(03/31/15) Jody (Vaughn) Harrison PhD, 62, of Cranston, passed away on March 28, 2015 at home. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Richard V. Vaughn and Ann (Adams) Colvin and step daughter of the late Kenneth M. Colvin (Lt. C.F.D. Retd). Ms. Harrison was a Legal Administrator for Hodosh, Spinella & Angelone in Providence for 27 years retiring in 2008 due to illness. She received her PhD from Johnson & Wales. She was self taught as an artist and painter and enjoyed interior decorating. She was the beloved sister of Richard Lincoln Vaughn and his wife Lea of Hope and Judy Vaughn of Coventry. Loving aunt of Megan Ostrander, Richard S. Vaughn and Loren Vaughn. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation on Thursday from 9:00-11:00 am followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 am in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). Burial will follow in Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown.

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(04/16/15) PETTI, Arleen I., (Demers), 95, of Petti Dr., West Warwick, passed away Saturday April 11, 2015 in her home. She was the wife of the late Guido J. Pettinicchio. Born in West Warwick, a daughter of the late Everett C. and Anne (Dennigan) Demers. She was a lifelong resident of West Warwick. She is survived by seven children, Angela Salas, Donna Soares, Mark Petti, Deborah Casey, Michael Petti, Kim Petti and Susan Petti; fifteen grandchildren, six great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Barbara Champagne. She was a graduate of St. James School, John F. Deering High School and Rhode Island College of Education where she earned a degree in teaching. In her early years Arleen enjoyed working with her father in his grocery store where she acquired an entrepreneurial spirit which in later years she would impart to her children. Upon graduation from college she worked for a brief period as a middle school teacher after which she stayed home to raise her seven children. Following the death of her Mother, she began a twenty four year career in community social work initially with the Town of West Warwick and later with the State of RI where she focused on developing independence in her clients through finding gainful employment. A renaissance woman she was an accomplished seamstress, water color artist, golfer, gardener and landscaper. She had a passion for tending her many gardens and building stone walls used to terrace her hillside yard. Following her retirement in 1983, she traveled, cared for her grandchildren and actively pursued management of her investments. She was driven by the goal of building a portfolio of investments for her children. She also was an active contributor to research conducted by the National Institutes of Health as a 20 year participant in the Women’s Health Initiative, one of the largest and most successful public health prevention studies of it’s kind. With all her life\’s accomplishments and diverse interests, the role of which Arleen was most fond was that of Mother and Grandmother. She always credited her family as her greatest source of strength and profound joy! Her funeral will be held Monday, April 20, 2015 at 9 am from the HENAULT – GALLOGLY Funeral Home, 5 Eddy St., West Warwick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am in Sacred Heart Church, 820 Providence Street, West Warwick. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, West Warwick. Visiting hours Sunday 3-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Crossroads RI, 160 Broad St., Providence, RI 02903 in her memory would be appreciated. Information and condolences, please visit: www.henault-gallogly.com

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(04/15/15) William O. Fournier, 84, formerly of Central Falls, passed away Monday after an illness. He was the husband of the late Dorothy (Grossi) Fournier. Born in Pawtucket, a son of Winifred (Flood) Fournier and lived most of Central Falls. Bill was employed at at the former ‘Nissen’s’ Bakery and formerly named Gorman’s Bakery for 45 years before retiring. He also had served in the US Coast Guard. His only survivor is a son William M. Fournier of Pawtucket. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 10 AM in the Charles Coelho Funeral Home, 151 Cross St. Central Falls. Interment will follow at Mt. St. Mary’s Cemetery, Pawtucket. Calling Hours WEDNESDAY, 4 – 7 PM. In lieu of Flowers, Memorial donations may be made to The Little Sisters of The Poor, Main St. Pawtucket, RI 02860. www.coelhofuneralhome.net.

