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The Reporter July 2021
IN MEMORIAM Sara Hagopian Kanarian
Sara Hagopian Kanarian, age 102, of Rehoboth, MA, a retired Rehoboth educator, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 26, 2021, in Attleboro, MA. Sara’s parents were the late Hagop and Eunice (Danielian) Der Hagopian. Sara was born and grew up in Providence, RI. She was the beloved wife of the late Shahen Kanarian. Sara and Shahen moved to Rehoboth, MA in 1956. She leaves her three daughters, Linda Berberian (wife of the late Archie Berberian) of Annapolis, Maryland; Janice Noble and Sara Hagopian Kanarian her husband Russell Noble of Seekonk, MA; and Jean Kanarian and her husband Nathan Hagen of Boston, MA; her six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Rose Sarkisian, Esther Ceresi, and John Hagopian. She was a 1941 graduate of Rhode Island College of Education, now Rhode Island College, and was a member of the Massachusetts Retired Teachers Association. Sara was very active in the Rehoboth Senior Center. During her 18-year career as an elementary school teacher and school librarian in the Rehoboth School System she touched many students’ lives in a positive manner. To respect Sara’s wishes, there will be no funeral services.
moving to Rehoboth in 1959. She graduated from Rogers High School Class of 1952. She attended Newport Hospital School of Nursing where she obtained her Certificate in 1955 and became a Registered Nurse. Eleanor was employed at Rhode Island Hospital until she became an Industrial Nurse at Amica Insurance for over 30 years until her retirement in 1993. Eleanor was a member of the Seekonk Memorial Baptist Church in Seekonk and an active member of the Women’s Fellowship. She loved traveling, camping and was an avid reader. After her retirement, Eleanor decided that she wanted to paint. After a few lessons, she painted many beautiful pictures for her family. Eleanor’s family would like to thank all the nurses and doctors at Rhode Island Hospital and Hope Hospice for their exceptional care. Also, a thank you, to her care givers: Kathy Adams, Cindy Peters and Cindy Lee who lovingly cared for Eleanor at home. A special thanks to Roy and Harriett Mann for the love, support, and care given to Eleanor over the years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service for Eleanor on Monday, June 28, 2021 at 11 AM at Seekonk Memorial Baptist Church, 340 Central Avenue, Seekonk, MA. There will be a reception at the church after the service. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Eleanor’s name, may be made to a charity of your choice. To send Eleanor’s loved ones a message of condolence or remembrance, please visit Duffy-Poule.com
Ronald Lamb
Eleanor Winifred Abbott
Eleanor Winifred Abbott of Rehoboth, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 14, 2021 at 88 years of age. Beloved daughter of the late Bertha Winifred (Allen) and James Thomas Kenneth Abbott. Loving sister of James T. K. Abbott Jr. and his companion Kathleen Brash of Hingham. Cherished cousin of Roy Mann and his wife Harriet of Rehoboth. Adored friend of Madeline Abbott of Norton. She is also survived by many cousins. Eleanor Winifred Abbott Eleanor was born in Pawtucket, RI and lived in both Newport and Middletown, RI before
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Ronald Lamb
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Ronald Lamb, 83, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021. He was the husband of Marguerite “Marge” A. (Enos) Lamb. Born in East Providence, Ron was a son of the late Manuel S. and Louise (Nunes) Lamb. He was a fine craftsman and cabinet maker who owned and operated Lamb Company in East Providence before he retired. Ron was also a Veteran of the Army Reserves. He was an avid classic car enthusiast who restored many vintage cars and motorcycles. Ron enjoyed sailing, spending time with family in their cottage on the Cape, and spent many hours volunteering with his wife for the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. Besides his wife, he leaves one daughter, Laurie Lamb Flannery; three grandsons, Christian Flannery, Curtis Flannery, and Kyle Flannery; his English Setter, Colby; and one sister, Joanne Lamb. He was the brother of the late Richard Lamb. His funeral was held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 9:00 AM from the PERRYMcSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Taunton Ave, Seekonk. Burial is in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours were Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 5-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: HDSA Massachusetts/Rhode Island Chapter, PO Box 95142, Newton, MA 02495.
