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Robert L. Pope
November 8, 2011
Robert L. Pope
SEEKONK - Robert L. Pope, 83, passed away Monday, November 7, 2011. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy M. (Weaton) Pope, they celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary on September 18, 2011.
Born in Seekonk, he was the son of the late Robert and Mary (Barlow) Pope, and the father of the late Sandra D. Marcotte. Bob was a heavy equipment operator for the Westcott Construction Corporation, North Attleboro, for over forty-six years before retiring in 1989. He was a fifty-five year member of the Operating Engineers Local No. 4, Boston and a former member of Elks Lodge # 1014, Attleboro.
Besides his wife, he leaves a son, R. Scott Pope and his wife, Tammy, and his son-in-law, Edward Marcotte all of Seekonk; four grandchildren; Jana Borgen and her husband, Michael of Wilmington, MA, Brett Marcotte and his wife, Sarah, Emily and Benjamin Pope all of Seekonk; three great-grandsons, Oliver and Wesley Marcotte of Seekonk and Henry Borgen of Wilmington, MA and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Dorothy Minot.
Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Interment will follow at Seekonk Cemetery. VISITATION will be Thursday 4 to 7 p.m.
Meredith A. Garon
November 7, 2011
Meredith A. Garon
CUMBERLAND - Meredith A. Garon 58 of Bryant St. died Sunday at the Pawtucket Skilled Nursing Center, Pawtucket. She was the wife of Arthur J. Garon.
Born in Providence a daughter of the late Edwin and Mildred (Heaton) Elson. She was a lifelong Cumberland resident.
Mrs. Garon was a bus monitor for Laidlaw Company for nine years and also worked for Health -Tex for fifteen years.
Besides her husband she leaves one daughter Corrie L. Pretty of Oxford, Ma., one son Jason A. Garon of Cumberland, one brother John Elson of East Greenwich, three grandchildren Samantha Ann, Joseph Lewis and Evan Michael Pretty.
Her funeral will be held on THURSDAY at 10am at BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL 160 River Rd. Lincoln. Burial in Diamond Hill Cemetery, Cumberland. Relatives and friends are invited and may call WEDNESDAY 4-7pm. In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory to Rhode Island Diabetes Association 146 Clifford St. Providence, RI 02903 would be appreciated.
Brian David Rigby
November 7, 2011
Brian David Rigby
PAWTUCKET - Brian David Rigby, 41, passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2011 in Smithfield, NC. Brian was born in Pawtucket and resided in North Carolina for the preceding four years.
Brian was the beloved Son of Marsha (Hunt) and George Rigby, brother of Sharon Sexton-Brady and her husband Mickey Brady, brother of George T. Rigby, Jr. and his wife Gina (Palazio) Rigby. He was the former husband of Kerri (McKenna) Rigby.
Besides his parents, he leaves six children; Kayleigh Beale, Ashleigh, Michael, Victoria and Emily Rigby and Alexa Goyette. He also leaves three grandchildren, Natalia Beale, Noah and Aiden Bellisle. He also leaves behind his beloved pets; Buddy, King, and Frankie.
He was the grandson of Gladys (Carline) Simoneau as well as the late Sidney Rigby, Olive and William Hunt.
Brian leaves his nephew, Jonathon Sexton, and his nieces Amanda, Nicole, and Mollie Rigby. He also leaves behind many cousins and friends.
Brian loved his children and family. Brian was employed by The City of Raleigh. Brian was a skilled handyman, with many talents. Previously, he owned his own business and was employed by F.W. Webb. He also enjoyed many summers camping at Echo Lake Campground, hunting, and the outdoors.
Visitations will begin on Wednesday, November 9th, 2011 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Keefe Funeral Home, Five Higginson Avenue, Lincoln, RI. A prayer service will be held at 9:00 PM. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Brian David Rigby Memorial Fund c/o any Bank of America.
Piotr J. Budzyna
November 8, 2011
Piotr J. Budzyna
CENTRAL FALLS - Piotr J. Budzyna 74, of High Street passed away Tuesday November 8, 2011. He was the beloved husband of Halina (Kozaczka) Budzyna.
Born in Poland he was a son of the late Wladyslaw and Karolina (Rokocz) Budzyna. He lived in Central Falls for the past 8 years and was formerly of Cumberland.
Before retiring he was employed as a Machine Operator for the Seekonk Manufacturing Co.
Besides his wife he leaves 5 daughters Jolanta Golemo of Poland, Barbara Stoklosa of Pawtucket, Joanna Obrycki of Cumberland, Bernadetta Budzyna and Maria Budzyna both of Central Falls, 3 sons Janusz Budzyna of North Smithfield, Boleslaw Budzyna of Illinois and Wieslaw Budzyna of Pawtucket. He also leaves 10 grandchildren, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.