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(04/17/15) Michelle Jean (Rose) Myers, 44, of Rockland St., Fall River, daughter of the late William and Bernadette E. (Arruda) Rose died Monday, April 13, 2015. A travel agent, she loved people, animals, reading and traveling. She leaves her siblings, Cheryl Pelland of Fall River, Carol Rogers of New Hampshire, Cynthia Mahoney, William A. Rose and Theresa Desmarais all of Fall River, Sandra Sylvia of Swansea and Glenn Rose of Fall River; her former husband Raymond Myers of Florida; aunts and uncles, Mary Cabral and Catherine Cote, both of Fall River and David and Jean Rose of Taunton; many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews; cousins and her cat “Clancy Myers”. Private funeral arrangements entrusted to Auclair Funeral Home. Online guestbook at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(04/15/15) Manuel S. Machado, 77, of Westport, husband of Lucille “Lucy” (Andrade) Machado, died Tuesday, April 14, 2015. He co-owned and operated Machado Construction, East Providence, for 35 years. He was a member of USA Dance, MASSabda, Chapter 3002, and Carousel Ballroom Dancers, performing monthly at nursing homes and retirement centers. He was a Deacon and Choir Member of the First Presbyterian Church of Newport. Besides his wife of 25 years, he leaves children, Elizabeth Machado of Westport and Paul, Steven and Reuben Machado; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; a brother, Herminio Machado and his wife Maria Evelina of Somerset; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was the son of the late John and Evelina (Sousa Silva) Machado. His funeral will be held Saturday at 8:00 a.m. from the AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME, 690 So. Main St., Fall River, with a funeral service at First Presbyterian Church, 4 Everett St., (corner Broadway), Newport RI at 9:30 a.m. Burial, Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River. Visitation, Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. LARGE PARKING AREA & BARRIER-FREE ENTRANCE at the rear of funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Beacon Hospice, 182 No. Main St., Fall River MA 02721. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(04/15/15) Carla E. Petrarca, 95, of West Warwick, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, at Kent Regency, Warwick. Born in West Warwick, she was the daughter of the late Domenic and Giovanina (Lancellotta) Petrarca. Carla was employed by the Shamrock Restaurant of Warwick for 30 years before her retirement. She leaves a brother, Henry Petrarca of West Warwick, several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was the sister of the late Marianne Petrarca, Michael, Louis, Silvio and Alfred Petrarca. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 17, 2015 at 10:00 am in Sacred Heart Church, 820 Providence St., West Warwick. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, West Warwick. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Arrangements with PRATA-GALLOGLY Funeral Home. Information and condolences, please visit: www.pratagallogly.com

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(04/17/15) Henry L. LaFleur, Jr., 76, of Warwick passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at home. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen A. (Costello) LaFleur. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Henry L. LaFleur, Sr. and Emilda (Lucier) LaFleur. Mr. LaFleur was a Machinist for Narragansett Foundry and Parkinson Co. until his retirement in 2004. He served in The United States Army. He also served as Secretary and Treasurer of the International Association of Machinists. He was the loving father of Wayne Sarachick and his wife Christine of Warwick, Laura White of Warwick, Daniel Sarachick and his wife Vanida of Putnam, CT, Brian LaFleur and his wife Erica of Coventry, Michael LaFleur and his wife Michelle of Woonsocket, Barry LaFleur of Coventry and Jennifer LaFleur of West Warwick. Cherished grandfather of twenty-two and great grandfather of eleven. Caring brother of Marcia Tetreault of Florida, Janet Davey of Warwick, Karen Vincent of Ohio and the late Jerry LaFleur. His Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 20, 2015 at 10:00 am in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). Burial, with military honors, will follow in R.I. Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Relatives and friends are invited. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 2-4 pm.

