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Obituaries
IN MEMORIAM
Donald William Strong
Donald William Strong
Donald William Strong passed away September 9, 2022, at home in Rehoboth with his dear wife of nearly 57 years and their family by his side. Don prayed that he would finish strong after a year-long fight against liver cancer, and his prayer was answered. Don was born December 19, 1942, in Attleboro to Lester W. Strong and Helen King. In 1965 he married the love of his life, Linda Fairhurst. Don and Linda were best friends who truly enjoyed one another’s company, whether it was watching the sunset on Nauset Beach during their annual stay or on one of their memory-making trips. Most of all they enjoyed cheering on their seven grandchildren at their recitals and sports events.
Don was a hard worker, dependable and loyal. He shared stories of working on a mink farm in Rehoboth as a teenager, as a pinsetter at the bowling alley, and at Glass Craft in Woonsocket. He counted it a privilege to be employed by Bliss Bros. Dairy as the Ice Cream Plant Manager for much of his 43 years there, retiring in 2010.
In his free time, Don enjoyed fishing and watching the Red Sox and Patriots.
Don was a man of faith and integrity, apparent to all who met him. He was a member of Faith Alliance Church in Attleboro for many years and served as a deacon, elder, small group leader, and Sunday School teacher. More recently, he worshiped at Barrington Baptist Church in Barrington, RI where many have come to see his dependence upon the Lord and his desire for others to know Jesus.
Don was predeceased by his mother, father, and brother, Allen Strong. He is survived by his sister, Erma Remington. Don leaves a God-honoring legacy in the lives of his loving wife, Linda, daughters Cheryl (Bob) Marshall, Lesley (Steven) Berube, and Wendy (Scotty) Neasbitt, and seven grandchildren Nathan and Rebecca Marshall, Amelia and Marah Berube, and Lauren, Logan, and Liam Neasbitt.
A service celebrating Don’s life was held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Barrington Baptist Church, 25 Old County Road, in Barrington, RI with a collation to follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Don’s memory may be made to the Barrington Baptist Church.
For additional information or to send the family a written expression of sympathy, please visit an online guest book at www. dyer-lakefuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, 161 Commonwealth Avenue, Village of Attleboro Falls, North Attleboro. (508) 695-0200
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Katherine “Sis” Mello
Katherine “Sis” Mello
Katherine “Sis” Mello, 83, of Rehoboth, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at home. She was the beloved wife of Francis J. Mello to whom she was married to 62 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Celia (Delaney) Moniz. Mrs. Mello was a staff nurse at Miriam Hospital where she worked on unit 4B for 30 years and also worked in Hematology and oncology units as well as the operating room. She later retired after 45 years of service to Miriam Hospital. Mrs. Mello enjoyed the outdoors, camping, traveling the country with her husband in their motorhome as well as going on cruises. She adored working on her farm in Rehoboth caring for their horses and other animals. Most of all, she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was adored by all and will be dearly missed.
Besides her husband, she has one daughter, Carolyn A. Bouillon of Riverside, one son Anthony Francis Mello of Rehoboth, four grandchildren, Anthony Bouillon, Jonathan Bouillon both of Riverside, Heather Mello of Warwick, and Mark Mello of Rehoboth, one great-granddaughter, Riley Pirtle. She also leaves one brother Lloyd Moniz of Riverside, she was the sister of the late, Edward Moniz, and Joseph Kenneth, Moniz.
Calling hours are respectfully omitted. Burial will be private.
IN MEMORIAM
John L. Ferreira, Sr.
John L. Ferreira, Sr.
Service Information
Calling hours for wake are respectfully omitted. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Following the Mass and per their respective wishes, Beverly Rose Ferreira and the late John L. Ferreira Sr whom we lost during covid, shall be interred with their beloved daughter Catherine Joy at the Rehoboth Village Cemetery. All are welcome to join at the ceremonies and/or at the collation at the Crestwood Country Club, Rehoboth Ma (open air as well as indoor seating); Please advise of your intent by the event link found @ Perry-McStay Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be directed to: Rehoboth Sr Citizen’s Club c/o Rehoboth Sr Ctr Attn: Donna Howard 27 Francis Farm Rd, Rehoboth, MA 02769
Beverly Rose Ferreira
Beverly Rose (Venditti) Ferreira
John L. Ferreira, Sr. 90, of Bristol, RI passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at Rhode Island Hospital. For the past twenty-seven years, he was the beloved companion of Sarah T. Amaral.
Born in Rehoboth, MA, and later moving to Bristol, RI he was the son of the late Manuel J. Ferreira and Elvira S. (Sousa) Ferreira. John served as a proud member of the National Guard. He enjoyed stock car racing in his early years, go-kart racing with his children, and watching NASCAR. John was a man of the earth, and loved the outdoors, whether working his garden, landscaping, or cutting trees for his wood stove. He took great pride in his craft of carpentry, masonry, and general construction. As busy as he was, he tried to find time for his afternoon coffee (extra light, extra sweet) and a piece of good pie. A humble and caring person, with many friends throughout his life’s journey, he always went out of his way to help others.
John, the former spouse of Beverly (Venditti) Ferreira, was the loving father of John L. Ferreira, Jr. and his wife Barbara of Londonderry, NH, Beverly J. Ferreira of Orlando, FL, Debra L. Scott and her husband William of Cranston, RI, Michael J. Ferreira of Atlanta, GA, and Linda M. Ferreira of Rehoboth, MA, and the late Catherine J. Ferreira of Rehoboth, as well as Sarah’s children, Virginia Amaral of Bristol, and Manuel Amaral and his wife Lisa of Peoria, AZ. John is also survived by eight loving grandchildren; Rebecca Maxwell, Jennifer Ferreira, Bethany Ferreira, Jeannelle D’Isa, Danielle Ferreira, Tiffany Scott, Miranda Antani, Valerie Scott, and Sarah’s grandson Samuel Amaral. He leaves seven great-grandchildren; Morgan and Kathryn Maxwell, Alexandra Ferreira, Noel D’Isa, Antonia and Victoria Scott, and Grayson Antani.
