SHELDON 82, of 35 Shirley Blvd., died Thursday at Miriam Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Gladys (Barr) Sollosy. They were married for 58 years Born in Boston, MA, a son of the late Theodore and Rose (Bowers) Sollosy, he had lived in Cranston for 52 years. Sheldon was the president of Manpower, Inc of Providence for 49 years, retiring in 2003. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a past president of Temple Torat Yisrael and a member of its Mens Club. Sheldon earned an… Read more... TREMBLAY, JOSEPH L., 63 of Chestnut Street died Thursday at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Denise R. (Gendreau) Tremblay to whom he was married for 39 years. The funeral will be held on Monday at 8:30 am from the CHEETHAM MORTUARY, INC., 1012 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, RI with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Ave., Seekonk. A committal service with military honors will follow at Swan Point Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited any may call on… Read more... ZWOLINSKI, JEAN M. (CASEY) 52, a life long resident of E. Greenwich passed away September 3, 2008. She was the loving wife of Normand Zwolinski. Born in Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Raymond J. and Pauline O. (Paquette) Casey. Jean was a Community Service Officer for N. Kingstown and Warwick. She had also tended bar at the East Greenwich American Legion Post #15. She was the devoted mother of Troy N. Zwolinski and the late Jordan J. Zwolinski; sister of Eileen Jones, Raymond, Joe, Robert and… |
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/04/08
| Adelaide B (Merritt) Wilcox - Warwick, RI (09/04/08) Warwick – Adelaide B. Wilcox, 85, formerly of Norwood Ave., died Wednesday at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late Russell B. Wilcox. Born in Plaist... Read more... BENNETT, HOWARD E., August 31, 2008. Residence Providence Uncle of Kenneth H. Bennett. Funeral from the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Ave., West Warwick Friday at 12:45 PM. Committal Service with Military Honors at 1:30 PM in the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Information, condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com. BOTELHO, MARY E. (COREY), 89, of Fort Street, passed away Tuesday September 2, 2008 in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. She was the wife of the late Alfred Botelho. Born in East Providence, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Maria J. (Rezendes) Correia. Mary had worked in the Anesthesia Department in Rhode Island Hospital. She was a communicant of St. Francis Xavier Church. She was the loving mother of Patricia Botelho Zinno of East Providence and Catherine Miguel of Rumford and was the proud… BREARD, NORMA B. (VOTA) R.N., 45, of Cranston, Rhode Island passed away on Monday, September 1, 2008 She was the daughter of John Vota and Patricia Mazzoncini. She was the loving mother of the late James Breard Jr., and is survived by her daughters Christina Thayer and Jessica Breard. She was the grandmother of Jaden Pimetal and Aaliyah Thayer. Norma was the loving sister of Michael Vota, Lori Antonson, Paula Santos, Raymond and Margaret Mazzoncini. Family and friends are invited to attend her memorial mass… CROHAN, CLAIRE V. (DUCHARME), 'AUNTIE CLAIRE', passed away suddenly at home on September 2, 2008. She was born in Providence on April 19, 1922, daughter of the late Frederick and Doris (Baxter) Ducharme, and resided in Warwick since 1957. She was the wife of the late Thomas H. Crohan, Jr. Survivors include her stepson, Thomas H. Crohan III of Cranston, cherished nieces and nephew Katherine, Claire and Mary Pollard, all of North Providence, and David Crohan of Lake Worth, FL. She was a devoted… DeFUSCO, RALPH, 82, of Chestnut Rd., North Kingstown passed away on Saturday August 30, 2008 at Roger Williams Medical Center, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Judith (Ball) O'Brien-DeFusco. He was born in Providence a son of the late Raffaele and Filomena (Malgieri) DeFusco. Besides his wife he is survived by his children, Ralph DeFusco of No. Kingstown, Robert DeFusco of Jamestown, Edward DeFusco of Wakefield and Judith Ray of Narragansett. Ralph was the father of the late Evelyn Gardner and… DelRe, NICHOLAS M., of Johnston, R.I. and Surfside, Florida passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy (Formicola) Vinciguerra and the late Rose DeMatteo. Born in Barrington, R.I., Nicholas was the son of the late Domenico and Concetta (Martone) DelRe. He was a graduate of Barrington High School. He then served in the U.S. Army during WW II and was stationed in Europe. Following his return from the war, he attended Johnson & Wales University… Dudley, Marilyn "Pat" (Patterson) DUDLEY, MARILYN (PATTERSON) 'PAT', wife of Henry Marchant Dudley, died July 12, 2008. A memorial service will be held SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th, at 10:30AM at St. John's Episcopal Church, 191 County Road, Barrington. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfh.com. Arrangements by BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln. EASTON, PATRICIA, A. (LUKE), August 30, 2008. Mother of Michael J., Kelly A. and Renee M. Easton. Grandmother of Layla Ward. Daughter of Loretta A. (Hilson) Luke and the late Clarence M. Luke. Former wife of Robert J. Easton. Sister of Kathy, Richard, Marie and Louise. Funeral service Friday, 10 am in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Ave. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery. Visiting hours Thursday 4-7 pm. Information and guestbook visit: TheQuinnFuneralHome.com. FISHER, MARY A. (MURRAY) 92, died Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at North Bay Manor in Smithfield. She was the wife of the late Harry Fisher Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Thomas and Kathryn (Maguire) Murray. Mrs. Fisher lived in Lincoln for many years before moving to Smithfield in 2004. She and her husband owned and operated the Fairlawn Theatre for over 30 years, she then worked as a customer service rep. for Blue Cross/ Blue Shield for 10 years before retiring in 1985. She was the sister of John… Read more... James G Masterson - Coventry, RI (09/04/08) James G. Masterson, 76, of Princeton Avenue, died Wednesday at Kent County Memorial Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mary L. (Costanzo) Masterson. They were married for forty-nine years. Bo... Read more... LEWIS, GORDON 'BUB' T., 41, of Briggs Street, Cranston passed away Saturday at home. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Gordon H. and Marian F. (Massey) Lewis. Mr. Lewis was an avid NASCAR/Jeff Gordon race fan. He is survived by one daughter Katrina T. Lewis of Pawtucket. Three sisters, Susan Rogers of Cumberland, Darleen Carpenter of Cranston, Cheryl Laramee of Pascoag; He also leaves four nephews and two nieces and his grandmother Hilda (Botelho) O'Malley of Pawtucket and several… Lloyd N Tingley - Woonsocket, RI (09/03/08) Woonsocket – Lloyd N. Tingley, 70, died Thursday, August 28, 2008 at Oakland Grove Health Center, Woonsocket. He was the husband of Pauline E. (Bonin) Tingley. Mr. and Mrs. Tingley had been married... MANZO, ANN MARIE, 59. Born September 10, 1948. Ann Marie passed away on July 17, 2008 at the age of 59 after enduring a long battle with MS. Her family will deeply miss her and never forget her smiles, her strong will and courage. Ann attended Mt Pleasant High and graduated in 1967. After graduation she worked as an assistant to an Executive at Coro Jewelry. During her time at Coro she was a model for their jewelry line. She is survived by her parents Nicholas and Rose Manzo, her two sisters Linda Binder,… Read more... Marilyn "Pat" (Patterson) Dudley - Bristol, RI (09/03/08) Bristol – A Memorial Service for Marilyn “Pat” (Patterson) Dudley, wife of Henry Marchant Dudley, who died July 12, 2008, will be held SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 at 10:30 A.M. at St. John’s Episcop... MOORE, WILLIAM R., 76 of Chenango Ave, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence, he was devoted son of the late Joseph and Jennie (Moreno) Moore. Mr. Moore was employed by Amtrak and served in the Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his nephews Joseph E. Moore Jr. of North Providence and Kevin M. Moore of Providence. He was the brother of the late Joseph E. Moore. His funeral will be held Friday at 9:30am from the A.A. MARIANI & SON Funeral Home, 200… MORRIS, DAVID C., 42, of Irving Rd., Warwick, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of Wayne C. Morris of West Warwick, and Carol (Mancini) Morris of Warwick; stepson of Catherine Morris of West Warwick; brother of Wayne C. Morris, Jr. of Warwick; and grandson of Edith (Lanni) Mancini of Johnston and the late Armando Mancini, and the late Christopher and Jennie (Scungio) Morris. David had a passion for gardening that showcased his talent in his yard. His funeral… Read more... and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Elm Street, Westerly. There is no procession from the funeral home to the church. Burial will be in St. Sebastian Cemetery, Westerly. Read more... WILCOX, ADELAIDE B., 85, formerly of Norwood Ave., died Wednesday at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late Russell B. Wilcox. She is survived by her daughter Carol R. Manzolillo and her husband Anthony of Johnston, three sisters Natalie and Maybelle Dunn of Salisbury, MA and Lucy Imbimbo of Bayville, NJ; two grandchildren Robert Manzolillo and Donna Sanita and three great grandchildren Kevin, Ryan James and Aidan Russell Sanita. She was the grandmother of the late James… ZACHESKY, LAWRENCE P., 56, passed away Monday, August 25, 2008. He lived in Freedom, NH, formerly of Johnston, RI. He was predeceased by his parents Lawrence A. Zachesky and Bernadine W. Spaziano. He leaves his brother Brian Spaziano and niece Danielle of Johnston, RI; his son Adam Zachesky and daughter Apryl and her husband Chad Deschambeault and his grandsons Taylor and Tucker from Conway, NH. There will be a Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Grace Church, George Waterman Rd., Johnston, RI at 10:00 AM on… |
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/03/08
| ADAMS, RUSSELL MELVIN, 81, of Cardi Circle, Cranston, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy (Schofield) Adams for 60 years. Born in Providence, son of the late Russell Milton and Helen (Olney) Adams, he moved to Warwick in 1948 and to Cranston in 1966. Mr. Adams was a truck driver for the former A&PFood Stores and the former AAA Trucking Co. for many years before retiring. After retiring, he was a Cranston school bus driver for many years. He was a WW-II U.S. Army… APPLETON, SALLY (BAGER): Memorial Services which were scheduled for September 28, 2008 are postponed. Read more... BLACK, TILLMAN 'JOE', 71, of 100 Evergreen Drive, died Saturday at RI Hospital. He was the husband of Patricia (Hodge) Black. Born in Bamberg, SC, a son of the late Jack Black and Eartha Lee (Bronson) Black. Funeral 10 a.m. Friday at Mount Zion Church of God, 375 Cahill Street, Providence. Calling Hours 7-9 p.m. Thursday in church. Burial will be in North Burial Ground. www.Bright-FuneralHome.com DeFUSCO, RALPH, 82, of Chestnut Rd., North Kingstown passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2008 at Roger Williams Medical Center, Providence. He was the devoted husband of Judith (Ball) O'Brien-DeFusco. He was born in Providence a son of the late Raffaele and Filomena (Malgieri) DeFusco. Besides his wife he is survived by his children, Ralph DeFusco of No. Kingstown, Robert DeFusco of Jamestown, Edward DeFusco of Wakefield and Judith Ray of Narragansett. He was the father of the late Evelyn Gardner and… DiBELLO, MARIA 'MARY', 99. of Smith Street, passed away peacefully Monday, September 1, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Hospice Center. