All Tributes

Carolyn Martino, 80, storyteller, spoken word artist, inspirational speaker, and humorist, born in Providence on February 19, 1942, died on January 27, 2023. Carolyn was known throughout New England and the greater storytelling community from “Maine to Miami” as one of the best professional performers to ever grace our stages at libraries, schools, and community festivals. She was a teller at the Johnnycake, Three Apples, Connecticut, Tellabration, RIBS & Friends, and...

Robert “Bob” Thomas Gardner, Jr., 55 of Carolina, passed away unexpectedly in the line of duty as a firefighter for the Richmond Carolina Fire District. He was the loving husband of Christine Ruth (Chalifoux) Gardner. Born in Pawtucket, RI on February 20, 1967, he was the son of Elizabeth Ann (Hemond) Bray and Robert J. Bray. Bob worked as a truck driver his whole life; even before he had his driver’s license. He worked at many trucking operations where he met many of his...

Jean (Lynch) Goodwin, 81, passed away peacefully in East Greenwich, R.I., on January 16, 2023, the beloved wife of the late James J. Goodwin II. Born on August 2, 1941, she was the daughter of the late John E. and Frances M. Lynch. Jean grew up in Syracuse’s Strathmore neighborhood, graduating from Most Holy Rosary School and Nazareth College in Rochester. She was a devoted and loving mother, raising her three children as the family moved from Rochester to Buffalo, Miami, Tallahassee,...

Matthew Charles Sprague, 33 of Hope Valley, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Hartford Hospital. He was the husband of Katrena Elizabeth (Aiello) Sprague. Born in Westerly, RI on January 31, 1989, he was the son of Theresa (Sprague) and her husband Scott Hoisington. Father Dean Baton. Besides his Wife and Parents, he leaves his beautiful baby boy Finley Scott Sprague, who he loved more than anything. Matthew also leaves behind his Brothers, James Sprague (Amanda),...

  Stephen M. “Mike” Grimley, 76, of Hope Valley, RI, died peacefully on Tuesday January 3, 2023. Born in Pawtucket, RI on December 2, 1946, he was the son of the late Samuel J. and Alice (Baldyga) Grimley. He was a member of the 1964 graduating class of St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, and graduated from Providence College in 1968 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics. He then continued his education at the University of Detroit, receiving a Master’s Degree...

John W. Pucher, 89, of Charlestown, RI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2022. John was born on February 13, 1933 in Peekskill, NY to the late John and Margaret (Albrecht) Pucher. John was a school bus driver for many years. He also was a member of the American Legion and a communicant at St. Mary’s Parish in Carolina, RI. In 2016 John converted to Judaism and became a member of Temple Emanu-El in Providence. He attended quite regularly until his illness kept him from doing...

Samantha Lynn Stone, 21, of Ashaway, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 4, 2022. Born in Providence, RI on November 15, 2001, she was the loving daughter of Herbert “Herb” Benjamin Stone, Jr. and the late Susan E. Mann. Samantha worked as a cashier at Richmond market while taking classes at CCRI working towards her degree. Her dream was to be a physical therapist. She appreciated the little things in life she was supper easygoing. She enjoyed spending time with her...

Bruce A. Cornell of Hopkinton passed away peacefully at Yale New Haven on November 21, 2022 at the age of 66. He was born February 28, 1956, the son of John Cornell, Jr. and Charlotte Haskell. He is survived by his wife Linda Matteson, his children Adam Cornell and Cara Riley, his sisters Leora Grohocki, Kathy Allore and Kristine Cornell as well as many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Bruce was a talented carpenter and enjoyed playing his guitar. At his request, there will be no...

Sidney E. (Sid) Havens, of Narragansett, formally of Charlestown, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, November 14, 2022, at the age of 90. Born in Westerly, RI, Sidney was the son of the late George D. Havens and Jennie R. (Howard) Havens. After serving in the U.S Army, Sid had a long 40-year career with General Dynamics - Electric Boat in the model shop, along with fulfilling his passion for plants at their nursery, Scenic Gardens, for more than 50 years. While running a full...

Hope Valley, R.I. — Harold W. “Hal” West Sr. 95, of Hope Valley, R.I., husband of the late Barbara (Dorrington) West, was called home to be with the Lord Nov. 10, 2022. Born in Westerly, R.I. Aug. 16, 1927, he was the son of the late Eugene and Ethel (Binns) West. He resided in White Rock, R.I., until joining the U.S. Navy in February of 1945, during World War II, and four months before his high school graduation. His parents were presented his diploma on graduation day from Westerly...