(10/19/14) Pawtucket – John Amaral, 85, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 18, 2014. He was the beloved husband of Jeannette M. (Lacoursiere) Amaral for sixty-three years. Born in Rehoboth, he was the son of the late Sylvester and Maria “Susie” (Oliveira) Amaral. John was a trailer truck driver for American Insulated Wire, Pawtucket for forty-six years before retiring in 1994. Besides his wife, he leaves two sons, Michael and Donald Amaral both of Rehoboth; two daughters, Susan Vachon of Pawtucket and Deborah Robinson of Boynton Beach, FL; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. VISITATION to which relatives and friends are invited will be Thursday 5 to 8 p.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. His funeral followed by interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence will be private. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com

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(10/20/14) Henry John McClarence was born July 17, 1951 to the late Harry J. and Mildred B. (Jenkins) McClarence in Peoria, Illinois. He died peacefully in his sleep at St. Elizabeth Home, East Greenwich, Rhode Island. He is survived by his sister, Victoria McClarence Murray and brother-in-law, Wallace J. Murray, Jr., of Warwick, Rhode Island. He attended St. Mary’s School for Special Children in St. Louis, Mo., and the Holiday and Wilson schools in Pekin, Illinois. The family retired from Pekin to Venice, Florida in the early 80’s. He lived with his parents at Valencia Residences on the Gulf until the time of their deaths. Mr. McClarence enrolled as a full-time student at Loveland Center in 1994 and became a resident in the Loveland Group Home in l995. He spent vacations and holidays with the Murrays at their home on Love Lane. Henry had many friends. He had an infectious smile and a good sense of humor. He prided himself on being a “gentleman” in all situations and his positive, friendly; manner made him a joy to be with. Mr. McClarence is remembered for his performances in the Loveland Follies at the Venice Little Theatre. He had standout “starring roles” and established himself as an accomplished comedian. He was a Special Olympics athlete and volunteered with Meals on Wheels and Children First. Mr. McClarence will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. He received and gave love all of his life. He was predeceased by his brother, Michael J. McClarence. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Saturday, October 25, at 10:00am, St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, Warwick, Rhode Island. Interment will be private, Lakeside Mausoleum, Pekin, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, prayers and donations to Loveland Center, 157 Havana Road, Venice, Florida 34292 would be appreciated. For more information and condolences please visit www.carpenterjenks.com

