Obituaries

Dennis M. Mclaughlin

Jul 24, 2024

Dennis McLaughlin passed away peacefully under hospice care on Wednesday July 24. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and coach. Dennis was born and raised in Providence, the middle son of Edward and Kathleen (Dailey) McLaughlin, and brother to Edward, William, Thomas, and Kevin.

He played basketball for Saint Michael’s parish and graduated from Hope High...

Timothy G. Dutra

Jul 21, 2024

Timothy G. Dutra, 77, passed away July 21, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Carol J. (Thornley) Dutra. Born in Providence he was a son of the late Francis H. and Catherine (Devaney) Dutra.

Mr. Dutra worked for the State of Rhode Island in social services for 35 years. After retiring from the...

Ellen F. "Fran" Curtin

Jul 21, 2024

Ellen Frances Curtin (Meehan) born May 31, 1931, died peacefully, with her family around her, on July 21st, 2024 at 93 years of age. Frances’ life embodied a story of strength, courage and resilience.  She powered these attributes with her love of life and her infectious laughter.  She was born in Point La Haye, St Mary’s Bay, Newfoundland, Canada....

Leonard M. Beaudry

Jul 20, 2024

Leonard M. Beaudry, 62 passed away July 20, 2024. He was the husband of the late Carol A. (Wright) Beaudry to whom he was married to for 16 years and was the father of the late Jacob Beaudry.  Born in Warwick he was a son of the late John N. and Theresa M. (Legare) Beaudry.

He was...

The Honorable Edward Clark Parker

Jul 20, 2024

The Honorable Edward Clark Parker, 85, of Pawtucket passed away on Saturday, July 20th. Son of the late Edward F. (Tidge) Parker and Catherine Clark Parker, Ed was a proud, lifelong native of Pawtucket. ‘Eddie’, as he was affectionately known, was married to his beloved wife Martha Kenney Parker for 59 years. He is also survived by his son Edward...

Germaine "Gerri" Shoesmith

Jul 18, 2024

Germaine "Gerri" Shoesmith, 81, wife of the late Stephen Shoesmith died on July 18, 2024 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born December 20, 1942 to the late Leonidas Aime St. Laurent and Yvonne Alice St. Laurent (Gagnon) of Fall River MA. Later taking residences in Westport MA, Swansea MA and North Providence RI. Gerri was the oldest of...

Joan M. Dion

Jul 17, 2024

Joan M. Dion (“Fred” or “Freddie”), 95, of North Kingstown departed this world on July 17, 2024, surrounded by the love of her children and grandchildren. She was born on July 7, 1929, to Irene (Bilodeau) and Edward F. Melia in Newburyport, MA. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, CDR Laurent N. Dion, USN,...

Glenn Michael Oakes

Jul 17, 2024

May 22, 1957 – July 17, 2024 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Glenn Michael Oakes, age 67, of Woonsocket, RI, formerly of Ashland and Boston, MA. Glenn is survived by his beloved partner Glen Scott, his Aunt Shirley, his sisters Linda Gould and Sherry Gidney, and his nephews Sean and Ryan Gidney, Scott and...

Walter Henry Cook

Jul 17, 2024

Walter Henry Cook, 86 years old, of Academy Ave, passed away peacefully at home on July 17th, 2024. Born and raised in Providence, RI, he was the son of Walter H. Cook and Emily H. Monte, and the beloved husband of the late Margaret E. (Tracy) Cook. Walter graduated from Lasalle Academy in 1956 where he was a first team...

James E. Mcgeary, Jr.

Jul 15, 2024

James E. McGeary, Jr., 89, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on July 15, 2024.  He is survived by his wife of 57 years Norrene (Shugrue) McGeary. Born in Providence he was a son of the late James E., Sr., and Evelyn (Carmody) McGeary.

Jim grew up in the Edgewood section of Cranston.  After graduating...

Elizabeth A. "B.Anne" Greene

Jul 15, 2024

Elizabeth Anne (B.Anne) Greene, 85, of Potowomut, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, in the gentle care of Hospice, having lived in her well-loved home until the day she died.

B.Anne grew up in Guilford, Connecticut, daughter of Jane Peele (Williams) and Nathanael Bacon Greene, the eldest of five busy siblings. She left Guilford...

William Francis Frye, Jr. (Billy)

Jul 15, 2024

Willam Frances Frye Jr. (Billy) of Providence, age 58, passed away July 15, 2024 at home. Born September 8, 1965, he spent a short time in North Carolina but most of his life was spent in Providence, Rhode Island. Billy was a jack of all trades, from fixing cars to building houses. He enjoyed fishing, spending time with family and...

Ernest Smith Iii

Jul 15, 2024

Ernest Smith III, 68, of Johnston passed away peacefully on July 15th at the Morgan Rehabilitation Center in Johnston, RI. Services will be private. Burial in South Florida National Cemetery, Lake Worth, Florida. Arrangements entrusted to Skeffington Funeral Home and Cremations, 925 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence. For online condolences kindly visit: Skeffingtonfuneralhome.com

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Ricardo De Jesus Pena

Jul 15, 2024

Ricardo De Jesus Pena, lovingly known as Richard by his closest family, Rich by beloved friends, passed away unexpectedly on July 15th 2024 in Providence, RI. He was only 41 years old. Richard was born on March 14th 1983 in the Dominican Republic. Ricardo is survived by his father Jesus Pena and his mother Eladia Guzman, his grandmother Graciela Cespedes;...

Russell S. Gardiner

Jul 14, 2024

Russell S. Gardiner, 82, passed away July 14, 2024. He was the husband of the late Barbara (Salisbury) Gardiner. Born in Wakefield he was a son of the late Roscoe B. and Pearl E. (Shippee) Gardiner.

He was a repair technician in the electronics industry for many years and had served in the Rhode Island Army National...

Paul Francis Fontaine

Jul 14, 2024

Paul Francis Fontaine passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 14, 2024. Born in Warwick, RI, he was the son of the late Harry and Jeannette (Arcand) Fontaine. Paul was employed by Electric Boat for over 20 years. He loved to garden, fish and enjoy a good game of High Lo Jack while sipping a cold Budweiser. He...

Willard A. Ebert

Jul 6, 2024

Willard Ebert, 75 of Charlestown, formerly of East Greenwich, passed away at home on July 6, 2024. He was the loving longtime companion of Nicole (Niki) Champagne.

He was self-employed as a painter for over 40 years and was employed at the former Providence Civic Center for 19 years.

Willard loved the ocean and spent...

Auner Garza

Jul 6, 2024

Auner Garza, 27, passed unexpectedly on July 6th, 2024. It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who had the pleasure and privilege of knowing him. He was survived by his Fiancé, Diana and their son, Lucas. He is also survived by his parents Mario and Enma,...

Barry S. Dugan

Jul 5, 2024

Remembering Barry Stephen Dugan

Barry Stephen Dugan known affectionately by his friends as Barracuda, born on March 21, 1945, and passing away on July 5, 2024, left an indelible mark on the communities he touched. Born in Manhattan, New York, Barry’s journey led him to Rhode Island, where he settled into a serene wooded property in Exeter....

Doris A. Pickup

Jul 4, 2024

Doris A Pickup, 91, of Warwick, beloved wife of the late John W Pickup died July 4, 2024.  She was born in Passaic, New Jersey, the daughter of the late William and Dorothy Bivona.  She is survived by her younger brother, William Bivona (Nancy) of Narragansett.

Doris's greatest joy was her family, especially her grandchildren and great...