John was brother to Manuel (Red) Ferreira and his wife Natalie Ferreira, and Mary Goulart all of Bristol, RI, and the late Elvira Santos, Julia Ferreira, and Ferdinand (Fred) Ferreira.
Beverly Rose (Venditti) Ferreira, 89, of Rehoboth passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Miriam Hospital. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Francesco and Mary Immaculatta (Tauro) Venditti and the sister of the late Eleanor A. DiPippo, the late Dominic Anthony Venditti, and the late Dorothea Morra.
The former wife of the late John L. Ferreira, Sr. to whom she was married for 40 years and had six children whom she loved: John L. Ferreira, Jr. and his wife Barbara of Londonderry, NH, the late Catherine J. Ferreira of Rehoboth, Ma, Beverly J. Ferreira of Orlando, FL, Debra L. Scott and her husband William of Cranston, Michael J. Ferreira of Atlanta, GA, and Linda M. Ferreira of Rehoboth. She leaves eight grandchildren: Rebecca Maxwell, Jennifer Ferreira, Bethany Ferreira, Jeannelle D’Isa, Danielle Ferreira, Tiffany Scott, Miranda Antani, Valerie Scott, and seven great-grandchildren: Morgan and Kathryn Maxwell, Alexandra Ferreira, Noel D’Isa, Antonia and Victoria Scott, and Grayson Antani.
Beverly was raised in an industrious Italian family (Seekonk Speedway, Ice Rink, Farms, Restaurants on “The Hill”), attended Bay View Academy, and then East Providence High School. She enjoyed such things as cooking, sewing, quilling, painting, candle making and also prided herself (and often shared) on her knowledge of holistic therapies. Beverly enjoyed being outside, preferably in the sun, enjoyed an adult beverage and lottery ticket from time to time, and traveled extensively with her daughter Linda with whom she had lived. She had a beautiful voice, was self-taught as an organist, had gorgeous olive skin and thick, curly hair that many complimented. She was a witty and very creative woman who lent her artistry to the jewelry and music industry as the organist for plays in the Rehoboth School district and as the musical director/ organist at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Seekonk, Ma until she retired. She shall be sadly missed by those who knew and loved her.
Just remember that loved ones never go away. They are always by our side, even on days when they may seem like just an illusion.
June M. Norris
June M. Norris
June M. Norris, 85, passed away at home on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Delma L. Norris to whom they were married for 64 years. Born in Leominster, MA she was a daughter of the late James McEleney and Concetta (Campobasso) McEleney. Mrs. Norris worked as a C.N.A supervisor at Catholic Memorial Home in Fall River for many years and also worked as a switchboard operator at Sturdy Hospital in Attleboro, MA until she retired. She was a member of the Rehoboth Senior Citizens Club and the Rhode Island Dahlia Society. Mrs. Norris enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid gardener. She loved baking, making her famous zucchini bread as well as baking Christmas cookie platters to share with all her friends and family. She was a devoted wife and mother, and adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She leaves two children, Thomas L. Norris and his wife Stacie of Swansea and Debra M. Carlstrom and her husband Keith of Attleboro, four granddaughters, Breelyn Rebello and her husband Lee, Brittany Carlstrom, Samantha Moylan and her husband Michael, Delaney Mae Norris, four great-granddaughters, Ava Mae Moylan, Brooklyn Ryan Moylan, Charlotte June Rebello, and Sydney Ann Rebello. She also leaves two sisters, Marie McEleney of Florida, Gail Ardito of Warwick, and one brother, Thomas Paul McEleney of Florida.
Her funeral was held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at 9:00 AM in the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Avenue, Seekonk. Burial was in Rehoboth Village Cemetery. Calling hours were Monday from 5-7 PM. For online condolences visit, www. PERRYMCSTAY.com. children, Ava and Aria Leonardo and Penelope McLure and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral service was held on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 10:00 AM in the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence. Burial was in Rehoboth Village Cemetery. Calling hours were held on Friday from 5-7 PM.
Robert J. “Rob” Leonardo
Robert J. “Rob” Leonardo
Robert J. “Rob” Leonardo, 51, of Rehoboth, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at his home. He was the husband of Diane F. Aubin.
Born in Fall River, he was the son of Darlene (Nunnelly) Leonardo and the late Robert J. Leonardo. Rob worked in the construction industry for the Aubin Corporation for many years. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid Boston Bruins fan.
Besides his wife and mother he leaves one son, Robert A. Leonardo, his fiancé Amber Ross, two stepchildren, Kelly Rodrigues and Nicholas Rodrigues, two sisters, Wendy Dechaine and her husband Joey and Jennifer Leonardo, three grand-
Death Notices Rehoboth
• Louise Barbara (Veyera) Williams, 93, of Rehoboth, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday August 24,2022. • Domenic A. Rucco, 73, of Rehoboth, MA passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. • Katherine “Sis” Mello, 83, of Rehoboth, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at home.
• Donald William Strong passed away
September 9, 2022, at home in Rehoboth with his dear wife of nearly 57 years and their family by his side. • Vincent A. Armenio MD, 61, of Francis
Street, Rehoboth, MA, died peacefully on September 24, 2022, at home surrounded by his loving family. • Eleanor L. Goff, 93, formerly of Rehoboth, passed away on September 25, 2022.
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Hospital. • Margaret T. (Byrnes) Lockwood, 76, of
Seekonk, passed away on Thursday,
September 22, 2022.