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(10/20/14) Anthony J. “Tony” Garand, 99, of Fall River, husband of the late Jeannette O. (Ouellette) Garand, died Sunday, October 19, 2014. An Army Staff Sergeant veteran of WW II, he owned and operated the former Tony’s Variety Store, County St., in the 1950’s and was employed by New England Telephone Co. for 22 years. He was past-president of the St. Vincent de Paul Society and Holy Name Society member of Notre Dame Parish, and a Charlton Memorial Hospital volunteer. He was the father of Jeannine Lapriore of Westport, Phyllis Francoeur of Fall River, Elaine Coulombe of Somerset and the late Maureen Boulanger (husband Robert of Somerset); the grandfather of Steven Lapriore (Claudine), Christine Oliveira (Paul), Jeffrey Francoeur (Karen), Jason Francoeur (Jennifer) Robert Boulanger, Lori Noble (Douglas), David Boulanger, Lisa Boulanger, Owen Coulombe and Nina Coulombe; the great-grandfather of Seth and Paige Lapriore, Sydney and Lindsey Oliveira, Anthony Joseph, Abigail, Brayden and Riley Francoeur and Sabrina and Benjamin Noble. The son of the late Joseph Napoleon and Emilia (Cote) Garand and the brother of the late Delia Valliere, Alice Phenix, Adrienne Cabral, Irene Roy, Bernadette Morrissette and Leo, Albert, Wilfred, Hilaire and Francois Garand, he also leaves many nieces and nephews. His funeral will be held Thursday at 10:00 AM from the AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME, 690 So. Main St., Fall River, with a funeral mass at St. Bernadette Church at 11:00 AM. Burial, St. Patrick Cemetery, Somerset. Visitation, Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. LARGE PARKING AREA and BARRIER-FREE ENTRANCE at the rear of funeral home. Donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1799 Pleasant St., Fall River MA 02723. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(10/20/14) Pawtucket – Doris L. (Plamondon) Shea, 89, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, October 17, 2014. She was the beloved wife of the late Edwin L. Shea. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late Oscar A. and Emma (Camire) Plamondon. Doris was a seamstress at Health-Tex for nearly forty years until its closing. She will always be remembered as a strong woman and for her great sense of humor. Doris was an avid Red Sox fan; devoted Bingo player and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She leaves two daughters, Patricia Shea-Samul of Connecticut and Carol A. Shea of Pawtucket; four grandchildren, Gina Brielle Buglione, Daniel J. Dyer and his fiancée Kristen Dagenais, Justine D. Fernandes and Gianna L. Fernandes and a great-grandson, Kaleb Joshua Stewart. She was the sister of Claire Turrell of CT and FL, Rita Mills in FL, Irene Plamondon of Attleboro, Robert Plamondon of Woonsocket, Theresa Malloy of Central Falls, Gerard Plamondon of St. Martin, Caribbean and the late Norman, Roland, Raymond Plamondon and Pauline Wood. Doris was the mother of the late Elizabeth A. Shea. Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Visitation and flowers are respectfully omitted. Memorial gifts to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241 or the American Lung Association, 260 West Exchange St., Suite 102-B, Providence, RI 02903 will be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com

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(10/21/14) Gilda (Conti) Napolitano, 80, of North Kingstown passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at Miriam Hospital. She was the wife of the late Anthony Napolitano. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Lucia (Carnevale) Conti. Mrs. Napolitano was a Claims Representative for Blue Cross & Blue Shield of RI. She was the best cook in the world. A class act with outstanding morals and values, she truly enriched the lives of all who knew this wonderful woman. She was the beloved mother of Dianne C. Benedict and her companion Carl Rayner of West Warwick, Nicholas A. Napolitano and his companion Ruth Berman of Port St. Lucy, FL and David D. Napolitano and his wife Pauline of Cranston. Loving grandmother of Danielle Napolitano, Nicole Napolitano, Nicholas Rossi, Kelli Richards and Shannon Richards. Cherished sister of Gloria Lupino of Warwick and the late Phillip, Raymond, Edward and Diane Conti. Caring sister in law of Toni Conti. Her funeral services were private. Arrangements by THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME.

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(10/21/14) Pawtucket – George Matook, 86, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, October 20, 2014. He was the husband of Constance “Connie” L. (Wilkowski) Matook for sixty years. George served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was the proprietor of Gemsew Sewing Machine Repair on Central Ave., Pawtucket for many years. George enjoyed repairing sewing machines and donating them to many local non-profits and for bringing smiles to children with small gifts. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and kind ways. George was a longtime member of Jenks Lodge No. 24, Pawtucket. Besides his loving wife, he leaves a daughter, Deborah J. Matook and her husband, Murat Oztermiyeci of Cumberland; a son, George M. Matook, MD of Edmond, OK; three sisters, Rita Sayegh, Mary David both of Pawtucket and Ida Carlos of Lincoln; a brother, Samuel Matook and his wife, Kay of Pawtucket and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Fred Matook, Emily Albert and Rose Affsa. George loved his late dog, Jack and his grand dog, Fuzz and grand cat, Luca. His funeral with Military Honors will be held Friday at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by Services at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, 249 High St., Pawtucket. Interment will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery. VISITATION will be at the funeral home Thursday 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to Nursing Placement Hospice, 334 East Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02860 will be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com