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Cristina (Russo) DiBello. Ms. DiBello was employed at Uniroyal for many years before her retirement in 1971. She is survived by a brother Ernest DiBello of Smithfield and a sister Elizabeth A. Zoglio of Wakefield. She is also survived by 5 nieces, 5 nephews, 10 great-nieces and -nephews, 3… Read more... Read more... GAGLIARDI, RITA (D'ALOISIO), 96, died on Wednesday August 27 at the Bethany Home in Providence. She was one of five children to Luigi and Emma (Lemme) D'Aloisio with three brothers, Elmer, Italo and James, and sister Lydia Maher, all deceased. Rita was the devoted wife of the late concert violinist James Gagliardi, beloved mother to Marie Vescera, Joseph Gagliardi, and Nina Barta, adoring grandmother and aunt, and caring friend to many. Her funeral and burial were private. GEORGE, JOAN E., 64 of Warwick, died Monday at home after losing her battle with cancer. She was the wife of Norman A. George. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Donald A. and Lillian (Caldwell) Riley. Besides her husband, she is survived by three children, Donald, John and Merianne George, two brothers, Donald and Ronald Riley and three grandchildren. Funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick. Calling hours Thursday… GRIFFIN, SISTER MARY JOANNES, 86, a Sister of Mercy and a retired teacher and dietician, died Monday at Mount St. Rita Health Centre. Born Anne B. Griffin in Providence, she was daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Murphy) Griffin. She entered the Sisters of Mercy on February 2, 1946 and professed her vows on August 16, 1951. She obtained a B. Ed. from the former Catholic Teachers College and an M.A. from St Louis University, where she became a registered dietitian. Sister taught in elementary schools in… and friends are invited and may call Wednesday 4 to 7 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to Hospice Southeastern Connecticut, 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360 would be appreciated. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org. HAYES, ELIZABETH: The funeral for Elizabeth Hayes, who died August 31, 2008 will be Thursday, September 4, at 9:00 a.m. from the MANNING-HEFFERN FUNERAL HOME, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church, 193 Walcott St., at 10:00 a.m. The calling hours will be Wednesday 4-7 p.m. in the funeral home. Janet C (McGrath) Andrews - Bristol, RI (09/02/08) Mrs. Janet C. (McGrath) Andrews, age 72, of 49 Woodlawn Avenue, Bristol, died peacefully, Monday, September 1, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Frank H. Andrews,... Julius M Harris III - Central Falls, RI (09/02/08) Julius M. Harris, III, 42, of Rand Street, Central Falls, formerly of Warwick, died Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island. He was the husband of Michelle M. (McEnneny) Harris... KAISER, VERA H., 87, died September 1, 2008. She was the wife of the late Milton A. Kaiser. She is survived by her children, John Kaiser, Milton Kaiser, Laurie Applegate; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. The funeral and burial will be private. Contributions in Vera'a memory may be made to Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, 50 Maude St., Providence, RI 02908. www.rebellofuneralhome.com Read more... KAY, DONALD P., 54, of Toboggan Road, passed away in the Miriam Hospital on Monday. He was the husband of Elizabeth (Grenier) Kay. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Charles Kay and Mary (DeRosa) Blanchette of Florida. He was a life long resident of Cumberland. He graduated from Cumberland High School, Class of 1972. Mr. Kay was employed by Dunkin Donuts Distribution for many years. He was previously employed by Texas Instruments in Attleboro for many years. Besides his wife and mother, he… The family of Paul Michael Kearney is saddened to announce his passing in Boston, Mass., on Friday, Aug. 29, 2008, at age 88. Paul was born in Worcester, Mass., on Sept. 23, 1919, the son of Michael Dolan Kearney and Agnus Joyce Kearney. Paul was predeceased by a brother, Robert Kearney, and a sister, Margaret Kearney Brundage. He was an accomplished baseball player who although recruited by the College of Holy Cross, elected to pursue a professional baseball career playing for the Boston Braves… LAPROCINA, JOSEPH, 87, of 2nd Ave., Cranston, passed away Monday, September 1, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of the late Gertrude N. 'Norma' (Carle) Laprocina. