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John F. Donahue, III, 77, of Ashaway, passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the Westerly Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of Melissa M. (Gibson) Donahue. Born on November 30, 1943, in Westerly, he was the son of the late John Francis, Jr. and Lois Evelyn (Wilkinson) Donahue. John graduated from Chariho High School in 1961 and enlisted in the U.S. Army in July of that year. He completed his basic training at Fort Dix, NJ and received follow on training at the Officer...

Paul Louis Apice, 78 of Hopkinton, passed on August 8, 2021. Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers in the days to come. All services will be held privately.

   Mafalda ”Dolly” (Cavicchioli) O’Donnell passed away at the age of 103 on July 24, 2021 at the Westerly Hospital.  She was a life long resident of Charlestown before taking residence at The Elms Assisted Living in Westerly.     She was employed as a weaver before working for The RI School Lunch Program in the Chariho District. As a life long active communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Carolina, she was a choir member, prepared meals for...

Jacob A. Pavelski, 69 of Mechanic St. Hope Valley, RI died suddenly on Friday July 23, 2021 at his home. Born in Westerly, RI on October 25, 1951 he was the son of the late Joseph V. and Mary (Wytas) Pavelski. Mr. Pavelski was employed for many years at the former Bradford Dyeing Association before his retirement. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed Bear Hunting and Fishing. Jake will be sadly missed by his son Wayne R. Flaherty of Voluntown, CT, his brothers, Joseph Pavelski...

Gregory J. Platt passed away on Monday, July 19, at Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center after a long battle with colorectal cancer. He was 74. Greg was born on April 12, 1947, in New Haven, Connecticut, to the late Edward A. and Margaret A. (Steeves) Platt. Greg was proud of his service in the Army National Guard. After serving he moved to Rhode Island, residing most of his adult life in Washington County. He worked various jobs including firearms sales, antiques, carpentry, and real...

Alice Mae (Barnes) Greene, 78, of Charlestown, RI passed away at her home Sunday, July 18th after a brief illness. Born in Wakefield, RI she was the daughter of the late Roy H. Barnes, Jr. and Lillian Marshall. Alice graduated from URI and worked at Guild music until they closed. She went on to work as a purchasing manager for Ashaway Line and Twine until her retirement. Alice was also a master gardener and belonged to The Arbutus Garden Club. She enjoyed being in her garden growing many...

David Lewis, 71 of Exeter, RI lost his battle with Dementia on July 17, 2021. David was a dedicated teacher at Scituate High School for over 25 years until he retired. He then continued his love of teaching at Exeter West Greenwich High School for a short time after. David was an active and passionate member of the Rhode Island chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). He enjoyed farming, the Washington County Fair and spending time with friends and family. Besides his wife Martha...

Eleanor Giglietti, 88, of Rockville, RI, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on July 9, 2021 at her home. She was the wife of the late Ezio Giglietti, Sr. Born in Providence, RI on July 24, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Thomas G. and Marie (Larocque) Mullen. Eleanor so loved feeding and watching the many hummingbirds that visited her feeders. Eleanor worked as a cashier at the former Veterans market in Coventry. She leaves her three sons Ezio Giglietti, Jr. of...

Our beautiful Jasmine Marie Lachappelle, 34, passed away on July 09, 2021. She is survived by her parents: Neil Wayne Walsh, married to Stephanie Walsh, currently residing in Florida; and Tracy Marie Brown DiPietro, married to Daniel Anthony DiPietro; currently residing in Alabama; her brother, Thomas Scott Walsh, married to Miriam Walsh, residing in Norwich, CT; and her sister Cassandra Mae Walsh, residing in Florida. Jazzy, as she was called by those that loved her, also left behind two...

Susan M. Algiere, 64 of Westerly, RI, passed away at the Westerly Hospital on July 8, 2021. Born in Westerly, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Alberta Algiere. Susan was a thoughtful, caring, and giving person. She always gave to others, putting their needs above her own, because it made her happy to do so. Susan loved listening to music, watching crime shows, and especially spending time with her family. She had a big heart, a great sense of humor, and a warm smile for...