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(10/21/14) Warwick – Shirley (Ochs) Chaffee, 89, formerly of Gould Avenue, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 16, 2014. Shirley was an employee of the Warwick school system for over 35 years. She was also an active member of Norwood Baptist Church where she spent many hours worshiping and volunteering with her many friends. Shirley loved traveling the world and being surrounded by family and friends. She was the beloved wife of the late Earle Chaffee; daughter of the late Roy and Mabel Ochs and sister to Marilyn Lindstrom of South Kingstown. She was the mother of son, William & his wife Joanne of Warwick; son, James & his wife Joan of Warwick and son, Richard & his wife, Toya of Utah. Grandmother of Kerri Dailey, Jonathan Chaffee, Meghan Palumbo, Craig Chaffee, Toya-Lynn Flanagan and Natalie Chaffee. Great grandmother of Keagan & Kyson Flanagan, Mackenzie & Samantha Dailey and Jameson & Patrick Palumbo. Calling hours will be held on Monday, October 27 from 5-8 pm at Carpenter Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick, RI 02893. Her funeral is Tuesday, October 28 at 10 a.m. at Norwood Baptist Church, 48 Budlong Avenue, Warwick, RI 02888. Burial will be in Quidnesset Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made to Norwood Baptist Church Memorial Fund to support its Missions Ministries, a cause that she held dear to her heart. Remembrances may be offered on line at carpenterjenks.com.

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(10/22/14) Tyrell K. Holden, 31, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2014 peacefully at home. He was the beloved son of Norman B. Holden of Warwick and the late Maria F. (Gomes) Holden. Loving brother of Kerri Lynn Vieira of Foster and Bonnie Lynn Holden of Warwick. Cherished grandson of Mary Lawrence of West Warwick. Caring uncle of two nephews, Landon and Noah. Tyrell was an Information Technology Specialist for P.C. Troubleshooters, Inc. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation on Friday, October 24, 2014 from 12 Noon – 2:00 pm in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). Burial will be private.

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(10/22/14) Pawtucket – James G. Karneeb, 89, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2014. He was the beloved husband of Edith (Farrington) Karneeb for fifty-eight years. A lifelong resident of Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Thomas and Josephine (Teebagy) Karneeb. Jim was a World War II U.S. Army veteran. He was employed by Health-Tex, Central Falls and Cumberland for over forty years before retiring as a Distribution Manager in 1983. Jim was a fifty year member of Jenks Lodge No. 24; Past Patron of Queen Esther Chapter No. 2, Order of the Eastern Star; Grand Order of the Sword of Bunker Hill, Gaspee Order No. 99, Providence; Rhode Island Shriners and an avid golfer. Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Lynn H. Karneeb of Pawtucket; a sister, Gloria Farrington of Richmond; a brother, Joseph Karneeb of Warwick and nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Margaret and Albert Karneeb. His funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by Services at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, 249 High St., Pawtucket. Interment at Highland Memorial Park, Johnston will be private. VISITATION will be Sunday 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, 249 High St., Pawtucket, RI 02860 or Gentiva Hospice, 2374 Post Rd Ste 206, Warwick, RI 02886 would be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com

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(10/22/14) THEROUX, Charles E., 92, of Coventry, passed away Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014 at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of the late Diana A. (Burton) Lukowicz-Theroux and the late Irene C. (Fortin) Theroux. Born in West Warwick, he was the son of the late Leonard and Florida (Beauchesne) Theroux. He was a lifelong resident of the Pawtuxet Valley. Mr. Theroux was a maintenance machinist with Arkwright, Inc. for many years before retiring. He was a WWII Army Veteran. He is survived by two children, Charles E. “Chuck” Theroux, Jr. and Dorothy Murray; two step-children, Priscilla J. Pilla and Glenn Lukowicz and three grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014 at 10 am in SS. John & Paul Church, 341 South Main St., Coventry. Interment will be private. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Information and condolences, please visit: www.henault-gallogly.com