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(04/17/15) Alton “Ben” Powers, 64, comedian, actor, composer and artist, Alton ‘Ben” Powers, best known for his role as Thelma Evans’ husband, and football player, Keith Anderson, in the 1970’s hit series “Good Times” has died. Ben, also played “Moochie” on the CBS-TV hit “Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer” starring with Stacey Keach. Ben made numerous TV guest appearances on “Gimmie a Break,” “Flamingo Road,” “The Greatest American Hero,” “The New Odd Couple,” “Laverne & Shirley” and the PBS film “Brother to Dragons.” In addition to his TV work, Ben appeared in a number of films in the 1980’s including “Cheech & Chong’s Next Movie,” “Things Are Tough All Over” and “The Man Who Loved Women”. Ben was born at the Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY on July 5, 1950. He was raised with his siblings in the Providence, RI home of his deceased grandparents Adelbert and Elizabeth Thomas with his aunt’s Elizabeth Thomas (deceased), and Eleanor Jane Thomas. As a young man, Ben was a choir member and cantor at the First Tabernacle in Providence, RI. He attended Hope High School and later, Rhode Island College’s “Upward Bound” program. Ben also loved to sketch and paint, attending classes at the Rhode Island School of Design before turning to acting. His great-great grandmother was the former slave, Harriet Powers, creator of the “Bible Quilt”. Her quilts are part of permanent collections at the Smithsonian Museum, Washington, DC., Museum of Fine Art, Boston, Ma., and the National Museum of History in Washington, DC Ben began his acting career at the Trinity Repertory Theatre in Providence, RI under Adrian Hall. A gifted pianist, composer and singer, Ben incorporated his beautiful singing voice and impressions into his stand-up comedy routines. He was discovered in Providence, where he signed with a Hollywood agent and went on to perform at Playboy Clubs in NY, Los Angeles and Boston. His first TV appearances were on the NBC-TV series “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-in” where he was a regular and featured in skits with Robin Williams and Betty Davis, among others. Alton ‘Ben’ Powers, nee Alton Adelbert Powers passed away on April 6, 2015 at the age of 64 in New Bedford Massachusetts. Ben is survived by his mother; two sisters, Ms. Yvonne Brown of Cherry Hill, NJ, and Ms. Maya Breuer of Warwick, RI (husband Stephen Casserly). Uncles, Norman Thomas of Newburg, NY and Ronald L. Thomas of Cranston RI (wife Dot Thomas); Aunts, Eleanor Jane Thomas of Suffolk, VA and Mary Thomas of Pawtucket, RI; four nephews, three nieces, three grand nephews and two grandnieces; and a host of cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother Arnold “Pete” Salzman, and his sister Sherry Lynn Powers. Ben was perhaps best loved and remembered for his performance on “Good Times.” He was a gifted artist who loved animals and delighted those around him with his wit and intellect. His kind and gentle temperament will be sorely missed. A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Ben will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at 6:00 pm. at First Tabernacle 105 Dodge Street Providence, RI 02907. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(04/17/15) Carol E. Wood (Pendleton), a lifelong resident of Coventry, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Born in Westerly, RI, she was the wife of the late Raymond G. Wood and the the daughter of the late William E., Sr., and Harriet A. (Hunt) Pendleton. Sister to Audrey Dusza, Helen Bromley, William E. Pendleton, Jr., and the late Harriet Langlais. Carol was a telephone operator and later a supervisor for New England Telephone until her retirement. She was a member of the Telecom Pioneers. Carol was a communicant of the Cornerstone of Faith United Methodist Church and a lifelong member of the United Methodist Women in Coventry. She will be especially missed by her guardian, niece Cathy Brown. A Celebration of Carol\’s Life will take place at the Cornerstone of Faith United Methodist Church, 1081 Main Street, Coventry, RI at a date and time to be announced. Burial will be private. Contributions in Carol\’s name can be made to the Cornerstone of Faith United Methodist Church, 1081 Main Street, Coventry, RI 02816 or to the charity of your choice. For online condolences please visit www.gortonmenardfuneralhome.com

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(04/11/15) Joseph Mello, 38, of Warwick died Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI. He was the son of William J. Mello of Warwick and the late Ellen (Adams) Mello. Joe had a humble and friendly way about him who was always willing to help someone in need. He had a love for music and was a great uncle always keeping his family in line. He is survived by four siblings: Theresa McMillan of Warwick, William J. Mello of Oklahoma, James A. Mello of Oklahoma, and Dawn P. Mello of Pawtucket. He will be missed by his nephew and all his nieces. A Catholic Prayer Service will be held for Joe at Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick on Sunday, April 19 at 2 PM. Visitation will be from 1-2 PM prior to the Prayer Service. Burial will be private. Remembrances may be shared at carpenterjenks.com.

