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Daniel Houle Jr.


Daniel E. “DJ” Houle Jr., aged 41, of King Phillip Road, Coventry, RI, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 7, 2024. He was born on September 4, 1982, in Warwick, RI, the son of Daniel E. Houle Sr. and the late Patricia L. (Stenson) Houle.Dan dedicated over two decades to his passion as a chef, making his mark at local favorites such as Two Ten Oyster Bar in South Kingstown, RI, Back 40 in North Kingstown, RI, and Black Oak Tavern in Coventry, RI. His culinary talent was...

Daniel E. “DJ” Houle Jr., aged 41, of King Phillip Road, Coventry, RI, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 7, 2024. He was born on September 4, 1982, in Warwick, RI, the son of...

Douglas Olney, Sr.


Douglas Treat Olney Sr., 79, was born on February 17, 1945, to Walter Olney and Harriet Clinton, passed away surrounded by his loving family. He was a lifelong resident of Coventry, Rhode Island, and spent his retirement years in Kissimmee, Florida, with his beloved wife of 54 years, Helen Olney.Doug's life was filled with love and dedication to his family. He is survived by his brother, Arthur Olney, and his children: Catherine, Patricia, and Douglas Jr. He was a proud grandfather to...

Douglas Treat Olney Sr., 79, was born on February 17, 1945, to Walter Olney and Harriet Clinton, passed away surrounded by his loving family. He was a lifelong resident of Coventry, Rhode Island,...

Sheila Martel


Sheila Mary Martel passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on October 27, 1936, in Lancashire, England, she was the beloved daughter of John and Nelly Palliser.Sheila's life was marked by love and family. In Lancashire, she met and married her first husband, Jeffrey O'Brien, with whom she shared a cherished journey that included a move to the United States and raising three children: Karen Oliver, Michelle O'Brien (Amy), and Michael O'Brien.Later in...

Sheila Mary Martel passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on October 27, 1936, in Lancashire, England, she was the beloved daughter of John and Nelly...

Betty Thayer


Betty J “Bean” (Capwell) Thayer, 78, of Exeter passed away peacefully at home with her precious family by her side on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Born in West Greenwich to the late Arthur Brayman and Thelma Capwell. She married the love of her life and best friend George R Thayer on September 22, 1963, resided in Exeter where they raised their two sons, Ricky and David (and guess where they came up with those names? Yes, Ricky and David Nelson.) Betty worked various jobs throughout...

Betty J “Bean” (Capwell) Thayer, 78, of Exeter passed away peacefully at home with her precious family by her side on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Born in West Greenwich to the late Arthur...

Judith Roch


Judith I. Roch, 84, of Wakefield Street, West Warwick, RI, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on July 17, 1939, in Coventry, RI, she was the wife of Joseph Denis Roch. The were married for sixty-six years. She was the daughter of the late Ernest J. and Thelma F. (Gardner) Frenette.Judith was a bookkeeper for St. James Church, West Warwick, RI, for twenty-six years before retiring in 1999. Judith enjoyed doing genealogy for many years. She was a...

Judith I. Roch, 84, of Wakefield Street, West Warwick, RI, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on July 17, 1939, in Coventry, RI, she was the wife of Joseph...

John Bailey


John L. Bailey, 78, of Carley Drive, Coventry, RI, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on March 1, 1946, in Warwick, RI, he was the long time companion of Theresa M. Benoit. They were together for fifty years. He was the son of the late William and Ruth (Essex) Bailey.John was a mechanic for many years. He worked for Superior Bakery, Cranston, RI, before retiring in 2012. He also worked as a general contractor and carpenter.Besides his companion...

John L. Bailey, 78, of Carley Drive, Coventry, RI, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on March 1, 1946, in Warwick, RI, he was the long time companion of...

Curtis Ledford


Curtis J. Ledford Jr., 72, of Roberts Street, West Warwick, RI, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Riverview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Coventry, RI. Born on January 27, 1952 in North Kingstown, RI, he was the son of the late Curtis J. Sr. and Anna R. (Ruzzo) Ledford. He was a lifelong resident of West Warwick, RI.Curtis was a textile worker for Cooley Manufacturing, Pawtucket, RI, for forty years before retiring in 2014. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox, a sports...

Curtis J. Ledford Jr., 72, of Roberts Street, West Warwick, RI, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Riverview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Coventry, RI. Born on January 27, 1952 in...

Lena Sisk


Lena J. SiskPawcatuck - We are saddened to announce the passing of Lena J. Sisk, who left us at the age of 76 on June 19th, 2024.Lena was a beloved wife to David for 50 years and a devoted mother to her three children, Dean (spouse Kara), Caroline (spouse Peter), and Elizabeth (spouse Bryan). She was a cherished grandmother to five grandchildren who she adored immensely. Lena is also survived by her siblings Michael Gervasini, Paula Merdink, Carla Servideo, and Arthur Gervasini, as well...

Lena J. SiskPawcatuck - We are saddened to announce the passing of Lena J. Sisk, who left us at the age of 76 on June 19th, 2024.Lena was a beloved wife to David for 50 years and a devoted...

Jason Kotkofski


Jason A. Kotkofski, 47, of Laurel Avenue, Coventry, RI, passed away on June 23, 2024 at home. Born on August 18, 1976, in Warwick, RI, he was the son of Manuel and Jacqueline (Sparfven) Kotkofski.Jason was a truck driver for many years. He worked for Inland Waters, Johnston, RI, and Musco Foods Corporation, Johnston, RI. He enjoyed camping, working out, movies, video gaming and was an an avid sports fan especially the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots.Besides his parents, Jason is...

Jason A. Kotkofski, 47, of Laurel Avenue, Coventry, RI, passed away on June 23, 2024 at home. Born on August 18, 1976, in Warwick, RI, he was the son of Manuel and Jacqueline (Sparfven)...

William Harvey


William Henry Wayne Harvey of Westerly, R.I., passed away on April 21, 2024, having lived a colorful and storied life. Born on June 18, 1937, to the late Wilmer and Geraldine (Ouelette) Harvey, “Billy” was born and raised in St. Francis, Maine, about as far north as New Englander’s can go sans passport. As was typical for the era, his formative years were spent working the family farm, tending to his younger siblings, going to school, and dreaming of elsewhere.In 1955...

William Henry Wayne Harvey of Westerly, R.I., passed away on April 21, 2024, having lived a colorful and storied life. Born on June 18, 1937, to the late Wilmer and Geraldine (Ouelette) Harvey,...

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