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(10/23/14) Pawtucket – Juliette M. (Vaughn) Nagle, 89, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 to rejoin her late beloved husband, James “Sparky” P. Nagle. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late James M., Sr. and Katherine (Flood) Vaughn. Juliette enjoyed sewing and gardening, but above all she was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She leaves three daughters, Judy Kearney of Douglas, MA, Trish Nagle of Warwick and Kathryn Whittaker of Pawtucket; a son, Stephen Nagle of Coventry; sixteen grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late James and David Nagle and the sister of the late James Vaughn, Jr., Robert Vaughn and Muriel Malkie. VISITATION will begin on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at CHEETHAM Funeral Home, 1012 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Noon in St. Teresa Church, 358 Newport Ave. Interment will follow at Mount Saint Mary Cemetery. The family wishes to extend its deepest gratitude to the nurses and staff of Darlington Memory Lane and Gentiva Hospice, for their kindness, compassion and excellent care. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 205 Hallene Rd., Suite 209, Warwick, RI 02886 or Darlington Memory Lane, 1073 Mineral Spring Ave., No. Providence, RI 02904 will be appreciated. CheethamFuneralHome.com

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(10/23/14) Manville – Ruth A. Valois, 81, of Bouvier Avenue died Monday, October 20, 2014 at Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. A lifelong resident of Manville, she was a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Blandine (Valois) Valois. Miss Valois was a bookkeeper at Comtorgage Corporation, North Smithfield and later at Halifax Floral, Pawtucket for 20 years before retiring. She was a communicant of St. James Church, Manville. She was a Eucharistic Minister at St. James Church and a counselor for the SPRED Movement. She was a 52-year member of the Secular Institute of the Oblate Missionaries of Mary Immaculate. She is survived by one brother, Louis J. Valois of Narragansett; and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Edouard Valois, Pauline Picard and Roger Valois. Her funeral will be held MONDAY, OCTOBER 27 at 8:30 A.M. from BELLOWS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in St. James Church, 33 Division Street, Manville. Burial will be in St. James Cemetery, Manville. Relatives and friends are invited and may call SUNDAY 2-5 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Miss Valois’s memory to O.M.M.I., c/o Pauline Labbe, 56 Brookfield Street, Lawrence, MA 01843 would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com.

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(10/23/14) East Providence – John G. Poisson, 75, of Rumford, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2014. He was the former husband of Eileen Abboud of North Providence and Antoinette Poisson of Pompano Beach, Florida. Born in East Douglas, MA, he was a son of the late Alfred and Margaret (Bowness) Poisson and the stepson of the late Juliette (Salois) Poisson. Besides his former wives, he leaves two sons, Dean D. Poisson and his wife, Jean of Clearwater, Florida and Scott J. Poisson and his wife, Stacey of Seekonk; a daughter, Tracie A. Cabral and her husband, Adelio of Smithfield and eight grandchildren. He was the brother of David Poisson and his wife, Kandi of Franklin, NH, Monica Vary and her husband, Ron of Wareham, MA, Bernard Poisson and his wife, Amelia of Georgia and the late Donald Poisson. VISITATION to which relatives and friends are invited will be Saturday 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. His funeral followed by interment at Moshassuck Cemetery, Central Falls will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main St., Providence, RI 02904 would be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com