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(04/11/15) Archambault , Paul S. aged 84, of East Greenwich, Rhode Island, died at home on April 11, 2015 after a brief battle with lung cancer. At the time of his death he was surrounded and lovingly cared for by his family. Paul was born in the family home on Ames Street in West Warwick, Rhode Island on October 26, 1930 to Raoul and Alice (Lally) Archambault. Paul is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jeannette (Bulger) and by their nine children: Michael and his wife Kim; Kim and her partner, Dan Lauber; Steven and his wife Lori; Kelly and her Chihuahuas Walter, Frank and Daisy; Paul Jr. and his partner, Lisa Rose; his daughter Mary Gyumolcs and her husband John; also his sons Nick and Tony, and his youngest child Simon and his partner Norma Jean Nolette. Paul is also survived by twenty grandchildren and by his nine great-grandchildren. At the request of the family, all services will be private. Remembrances at carpenterjenks.com.

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(04/14/15) Albuquerque, NM – Alice M. Palazzini, 84, of Albuquerque, NM and formerly of Lincoln died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at Gentiva Hospice Inpatient Unit, Albuquerque, NM. Born in Lincoln, a daughter of the late Augusto L. and Melina (Laliberte) Palazzini, she had lived in Texas before moving to Albuquerque 7 years ago. She was a clerk in the County Assessor’s Office in Albuquerque before retiring. She is survived by three daughters, Suzanne Melina-K of Polson, MT, Michelle R. King and her husband, Harry Schofield of Albuquerque, NM and Lisa D. Braddock of Nazareth, TX; four sons, Mark C. King and his wife, Beth of Albuquerque, NM, Myles S. King of Nashville, TN, Anthony A. King and his partner, Julio dos Santos of London, England, and Michael J. King of Nashville, TN; two sisters, Louise Drolet of Smithfield and Florence Concannon of North Smithfield; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Timothy P. King, the mother-in-law of the late Bruce Braddock, and the sister of the late Hector Palazzini, Annie Palazzini, Rita Santillo, Daniel Palazzini and Allan Palazzini. Her funeral will be held Friday, April 17 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 Thursday 5-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Alice’s memory to honor Ella Birkenfeld (Alice’s great granddaughter) for Angelman’s Syndrome, c/o People’s Bank, P.O. Box 309, Nazareth, TX 79063 would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com.