His funeral will be held Friday November 11, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. from the Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home 342 High Street Central Falls with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church 391 High Street Central Falls at 10:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend. CALLING HOURS THURSDAY FROM 4:00 PM TO 7:00 PM. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery Cumberland.
Helen M. Kratochwil
November 7, 2011
Helen M. Kratochwil
PAWTUCKET- Helen M. Kratochwil 88, formerly of Roosevelt Avenue passed away Sunday November 6, 2011 at Berkshire Place Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank S. Kratochwil.
Born in Pawtucket she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Strzemecka) Presnal. She lived most of her life in Pawtucket.
Before retiring she was employed as a Payroll Clerk for the American Insulated Wire & Cable Co. of Pawtucket for many years.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Stella Martitz, Benjamin and Matthew Presnol.
Mrs. Kratochwil's funeral will be held Thursday November 10, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. from the Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home 342 High Street Central Falls with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church 195 Walcott Street Pawtucket at 10:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend. CALLING HOURS THURSDAY FROM 8:30 AM TO 9:30 AM. Burial will be in Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery East Providence.
Lewis G. Chartier
November 7, 2011
Lewis G. Chartier
PAWTUCKET - Lewis G. Chartier 88, of Pawtucket, RI. (CAROUSEL MAN) passed away Saturday November 5, 2011 at St. Antoine's Nursing Home in N. Smithfield, RI.
Predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Sylvia (Rushlow) Chartier, his brothers Robert, Norman, and Ronald Chartier, grandson Mark Chartier and granddaughter Amber Chartier. He leaves behind his dear wife of 63 years Clara (Lafrate) Chartier, sons Raymond and Richard Chartier and daughters, Susan Martins and Cheryl Fratus, 9 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
His funeral will be held Thursday at 9 am from the Merrick R. Williams Funeral Home 530 Smithfield Ave. Pawtucket with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in St. Edward's Church, Weeden St. Pawtucket. Burial at St. Francis Cemetery Pawtucket. Calling Hours are Wednesday from 6-8pm.
Alice L. Sylvestre
November 7, 2011
Alice L. Sylvestre
MANVILLE - Alice L. Sylvestre, 79, formerly of Central St., Manville, died Saturday at Oakland Grove Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Adelard Sylvestre.
Born in South Attleboro, she was a daughter of the late Leon and Mathilda (Dube) Tougas. She was raised in Central Falls and resided in Manville for over 50 years.
Mrs. Sylvestre was employed at the former Premium Cleaners on Central St. in Manville for over 25 years before retiring.
She was a longtime communicant of St. James Parish and a member of the Montcalm Club.
Alice's life centered around her family and she will be remembered as being a devoted mother and loving memere.
She is survived by two sons, Robert Sylvestre, and his wife Jeanne, and Paul Sylvestre, and his wife Maria, all of Manville. She was the sister of Emile Tougas of Central Falls, Paul Tougas of Pawtucket, Rita Tougas of Manville, and the late Leon Tougas and Helen Gaouette. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Ryan, James, Jennifer Sylvestre, Megan Rei, Michael and Laura Sylvestre, and many nieces and nephews and their families.
Her funeral will be Thursday at 9:00 am from the Menard-Lacouture Funeral Home, 71 Central St., Manville, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. James Church, Division St., Manville. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Manville. Visiting hours are Wednesday from 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Beacon Hospice, 1 Catamore Blvd., East Providence, RI. 02914.
George F. Peters Sr
November 7, 2011
George F. Peters Sr
PAWTUCKET - George F. Peters Sr, 80, formaly of Littlefield Street, Pawtucket where he lived with his granddaughter Alicia Medeiros until recently moving in with his daughter Pamela Aguiar passed away November 6, 2011 peacefully at home.
He was the husband of the late Theresa E. (Lawrence) Peters
Mr. Peters was born in Pawtucket, the son of the late Ernest J. and Tryphena (Jane) Peters, and the youngest of 13 sibblings. He was a foreman at ITT Royal Electric for over 39 years. Mr. Peters then worked as a driver for Thrifty Car Sales & Rental until retiring in 2007.
He was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He was a lifetime member of the Elks Club of Attleboro Ma #1014, where he served as Exalted Ruler. He was a Past Commander and State Commander of The Amvets James Ryan Post #33. Mr. Peters is survived by his children: Pamela Aguiar of Pawtucket, George F. Peters Jr. of Pawtucket and Joseph E. Peters of Charlotte North Carolina. He leaves a brother Ernest Peters of Delray Beach, Florida. Mr. Peters also leaves his grandchildren, Alicia Aguiar Medeiros, Michael Aguiar, Brandon Aguiar, Theresa Schecter, Christine Hayden, Noel McDavitt, Joseph Peters Jr., Derek Peters and Brian Peters.