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Nicola and Angelina (Corso) Laprocina. Mr. Laprocina was foreman and machinist at Leesona Corp. in Warwick for 40 years, retiring in 1986. He was a WW-II U.S. Army Veteran, and was an avid card player at the Warwick Fire Fighters Association. He was the devoted father of Norma Lee… LEMIEUX, HENRY J., 68, husband of Helen (Brouilette) Lemieux died on Sunday at William Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT. Born in Central Falls, a son of the late Hector and Adeline (Racine) Lemieux, he had been a resident of Pawtucket for 41 years and was a communicant of St. Joseph Church. Prior to retirement 4 years ago, he had been employed by Osram Sylvania and was a member of the Flint Glass Workers of America, Local 1007. He was an avid bowler who played in local leagues. He served in the US Army.… LIMA, ROSE M. (LOMBARDO), 87, of Old Pocasset Lane, Johnston, formerly of Bristol, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2008 at Cherry Hill Manor, Johnston. She was the wife of Joseph Lima for the past 57 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Leonardo and Francesca (Massaro) Lombardo. Rose worked for the former PF Industries of Bristol for many years before retiring in 1980. Besides her husband she is survived by a sister Angela Cola of Johnston, and several nieces and nephews. She was the… Read more... McCARTHY, JOHN P., 71, of Spring St., passed away Monday at Rehabilitation Hospital of RI, Woonsocket. He was the husband of Mary F. (Foley) McCarthy. They had been married for 43 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Michael and Catherine (Leary) McCarthy. He was a resident of East Greenwich since 1969. Mr. McCarthy was a free lance public relations consultant specializing in political and governmental affairs for many years. Previously he was vice president of public relations for Fitzgerald &… MONTGOMERY, ROBERT J. JR., 80, of Rumford passed away Thursday, August 28, 2008. He was born in Central Falls, the son of the late Robert J. and Etta Mae (Smith) Montgomery, Sr. Mr. Montgomery was the long time companion of Gloria T. Spaulding. Besides Gloria, He is survived by a sister, Ruth Costa of Florida, and Carol Johnson, his wife of 28 years, who preceded him in death. The funeral and burial will be private. Donations can be made to Home and Hospice Care of RI, 50 Maude St., Providence RI 02908.… MORGAN, JOHN A., 88, of Greenville, died Saturday August 30, 2008. Husband of Mildred M. Morgan. Father of John F. Morgan, Patricia M. Westin, and Maureen M. McClure. Brother of Rita Christie and the late Eugene P. and Mary E. Morgan. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. from the TUCKER-QUINN Funeral Chapel, 643 Putnam Ave., (Rt. 44), Greenville with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church, Danielson Pike at 11 a.m. Burial in St. Ann Cemetery.… MORIN, ROLAND R., 78, of Woodland Drive, Coventry, died on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at home. He was the husband of the late Celia M. (Maynard) Morin. Born in West Warwick, a son of the late Ronaldo and Lydia (Massie) Morin, he lived in Coventry and West Warwick for most of his life. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Morin was a truck driver for UNOCAL in Providence for 10 years before retiring. He is survived by two sons, James L. Morin of San Francisco, and Steven R. Morin, and his… NADEEM, MAHDI (JOHN WESLEY), 79, of California Ave., died on Sept. 1, 2008 at the Elmwood Health Center. He was born in Boston, MA, a son of the late James W. Wesley and Florence E. (Jones) Wesley. He was the former husband of Dorothy D. (Fisher) Wesley. He was the father of Ibraheim A. Sabir, Latifah (Ursula) F. Madyun, Carl L., Jamal S., Deanna, Ariel T., Matin (Martin) N. Wesley, the late Denise C. Howard-Almeida and John Wesley, Jr. He was the brother of Nancy Dunlap, the late Pearl Simmons, Florence E.… Norman Hadfield - North Kingstown, RI (09/02/08) Norman Hadfield, 87, formerly of Scrabbletown Road, North Kingstown, died Monday died Monday at the home of his daughter Cheryl F. Heuer in Lisbon, Connecticut . He was the husband of the late Frances... Ralph P. "Chick" Perri Sr. of 55 Ward Ave., Westerly, passed away at The Westerly Hospital Friday, Aug. 30, 2008, at age 88. He was in the 70th year of marriage to his beloved wife Filomena (Parise) Perri. Born in Acri province of Cosenza, Italy, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Domenica (Gencarella) Perri. Mr. Perri was employed for more then 40 years with the Bradford Dyeing Association as a dyer, retiring in 1977. A communicant of The Church of the Immaculate Conception,… Ramsbottom, Barbara A. (Rooney) RAMSBOTTOM, BARBARA A. (ROONEY) 'GAYE', age 105, of Portsmouth died August 31, 2008 at Atria Aquidneck Place, her residence. She was the wife of the late J. Dana Ramsbotttom. Born in Taunton, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late Luke Henry Rooney and the late Mary Alice (Ridings) Rooney she grew up in Taunton and spent her youth in New Bedford graduating from New Bedford High School in 1921. She then lived at 168 Belmont St. in Fall River for many years, moved to Memphis, Tennessee in 1954,… of the Lincoln Library. She was an avid dog lover. Her daughters Alicia Tashash of Greenville, and Virginia Raymond-Csisar of Smithfield, her sons Peter J. Raymond of Cottageville, SC, Stephen M. Raymond of Lincoln and Thomas J. Raymond of Sprakers, NY, her sister Theresa Hanley of Lincoln, 7 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews survive her. Her funeral will be held on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. from the Lincoln Funeral Home, 1501 Lonsdale Ave., Lincoln with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in… James Rittenhouse, 91, died peacefully on