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(04/20/15) William “Billy” Pizio, 74, formerly of Tiverton, died Saturday, April 18, 2015. He attended the James L. Maher Center. He was predeceased by his brother George Pizio who was his caregiver and his parents, William and Gertrude (Lake) Pizio and leaves aunts, uncles and cousins. His funeral service will be held Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME, 690 So. Main St., Fall River. LARGE PARKING AREA & BARRIER-FREE ENTRANCE at the rear of funeral home. Please omit flowers. Donations may be made to James L. Maher Center, 120 Hillside Ave., Newport RI 02840 or Looking Upwards, PO Box 4289, Middletown RI 02842. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(04/20/15) John Marshall Burns “The Old Saw Man”, 95, of Fall River, formerly of Tiverton, husband of Ann Marie (Fernandes) Burns and husband of the late Eva A. (Jacobs) Burns, died Sunday, April 19, 2015. For 80 years he operated Burns Tools, Fall River, founded by his late father and continued by his sons. He was a member of St. Paul’s Masonic Lodge for over 50 years and was Superintendent of Amicable Congregational Church Sunday School in his earlier years. He was a Rogers High School Track Star and coached Tiverton Basketball and baseball. Besides his wife he leaves, four children, Muriel Bodington and her husband Fred of Little Compton, John Marshall “Spike” Burns, Jr. and his wife Marilyn of Portsmouth, RI, Jeffrey Burns and his wife Kathy of Tiverton and Elizabeth “Zibby” Burns and her husband Frank Primiano of Portsmouth; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and stepsons, Manuel, James, John and David Salvador. He was the father of the late Marsha Lee Burns and the son of the late John J. and Harriet (Washburn) Burns. Following cremation, his funeral service will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Amicable Congregational Church, 3736 Main Rd., Tiverton RI 02878. Visitation and flowers omitted. Donations may be made to Amicable Congregational Church. Funeral arrangements entrusted to AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(04/19/15) Alberto T. deMelo, 83, of Brayton Ave., Fall River, husband of the late Idalina (Pacheco) deMelo and father of the late John A. DeMello, died Sunday, April 19, 2015. A well known painting and paperhanging contractor, he was a Sergeant in the Portuguese Army Military Band and was a member of the Our Lady of Light Band. He leaves brothers, Manuel T. deMelo of Fall River and Carlos T. deMelo of Pico, Azores; his beloved companion, Maria Coralia Silva and her children, Victor Silva of Attleboro and Manuel, John, Tobias, Philomena and Dolores; and nieces and nephews including, Maria Regina DeMelo (husband Mario) and Albino Machado (wife Maria), all of Tiverton, Jose daSilva (wife Manuela) of Bristol, RI, Maria Santos (husband Victor) of Taunton and Maria Martins (husband Gil) of Somerset. He was the son of the late Jose Joaquim and Virginia (Soares Teixeira) deMelo and the brother of the late Maria Machado and Virginia, Jacintha, Jose T. and Antonio T. deMelo. His funeral will be held Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. from the AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME, 690 So. Main St., Fall River, with a funeral mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church at 11:00 a.m. Burial, Notre Dame Cemetery. Visitation, Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. LARGE PARKING AREA & BARRIER-FREE ENTRANCE at the rear of funeral home. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com.

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(04/20/15) Margaret (Capizzano) Pariseau, 80, of Dixon Street, Westerly, passed away on Saturday morning, April 18, 2015 at the Westerly Health Center. She is survived by her son, Thomas F. Pariseau Jr., husband of Beth Peters, of Westerly, her daughter, Holli J. Kexel, wife of Joseph Bailey, of Pawcatuck, four grandchildren, Madison Kexel, Alexandra Pariseau, Megan Pariseau and Christopher Peters and her great-granddaughter, Zoe Peters. She was pre-deceased by her sisters, Rose Gray, Virginia Johnson, Nancy Vincent and Lena Leonetti and her brothers, James Sr., Santo, Domenic Jr., and Frank Capizzano. Mrs. Pariseau was born in Westerly on June 21, 1934, the daughter of the late Domiano and Rosaria (Mancuso) Capizzano Sr. She was a member of the Amancio-Falcone-Gaccione Westerly Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 8955 Ladies Auxiliary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 10:00 am at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 7 Church Street, Bradford. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. Funeral services are under the direction of Rushlow-Iacoi Funeral Home & Crematory, 64 Friendship Street, Westerly. For online condolences, please visit www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.com

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(04/20/15) Michael J. Waterman, 69, of Coventry passed away on April 16, 2015 at home. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Milton A. and Anita M. (Lanoie) Waterman. Michael was a longtime volunteer at Joyful Noise and enjoyed singing and playing the drums. He was the loving brother of Judith A. Devine of Warwick, Cynthia S. Waterman of Jamestown, Jerald L. Waterman of Scituate, Edward A. Waterman of Lady Lake, FL and the late Richard J. Waterman. He is also survived by his housemates John, Erin, Lindsey and Stacy. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 from 11:00 am – 12 Noon followed by a Funeral Service at 12 Noon in THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). In lieu of flowers, gifts in Michael’s memory to West Bay Residential Services, 158 Knight Street, Warwick, RI 02886 would be appreciated.