He also leaves his great grandchildren, Jayden and Dylan Mederios, Cameron Aguiar, Joshua, Eva, and Nathaniel Schecter, Aidan, Austin, and Lucas Peters
There will be a funeral service for Mr. Peters Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 10:00 am at the MANNING-HEFFERN FUNERAL HOME, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket.
His burial with full Military Honors will be in Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery, Pawtucket.
The calling hours for Mr. Peters will be Wednesday 5-8 pm in the funeral home. Relatives and friends are invited.
Alvin L. Thurber, Jr.
November 4, 2011
Alvin L. Thurber, Jr.
PAWTUCKET - Alvin L. Thurber, Jr., 80, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011. He was the beloved husband of the late Shirley A. (Mutter) Thurber. A lifelong resident of Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Alvin L., Sr. and Maryann (Reek) Thurber.
Al was the proprietor of S & A Construction Co., Pawtucket for many years. He was an avid antique car collector; enjoyed participating in car shows, and was a member of the Antique Auto Club of America. Together with his son, Alvin, they built the worlds largest Monster Truck “Godzilla”. Al leaves a son, Alvin L. Thurber, III and his wife, Bethany; a daughter, Susan A. Thurber all of Pawtucket; three grandchildren, Melissa B. Thurber of North Providence, Kristen L. and Shirleyann Thurber both of Pawtucket; a brother, George F. Thurber of Pawtucket and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, 195 Walcott St., Pawtucket. Interment will follow at Notre Dame Cemetery. VISITATION will be Monday 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104-2396 will be appreciated.
Eugene Edward Gaudet M.D.
November 4, 2011
Eugene Edward Gaudet M.D.
REHOBOTH - Eugene Edward Gaudet M.D., Physician, Farmer, Sailor, 92, of Rehoboth passed away Friday, November 04, 2011 following a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Claire (Fortin) Gaudet. Born in Norton, MA, he was the son of the late Jerome Urban Gaudet and Mary Maillet Gaudet, formerly of Prince Edward Island, Canada. He spent his first 50 years in Pawtucket, RI and the remainder of his life on his farm in Rehoboth. As many of his generation, he worked several jobs through school graduating from Providence College in 1942, New York Medical College in 1946, and internship at Roger Williams Hospital in Providence, RI. Following this he was commissioned a Lieutenant on active duty in the United States Navy and served as Medical Officer on Gearing Class Destroyers in the U.S. 6th fleet in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. He was proud to be a "destroyer man" from 1947 to 1949. He had a very busy and successful private practice in Pawtucket as well as being a Public School Physician. He was active in the politics and societies of his chosen profession. His career exemplified the aspirations and ideologies most held on their first day of medical school. Through his knowledge, availability, and compassion he was the caricature of the respected and loved local physician. If not engrossed in his profession, he could be found either on his tractor or his boat. He was an active farmer in Rehoboth for many years and later in life sailed his own boat on Narragansett Bay and boated with friends and relatives on substantial vessels from Maine to Florida. Those qualities not only characterized himself but formed the nidus of his interface with all others, either individually or collectively. Though he was an uncommon man, in his humility and concern for the common man, he had a keen sense of the journey all creatures great and small take through life. This was exemplified not only in his profession but in his role as farmer and sailor. He loved and was a steward of the universe surrounding him both at home and at sea. He was truly a man for all others. Most importantly he was the consummate family man. He was the devoted husband to his wife Claire of 62 years and loved and admired as "Dad or Doc" by his seven children and known as "Pepere" by his 19 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. The stature of this man is verified by his ability to have passed along his guiding principles to his children - all of whom continue his service to others in various medical professions. He is predeceased by his brothers Walter U. Gaudet, Albert J. Gaudet MD and his sisters, Eleanor Lucey, Frances Galvin, and Grace Robinson. Survivors include his beloved sisters Mary McCaughey of Pawtucket, RI and Dorothy Godin of Fort Collins, CO. He is also survived by his children, Eugene E. Gaudet Jr. M.D. and his wife Veronique Gaudet M.D. of Millau, France; Suzanne McBride and her husband Timothy M. McBride of Teaneck, New Jersey; Charles J. Gaudet M.D. and his wife Catherine Whelan of Portsmouth, NH; Philip R. Gaudet DVM and his wife Katherine Roberts Gaudet of Mattapoisett, MA; Peter M. Gaudet and his wife Cynthia Patch Gaudet of Taunton, MA; Michelle Fisher and her husband Edward L. Fisher of Tiverton, RI; Roberta Burke and her husband Arthur D. Burke M.D. of South Dartmouth, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, November 7, 2011 at 10am in Saint Cecilia Church, Central Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours Sunday 3-7pm in the COSTIGAN-O'NEILL Funeral Home, 220 Cottage Street, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Pawtucket Soup Kitchen, 195 Walcott Street, Pawtucket, RI, 02860, would be appreciated.