Sunday morning, Aug. 31, 2008, at the Westerly Nursing Home. Born in Stonington Borough on Sept. 25, 1916, he was a lifelong resident of the Town of Stonington. After serving in World War II, Jim made his career as a draftsman, retiring from EB in 1984 after 23 years of service. Through the years, he was active in the United Church of Stonington, Asylum (now Coastal) Lodge #57 of Stonington, the Chorus of Westerly, the Stonington Visiting Nurses Association, and the… Sabato B Stanzione, Jr. - Warren, RI (09/02/08) Sabato B. Stanzione, Jr., age 48, of 9 ½ Thompson Street, Warren, died Monday, September 1, 2008 at his home in Warren. Born in Providence, he was a son of Sabato B. Stanzione, Sr., of Bristol and A... SILVERMAN, FLORENCE, 95, of Pawtucket died Tues., Sept. 2, 2008 at her home. She was the beloved wife of the late Harold Silverman. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Raphael and Mamie (Nelson) Silverstein. A lifelong resident of Rhode Island she had worked as an Interior Designer. She leaves her daughter, Sue Sirota and her husband Jonathan of Sudbury, MA; her grandsons, Mark Sirota and his wife, Michelle and Josh Sirota and his wife, Betsy Slattery; and her great-grandchildren Benjamin,… SWEENEY, FRANCESCA, 92, of La Habra, CA, formerly of Providence died on August 30, 2008. Survived by spouse, Albert; son, George Clavin; daughters, Ora Gervais, Frances Lowell, Dorothy Zona; brother, Anthony Golia; sister, Dorothy Gardiner; 15 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; 26 great-great granchildren. Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 at Memory Garden Mortuary in Brea, CA. WILSON, THERESA B., 91, of Village Dr. died on August 30, 2008 at the Hallworth House. She was the wife of the late Paul K. Wilson. She was born in Providence, RI; A daughter of the late John Peters and the late Anna (Lomba) Peters. She was the mother of Paulette V. Wilson and Paul K. Wilson, II. She was the sister of Louise Tavares. She had 4 late brothers and 2 late sisters. She had 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept 13, 2008 at 12 noon in the… Read more... |
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/02/08
| BAZZLE, SUZANNE M. (EDERY), 75, of 10 Pensaukee Avenue, North Providence, died August 31, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Jack Bazzle. Born in Casablanca, Morocco, she was a daughter of the late David and Alice (Assouline) Edery. Mrs. Bazzle was a member of Temple Emanu-El. She is survived by her children; Lt. Eric Bazzle (NPFD) of North Providence, Deborah Blazer of Providence, Lisa Bazzle of North Providence, Judy Bazzle of Providence, and Marc Bazzle of North Providence, her… BEELEY, JAMES J., SR., Detective 1st Class, WPD (retired), 67, of Warwick, died Sunday, August 31, 2008 at R.I. Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Jeannette M. (Boisclair) Beeley and a son of the late James and Josephine (Healey) Beeley. A Warwick resident since 1962, Mr. Beeley was a member of the Warwick Police Dept. for 21 years and a gaming commissioner at Foxwoods for 7 years before retiring. He was a member of the Army Reserve where he served with the military police. He was a beloved father of… Read more... Way, 765 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI 02889. There will be a memorial service in Marys honor Tuesday (today) at 3:00 p.m. in TEMPLE SINAI, 30 Hagen Avenue, Cranston. Burial will be private. Shiva will be observed at her late residence Wednesday and Thursday 5-8 p.m. Arrangements by SHALOM MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Cranston. BRINDAMOUR, REV. ALBERT H., 86, pastor emeritus of St. James Church in Manville died on August 30, 2008. Born in West Warwick, Rhode Island, a son of the late Joseph and Georgiana (Fortier) Brindamour, he attended St. John the Baptist Parochial School in West Warwick. In preparation for the priesthood, he studied at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Sherbrooke, P.Q., Canada and at St. Mary Seminary in Baltimore, Maryland. He was ordained a priest on June 16, 1946 at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul in… CAWLEY, ROBERT V., 73, of What Cheer Road, Narragansett, died Sunday, August 31, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Leonor S. (Salvador) Cawley. They were married for 29 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Vincent and Anna (Keegan) Cawley. Mr. Cawley was employed by the State of Rhode Island as a Pharmacy Aide for twenty-eight years before retiring in 1993. He was a graduate of LaSalle Academy, Class of 1953. Mr. Cawley enjoyed sports and was an avid New York Giants fan. Besides his wife… CONNERY, HAROLD E., 93 of Stanton Avenue, passed away on the morning of August 30th at Shady Acres Nursing Home. Born in Bristol on May 11, 1915, he was the son of the late William H. and Ethel (Stevenson) Connery. Mr. Connery served in the United States Navy in WWII. He was awarded the silver star for valor during combat. After serving his country, he was a self-employed plasterer until his retirement in 1981. Mr. Connery is survived by his wife, Margaret M. (Moran) Connery, his three sons, Michael Connery… DiPRETE, GIOVANNA 'JENNIE' (RUZZO), 90, of Knotty Oak Rd., passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2008 at Kent Regency Eldercare, Warwick. She was the wife of the late Alfred R. DiPrete. A lifelong resident of Coventry, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Louisa (Petrarca) Ruzzo. Jennie was the loving mother of Alfred R. 