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(10/23/14) Yvette (Lavoie) Sowden, 90, of Somerset, formerly of Fall River, a housekeeper at the former St. Roch and Sacred Heart rectories, widow of Francis Sowden, died Tuesday, October 21, 2014. She was the daughter of the late George and Rose Alba (Bazinet) Lavoie; the sister of the late Marie Roszkowicz, Alban Lavoie and Ulysses Lavoie; and the aunt of Donna Niewola of Swansea, Raymond Roszkowicz of Lakeville, Alban Lavoie, Jr., Joan Gallant and Anne Marie Lavoie, all of Fall River and the late George Lavoie and Dolores Dean. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the staff at Clifton Rehab Nursing Home and Clifton Hospice for their loving and compassionate care of Mrs. Sowden. Her funeral will be held Saturday at 8:30 AM from the AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME, 690 So. Main St., Fall River, with a Funeral Service at the Church of Our Savior, Somerset, at 10:00 AM. LARGE PARKING AREA & BARRIER-FREE ENTRANCE at the rear of funeral home. Burial, Notre Dame Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Donations may be made to Clifton Hospice or Clifton Patient Activities Fund, 500 Wilbur Ave., Somerset MA 02725. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(10/24/14) EDWARDO, Sandra A. (Shaw), 72, of Lake Worth, FL and formerly of North Providence, died peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2014 after a battle with brain cancer. She was the wife of the late Philip A. Edwardo, Jr. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Allen and Lena (Flynn) Shaw. Sandy graduated from Blessed Sacrament School, St. Xavier’s High School and Rhode Island Hospital School of Nursing. She devoted her adult life to the nursing profession, working at the Rhode Island Institute of Mental Health and Fatima Hospital and ultimately serving as a Nurse Manager for many years at the Veterans Administration Hospital. We will remember Sandy for her boundless energy, her sharp wit and sense of humor, and her devotion to her family and friends. She loved to travel and to seek out new adventures, the crazier the better. She is survived by her sister, Madeline Shaw of Providence; her three children, Philip Edwardo, III of West Palm Beach, Stephanie Huling of East Greenwich and Hollie Edwardo of Warwick and her grandchildren, Gabriella and Justin Edwardo and Leah, Cate and Maya Huling. We want to extend our warmest thanks to the staff at The Classics of West Palm Beach — and especially to Reena, her devoted caregiver — for their superb care during these past few years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2014 at 11:00 am in St. George Maronite Catholic Church (formerly St. Ann Church) 1493 Cranston St., Cranston. Interment will be private. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. We hope you will consider making a donation to your favorite charity in her memory. Information and condolences, please visit: www.galloglyfuneralhome.com

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(10/24/14) LAMB, John H. “Jack”, 86, of West Warwick, passed away Wednesday evening, Oct. 22, 2014, at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of the late Celia M. (Lesniak) Lamb. Born in West Warwick, a son of the late James and Mary Agnes (Lamb) Lamb. He was a lifelong resident of West Warwick. Mr. Lamb was an inspector with the RI DMV for many years before retiring. He was an Army Veteran during the Korean War and a communicant of St. Mary Church. He leaves two children, John R. “Ron” Lamb and his wife Kathleen of Coventry and Deborah A. Gamelin and her husband James of Coventry and two grandsons, Jeffrey and David Gamelin. He was the brother of the late James E. Lamb and Anna Noel. His funeral will be held Monday, Oct. 27, 2014 at 9 am from the HENAULT-GALLOGLY Funeral Home, 5 Eddy St., West Warwick. A Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am in St. Mary Church, Church St., West Warwick. Interment will follow with military honors in the parish cemetery. Visiting hours Sunday 3-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Mary Church, 70 Church St., West Warwick, RI 02893 in his memory would be appreciated. Information and condolences, please visit: www.henault-gallogly.com

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(10/25/14) Esther (Carlson) Peek, 92, of Narragansett passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at home. She was the wife of the late Glen V. Peek. Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Hilda (Frederickson) Carlson. She was a secretary for United Wire and Aramco for over 20 years until her retirement. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church. She enjoyed playing Bridge, traveling and her home on Narrow River. She was the beloved mother of Carolyn A. Hayes and her husband Jeffrey D. Hayes of Yarmouth, Maine. Caring sister of Elsie Vaughan, Svea Berggren and her husband Richard and the late Carl and Art Carlson. Cherished aunt of several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 from 1:00-2:00 pm followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 pm in Sandberg Chapel of Bethany Lutheran Church, 116 Rolfe Street, Cranston. Burial will be private. Arrangements by THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME.