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(04/20/15) Del GUIDICE, Robert W. “Bob”, 77, of West Greenwich, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015. He was the loving husband of Beverly A. (DeMaio) Del Guidice, they had been married for 58 years. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Michael and Rose (Moretti) Del Guidice. Mr. Del Guidice served with the U.S. Air Force and received a Bachelors and a Master’s degree in education from RI College. He was an educator and chairman of the Science Department in the Warwick School Department teaching at Gorton and Warwick Veterans Memorial High School and served as treasurer of the Warwick Teachers Union. Bob also worked with his wife operating Greenwich Microscope Company. Mostly, he enjoyed his family and a good game of golf. Besides his wife he leaves three daughters, Patricia J. Bentley and her husband Bruce, Gina K. Del Guidice and Robin M. Cook; eight grandchildren, Lauren, Steven, Anthony, Meghan, Justyne, Jalena, Harry and Hanna; four great grandchildren, Neala, Alexis, Madelyn and Mackenziee; a sister-in-law, brothers-in-law and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Lucy Ferrucci, Michael Del Guidice and Gloria Tavares. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, April 23, 2015 at 10 am in SS. John & Paul Church, 341 South Main St., Coventry. Interment will follow with military honors in St. Ann Cemetery. Visiting hours in the PRATA – GALLOGLY Funeral Home, 78 Providence St., West Warwick, Wednesday evening from 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Button Hole Golf, One Buttonhole Dr., Providence, RI 02909 in his memory would be appreciated. Information and condolences, please visit: www.pratagallogly.com

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(04/21/15) Pawtucket – Leonora (Miguel) Monteiro, 91, of Pawtucket died Saturday, April 18, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island, Pawtucket. She was the wife of the late Alfredo Monteiro. Born in Bristol, a daughter of the late Elidio and Georgina (Rainha) Miguel, she had lived in Pawtucket for most of her life. Mrs. Monteiro was employed at the former American Insulated Wire Company, Pawtucket for 26 years before retiring in 1985. She was a communicant of St. Anthony’s Church, Pawtucket. She is survived by two sons, Joseph J. Monteiro and his wife, Susan of Pawtucket and Alfred Monteiro, Jr. and his wife, Jeanie of Marriottsville, MD; one sister, Ismenia Bernardo and her husband, José of Seekonk, MA; three grandchildren; one great grandson; and several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late John M. Monteiro. Her funeral will be held Thursday, April 23 at 8:45 A.M. from Bellows Funeral Chapel, 160 River Road, Lincoln with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in St. Anthony’s Church, 32 Lawn Avenue, Pawtucket. Burial will be in Mount St. Mary’s Cemetery, Pawtucket. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Wednesday 5-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Monteiro’s memory to St. Anthony’s Church, 32 Lawn Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860 would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com.

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(04/22/15) Mabel (Mae) G. Childs of West Warwick passed away on the 20th of April, at Woodpecker Hill Health Center, Coventry, RI, with family by her side. She was born in Newport News, Virginia on November 23rd, 1935, the daughter of Roy and Valora (Sartin) Mann. She married Gene C. Childs on October 24th 1961, and was married until his death on their 33rd wedding anniversary. She was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and a friend to anyone who needed one. She was an avid antique collector and dealer, the owner of Rosewood Antiques, in West Warwick, and a member of SENEADA, until the onset of her illness in 2005. Mabel is survived by her sister Ruth C. Mann of East Providence, her three children, Karen L. Therrien of Sterling, CT, Gary N. Childs of Warwick, and Patti A. Cremmen of Raynham, MA, two grandchildren, Raina P. Madison of West Warwick and Tanner M. Therrien of Sterling, CT, and a devoted best friend Joyce Shatkin of Cranston. A Memorial Service will be held at the Gorton-Menard Funeral Home in Coventry, RI on Saturday, April 25th at 11:00 AM, where everyone is encouraged to share thoughts and stories. There will be a celebration of life, for friends and family, at her former residence, 39 Woodside Ave., West Warwick, immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, (www.alz.org). Please visit www.gortonmenardfuneralhome.com to leave an online tribute or condolence.

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