'Al' DiPrete Jr., Dennis M. DiPrete, and Jo-Ann M. Forcino all of Coventry; Caring grandmother of six, great grandmother of two. She was the sister of the late Antonio,… Read more... DORRWACHTER, MARY C. (HUGHES), 81, of 955 Post Road, Warwick, died peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2008 at Miriam Hospital in Providence surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Albert L. Dorrwachter. Born in Warwick, a daughter of the late John J. and Margaret A. (McCarthy) Hughes, she lived in Warwick for most of her life. Mrs. Dorrwachter was employed in Quality Control at Leviton Manufacturing in Warwick for 20 years, retiring in 1981. She was a member of St. Peter Church Women's Club.… Read more... FALLON, JANE F., 71, of Caporal Street, died Sunday at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph J. Fallon. Born in East Greenwich, she was a daughter of the late Walter D. and Natalie M. (Potter) Northup. Jane leaves four daughters, Grace Andrade, Peachie Simas, Brenda Silva, with whom she lived, and M. Helen Turbitt; three sons, Francis Carl, Donald Carl, and Michael Fallon; two sisters, Carolyn Briganti and Judith Manchester; a brother, Robert Northup; eighteen grandchildren and sixteen… Francoise "Fran" E (Daigle) Masse - Bristol, RI (09/01/08) Mrs. Francoise E. “Fran” (Daigle) Masse, age 80 of Benjamin Church Manor, Bristol, died peacefully Sunday, August 31, 2008 at St. Elizabeth’s Manor, Bristol. She was the wife of Joseph Hector M... Genevieve K (Keenan) Tew - West Warwick, RI (09/01/08) West Warwick - Genevieve K. Tew, 89, of Buckley Avenue, died August 7, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late Malcolm D. Tew. Born in Waynesboro, VA, a daughter of the late James W. and... GEREMIA, ANTHONY S., 59, of Blue Jay Dr., Cranston, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, August 31, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. He was the beloved husband for 36 years of Linda M. (Tetreault) Geremia. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Anthony and Dorothy (Logan) Geremia. Anthony was an engineer in the industrial manufacturing industry for 35 years, working at Brown & Sharpe Mfg. Co. in North Kingstown and later at Gunther International, Ltd. in CT. He was… GRIFFIN, DONALD S., 75, of Lake Shore Drive died Thursday, August 28, 2008 at home. He was the husband of the late Mary T. (Fay) Griffin. Born in Central Falls, a son of the late James A. and Emma (Shea) Griffin, he had lived in Cumberland for the past 40 years. Mr. Griffin worked in various capacities for the former Blackstone Valley Electric Company and later Eastern Utilities, retiring as a meter man. He was a communicant of St. John Vianney Church, Cumberland and had served in the United States Navy… HADFIELD, NORMAN, 87, formerly of Scrabbletown Road, North Kingstown, died Monday at the home of his daughter Cheryl F. Heuer of Lisbon, CT. He was the husband of the late Frances D. (Addy) Hadfield for 62 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late George and Gertrude (Schofield) Hadfield. Mr. Hadfield was a Computer Operator for the Electric Boat division of General Dynamics for over 20 years until his retirement. He served as a Corporal in the Army Air Force Base Unit of The United States Army… Harold Larsen - West Warwick, RI (09/01/08) West Warwick – Harold Larsen, 85, of East Greenwich Avenue, died Friday, August 29, 2008 in the Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Astrid I. (Gustafson) Larsen. Mr. Larsen was born in... HAYES, ELIZABETH, 91, of Rachel Drive, South Attleboro and formerly of Pawtucket died Sunday August 31, 2008 at the Miriam Hospital in Providence. She was the wife of the late Edward J. Hayes. Mrs. Hayes was born in the Valley Falls section of Cumberland, the daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth Ellen (Eddleston) Rayner Schofield. She is survived by her son, Richard A. Hayes, a daughter, Elaine DiLorenzo both of Seekonk, two sisters, Marion Louthis of Cumberland and Florence Williams of Anaheim CA, a… Read more... JOHNSON, HOPE DAVIDSON, 94, died peacefully in her sleep in her daughter's home in Essex, Connecticut on August 29. She was the wife of the late George William Davidson and the late William Reed Johnson. Hope is survived by her three children, George W. Davidson, III of Barrington, Gail Overbeck of New Canaan, Connecticut, Suzy Burke of Essex, Connecticut. She is also survived by her three step-children, Bill Johnson of Wakefield, Rhode Island, Suzy Stover of Asheville, North Carolina, and Cathy… Read more... LARSEN, HAROLD, 85, of East Greenwich Ave., died Friday, August 29, 2008 in the Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Astrid I. (Gustafson) Larsen. Mr. Larsen was born in Providence, a son of the late Ole and Sigrid Larsen and had been a resident of West Warwick for the past eight years previously living in Little Compton. He was a scientific illustrator for C.R.R.E.L. Army Corps of Engineers affiliated with the Department of the Army and later with McLaughlin Research Laboratory in Middletown, RI… MASSE, FRANCOISE E. 'FRAN' (DAIGLE), age 80, of Benjamin Church Manor, Bristol, died peacefully Sunday, August 31, 2008 at St. Elizabeth's Manor, Bristol. She was the wife of Joseph Hector Masse and the late Robert 'Sonny' Nadeau. Born in Woonsocket, RI, a daughter of the late Leo and Melina (Perrier) Daigle. A Bristol resident, she also resided in Cumberland for 20 years and Port Charlotte, FL. Mrs. Masse was a sample maker for Texas Instruments in Attleboro, MA for 20 years retiring in… MORRISON, JOHN E. 