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(10/25/14) Louis Roberti, 89, of Warwick passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Teresa (Capaldo) Roberti for 64 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Romeo and Rose (Calderone) Roberti. Mr. Roberti was a Civil Service Worker for The United States Government at Quonset-Davisville then served as a driver for The State of Rhode Island. He served in The United States Navy during WW II. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Warwick and a life member of the D.A.V. The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff on 4th floor West at Kent Hospital for their excellent care of Mr. Roberti. He was the loving father of Paul L. Roberti and his wife Susan of East Providence and Stephen J. Roberti of Warwick. Cherished grandfather of the late Brendan Roberti. Caring brother of Mary Serbo of Johnston and the late Amelia Gesualdo. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 10:00 am in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 596 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. Burial will be private. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated.

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(10/25/14) DUBUC, Melina O. (Ouellette), 101, formerly of Flynn Terrace, West Warwick, widow of Gaston A. Dubuc and mother of Dr. B. Doris Dubuc, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2014 in Detroit, Michigan where she lived with her daughter. Born in Manchaug, MA to the late Willie and Exilie (Malhoit) Ouellette, she resided in West Warwick most of her life where she had been a member of The Ladies of St. Ann at St. John the Baptist Church and St. Benedict \’s Circle #423 Daughters of Isabella for over 50 years Mrs. Dubuc was the last of her generation. Besides her daughter, she is survived by several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2014 at Old St. Mary\’s Catholic Church, Detroit, MI. Burial will be private in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Warwick, RI. Information and condolences, please visit: www.henault-gallogly.com

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(10/26/14) Dorothy E. (Tanner) Saunders, 84, of Sparrow Drive, Westerly, was called home peacefully by Our Savior Jesus on Friday morning, October 24, 2014 at the Westerly Health Center. She was predeceased by her son, Clifford R. Saunders of Stafford Springs, CT. She leaves behind her three loving daughters and their husbands, Elizabeth and Donald Coyne of Amston Lake, CT; Joan and Allyn Soucier of Canterbury, CT and Kathleen and John Smith of Westerly, RI and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also leaves behind her closest and dearest, lifelong friend, Joan Saunders of Little Compton, RI and a brother-in-law Philip Price of Florida. Dorothy was born in Cranston, RI on October 16, 1930, one of four daughters of Clifford W. and Catherine (Raftery) Tanner. She was one of their four daughters and predeceased by Helen Clutter, Mary Coville and Margaret Price. She was a communicant of Saint Clare Church, Westerly, RI. Dottie was silly and fun while enjoying life with her family and friends. She loved the beach, and ocean and travel. She was symbolic and understood symbols at a deep level. God graced Dorothy with the spiritual Gift of Helps (Corinthians I 12:28). She helped so many people in her lifetime and she did this with prayer, love and guidance. She was a teacher of the power or prayer, high morals and values and she spread the Word of God in her teachings. Professionally, Dorothy was the Director of the Norwich, CT Diocesan Office of Family Life. Prior to this position, she served as Director of the Ministry for Divorced, Separated and Remarried Catholics. She was a member of the Diocesan Marriage Board and Family Perspective Team, the National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers and the Northern American Conference for Separated, Divorced Catholics. She was a mediator for the Center for Dispute Resolution Services, serving on a team in divorce mediation. She facilitated “New Life, New Love,” a remarriage preparation program. She planned and presented numerous programs and workshops for separated and divorced adults in Eastern Connecticut. She completed clinical pastoral education at Hartford Hospital. She was a Commissioned Lay Minister of the Norwich Diocese. She studied at Holy Apostles College, Cromwell, CT and Eastern Connecticut State University. She was a leader of a support group for separated and divorced Catholics and coordinator of Religious Education at St. Bernard Parish, Rockville, CT. Please join us for a celebration of Dorothy’s life at a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Saint Clare, 62 Crandall Avenue, Misquamicut, RI 02891. There are no calling hours. Burial will follow the Mass at St. Sebastian Cemetery, Westerly, RI. For online condolences please visit www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.com

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