'JAKE', 48, of West Shore Road, Warwick, died on Saturday, August 30, 2008 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. He was the husband of Tracey Morrison. Born in Warwick, the loving son of Pauline H. (Schmieder) Morrison of West Warwick, and the late James R. Morrison, Sr., he was a life-long Warwick resident. A 1978 graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School, he was a member of the 1978 RI State Champion Basketball team, and the New England Champion Basketball team, which was inducted… PACHECO, ALEXANDRINA, 92, of Albert Avenue, died September 1, 2008 at Grace Barker Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Joao Sousa Pacheco. Born in Feteiras, Sao Miguel, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Maria (Amor Divino) Amaral. She had worked as a molding machine operator for the former PM&E. She is survived by her son; John N. Pacheco and his wife Maria both of Barrington. She is survived by her grandson Michael J. Pacheco of Cumberland and 2 great grandchildren. She was… Rev. Albert H Brindamour - Lincoln, RI (09/01/08) Lincoln – Rev. Albert H. Brindamour, 86, pastor emeritus of St. James Church in Manville died in August 30, 2008. Born in West Warwick, Rhode Island, a son of the late Joseph and Georgiana (Fo... ROSATI, ROSINA 'ROSE', 93, of Touro St., passed away peacefully Sunday, August 31, 2008 surrounded by her loving family at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Guido Rosati. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Stefano and Rachela (Iuvino) Coccia. Mrs. Rosati was employed at the Providence School Department for many years before her retirement. She was a devoted and loving mother to Guido and Gail Rosati, Diana Coia and her husband Alfred, Laura Macari and Sandra Halstead; a… TAYLOR, DAVID P., 71 of Greenwich Avenue, husband of Joan (Fellela) Taylor died August 24, he was in Maintenance for the Danoco, Inc. He was born in Providence the son of the late Charles O. and Emily (James) Taylor, Sr. He was the father of the late David P. Taylor, Jr. and Paul Taylor. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday September 4, 2008 at 10 A.M. in St. Rocco Church, 927 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, Rhode Island. TEW, GENEVIEVE K., August 7, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Malcolm D. Tew. Mother of Barbara T. Fontaine and her husband Anthony of Cranston and Tharon D. Tew with whom she lived. Sister of Mike Keenan and the late Mary Crider, Dorothy Alexander, John, Charles and James W. Keenan, Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, September 5, 2008 at 10:00 AM in Immaculate Conception Church, Garden Hills Drive, Cranston. Burial private. Donations in her memory may be made to… WALSH, SIGRID E. (PUHAKKA), 95, of 1 St. Elizabeth Way, died Saturday at St. Elizabeth Home, East Greenwich. She was the wife of the late John M. Walsh. Born in Fitchburg, MA., a daughter of the late Oskari and Helmi (Putkonen) Puhakka, she had lived in East Greenwich since 1966. Sigrid was a communicant of Our Lady of Mercy Church since 1966. She was a member of Potowomut Country Club for forty-two years and was recently made an Honorary Member. She enjoyed golf, duplicate bridge, gardening, and collecting… Read more... |
Monday, September 1, 2008
Rhode Island Daily Obituaries 09/01/08
| Richard J. Ainsworth, 57, of Farmholme Road, Stonington, died suddenly on Monday, Aug. 25, 2008. He was the beloved husband and soul mate of 32 years to Melinda Turner Ainsworth. Richard was born in Westerly on May 2, 1951, and he was the devoted son of Gordon and Arlene (McFarland) Ainsworth of Pawcatuck. Rich worked at Doncasters Precision Casting-New England in Groton as a Welding Supervisor/Repair Analyst. His broad depth of knowledge and expertise in welding was sought after to identify the most… Anna E (Doyle) Branscomb - Pawtucket, RI (08/31/08) Anna E. (Doyle) Branscomb, 81, a resident of The Jeanne Jugan Residence, Main Street, died Saturday, August 30, 2008 at Oak Hill Nursing Home, Pawtucket. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the... BAKER, CARLETON S. 'CARTY', 89, of North Providence died Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the husband of the late Wilma (Dohring) Baker. Born in Smithfield, he was a son of the late Walter S. and Lillie K. (Robinson) Baker. He had resided in North Providence for 81 years. He was a former athlete at Central High School having won the state wrestling championship in 1936 and 1937. Mr. Baker had worked for 40 years at H & H Screw Products in Lincoln before… Read more... Carleton S Baker - North Providence, RI (08/31/08) Baker, Carleton S. “Carty”, 89, of North Providence died Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the husband of the late Wilma (Dohring) Baker. Born in Smithfield... COSTABILE, WILLIAM R., 65, of Abbott Avenue, Warwick, passed away Friday, August 29, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio N. and Caroline (Lucidi) Costabile. William was a jewelry designer in the jewelry industry for many years before retiring. He was the devoted father of Robin C. Collins and her husband Jody of South Carolina and dear brother of Richard, Ciro and Donald Costabile, Marie Boscia and the late Anthony Costabile. Relatives and friends are… Read more... EILINGER, SR. KATHLEEN F., 79, Franciscan Missionary of Mary of Ein Karim Community, died August 28, 2008 at St. Antoine Residence, North Smithfield. Visiting hours will be Tuesday, September 2, 2008 from 4 to 8PM, with a wake Service at 7 PM in Holy Family Chapel, 399 Fruit Hill Avenue, North Providence. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, September 3 at 11:00AM in the Holy Family Chapel. Burial will be in the Holy Family Cemetery. www.boyleandsonfuneralhome.com Read more... Read more... JOHNSON, MILTON PAUL, 69, a letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service for 30 years before retiring in 1982, died Saturday, August 30, 2008 at home. He was the husband of the late Jo-Ann (Powers) Johnson and a son of the late Milton P. and Dorothy (St. George) Johnson. Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1956-1959 and was a volunteer driver for the DAV. He is survived by three children Stephen Johnson and Susan Barden, and Dr. Kenneth Johnson; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. He was the father of… KANE, JUDGE THOMAS J., SR., 84, of Knollridge Dr., No. Smithfield, died Saturday, August 30, 2008 in Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the husband of the late Frances A. (Wrenne) Kane. Born in Achusnet, MA, he was the son of the late James L. and Marguerite E. (Lannon) Kane, Sr. Mr. Kane was a 1942 graduate of Blackstone High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. In 1950 he received a Law Degree from Boston College School of Law and was admitted to the Rhode Island Bar.… Read more... LEDDY, KATHLEEN E., 47, of Baron Court died Saturday at her home. She was the daughter of Andrew J. Leddy of Providence and Joyce A. (Johnson) Leddy of Cranston. Born in Providence, Ms. Leddy was a parent advocate at Vanderhayden Hall for several years before retiring due to illness. She was a resident of West Sand Lake, NY for 14 years before moving to Warwick a year ago. Besides her parents, she leaves three sons, Michael D. Dutra, Steven L. Dearborn, and Matthew A. Pacheco; three daughters, Melanie A.… Maureen "Moe" (Souza) Potvin - Fall River, MA (08/31/08) Maureen “Moe” (Souza) Potvin, 70, of Norfolk St., Fall River, wife of Robert “Ted” Potvin, died Sunday, August 31, 2008. She was employed by Darwood Mfg. for 10 years and Bradley... MESSIER, MARCEL H., 82, of Cranston passed away Thursday August 28, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center in Providence, Rhode Island. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Edith (Susi) Messier, sons Michael of Mexico City, Mexico and Jeffrey and his wife Catherine (Marques) of Fall River, MA, his cherished grandchildren Marc and Matthew Messier, and his brother Richard of Fall River, MA along with several nieces and nephews. He was born in Pawtucket, RI, the son of Edgar and Emma Messier. Marcel… PERLMAN, A. MURRY, 93, of North Kingstown, died August 31, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. He was the husband of E. Rosalind (Katz) Perlman. Born in Plainfield, NJ, a son of the late Harry and Lillian (Frucht) Perlman, he had been a resident of East Hills, Long Island, NY before moving to North Kingstown 6 years ago. Mr. Perlman was a graduate of the former Etz Chaim Yeshiva in Brooklyn and was a graduate of Brooklyn College. He was the owner of the former American Hydrolube, retiring in 2002. Mr. Perlman served… REGA, RITA M., 84, of Rockwood Ave., Cranston, passed away Friday, August 29, 2008 at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John and Antonia (Iannucelli) Rega. Rita worked for the State of RI School Lunch Program for many years before retiring in 1987. She enjoyed her family, gardening and baking. She is survived by three brothers, John Rega and his wife Joan, Joseph Rega and his wife Rose and Anthony Rega and his wife MaryAnn,… SEEBECK, CARL M., 62, of West Cole Street, Pawtucket died Friday, August 29, 2008. He was the husband of Christine E. (Burnett) Seebeck. They had been married 11 years. Mr. Seebeck was born in Brooklyn, NY, son of Dorothy (Bohm) Seebeck and the late August M. Seebeck. He was the manager of the Metro-Park Garage at the Amtrack station in downtown Providence for many years. For the past 20 years he was an active, sober member of A.A. Mr. Seebeck was a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War serving on the U.S.S.… SLEZAK, STANLEY L., 77, of Cochran Street, West Warwick, died on Friday, August 29, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Irene J. (Boudreau) Slezak. Mr. and Mrs. Slezak were married for 54 years. Born in West Warwick, and a life-long resident, he was a son of the late Stanley and Rose C. (Coutu) Slezak. An Army veteran of the Korean War, he was a member of American Legion Post # 2 in West Warwick. Mr. Slezak was employed at Electric Boat in Groton, CT for 40 years, retiring as… Stella (Maillet) Healey - Burrillville, RI (08/31/08) Stella Healey, 94 of Harrisville, formerly of Central Falls, died Saturday at home. She was the wife of the late Dr. James P. Healey. Born in Prince Edward Isle, Canada, she was a daughter of the la... of Little Compton Nurses Association, 115 East Main Road, Little Compton, Rhode Island 02837, or to the Boca Grande Health Clinic, P. O. Box 517, Boca Grande, Florida 33921. Arrangements are in the Care of the Waring-Sullivan Funeral Home, Fall River. Read more... ZAROOGIAN, CHARLES, 83, of East Greenwich, passed away Friday, August 29, 2008 at Kent County Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband for 53 years of the late Catherine M. (Elby) Zaroogian. Born in Providence, a son of the late Garabed and Arsine (Boligian) Zaroogian, he lived in Cranston before moving to East Greenwich in 2004. Mr. Zaroogian worked with his late brother Herbert at Herbs Sunoco in Warwick for over 30 years before retiring. He was a WW-II U.S. Navy Veteran. He was the loving and… |