All Obituaries

Frances G. Richard, 99, of Scituate, RI, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Born on March 19, 1925, in West Warwick, RI, she was the wife of the late Marcel A. Richard and the daughter of the late Stefan and Josephine (Karzeniowska) Gawek. A graduate of Bryant College, Frances was an executive secretary, and later provided support to her husband’s accounting firm. She was strong in her faith and was for many years a daily communicant at St. Joseph’s...

Mary E. (Cook) Montgomery, 73, of Bowling Lane, Bradford, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024 at the Westerly Hospital. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Raymond L. Montgomery. Mary is survived by and will be dearly missed by her daughter, Kimberly J. Valliere (Steven) of Westerly, her son, Charles E. Kleinkauf (Angel) of Jackson, SC, her son, Lorren L. Kleinkauf (Ashley) of Bradford, eight grand children, and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Montgomery was born in Westerly on January...

Robert T. Licciardi Jr., 46, of Providence Street, West Warwick, RI, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at home. Born on December 28, 1977, in Warwick, RI, he was the son of Debrah (Powers) Licciardi and the late Robert T. Licciardi Sr. Besides his mother; Debrah Licciardi, Robert is survived by a sister; Diane Licciardi and her husband Jared Mattias. Robert’s services will be private. For online condolences please visit www.gortonmenardfuneralhome.com  

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michelle L. Shaw, aged 41, of Pendleton Hill Road, North Stonington, on the afternoon of Friday, March 22, 2024, at her residence. Born in Houston, TX, on May 26, 1982, she was the cherished daughter of David and Judy L. (Hunter) Shaw Jr. Michelle's legacy is carried on by her ex-husband, Mark Drake, with whom she resided; her six remarkable children, Isaiah, Levi, Naomi, Priscilla, Gideon, and Josiah, all of North Stonington;...

Sandra L. Turbitt, 73, of Woodland Drive, Coventry, RI, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of RI, Coventry, RI. Born on April 3, 1950, in Narragansett, RI, she was the daughter of the late Fred M. Sr. and Santella (Masiello) Ford. Sandra was a benefit specialist for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, Warwick, RI, for many years before retiring. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, family gatherings, the beauty of flowers and loved animals. Sandra...

Steven J. Emond, 65, of Plainfield Pike, Coventry, RI, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on December 8, 1958, he was the son of Gladys (Crandall) Emond and the late Paul Emond. Steven was the owner and operator of Stay Hard Concrete, Coventry, RI, for many years. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and going fishing. Besides his mother Gladys Emond, Steven is survived by a son; John Emond, a sister; Priscilla Scungio and her husband...

Maryann A. Pritzl, 79, of Centerville Road, Warwick, RI, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at HopeHealth Hospice of RI, Providence, RI. Born on April 10, 1944, in Minneapolis, MN, she was the wife of the late Paul A. Pritzl and the daughter of the late Douglas and Betty (Anderson) Carlson. Maryann was a field worker for Kent County Mental Health, Warwick, RI, for many years.. Maryann is survived by two children; Nicole Walker and Doug Lindberg, two brothers; Jim Carlson and Phil...

Bethany R. Bailey, 21, of Bates Avenue, Coventry, RI, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024. Born on November 5, 2002, in Warwick, RI, she was the daughter of Daniel E. Bailey and Holly (Wood) Young. Bethany enjoyed going to the beach, music and the company of her friends. Besides her parents Daniel Bailey and Holly Young, and a step father Damion Young, she is survived by siblings; Danielle Bailey, Austin Bailey, Tyler Bailey, Brandon Bailey, Ashley Sampson, Rebecca McClenathan and other...

James W. Allen Jr., 61, of 12 Reservoir Road, Coventry, RI, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on October 21, 1962, in Warwick, RI, he was the son of Helen C. (Brown) Allen and the late James W. Allen Sr. James was self-employed as a mechanic for many years. He enjoyed collecting Native American memorabilia and cooking. Besides his mother Helen Allen, James is survived by four children; Mercedes Allen, James Allen III, Jesse Allen and Toni-Jo...

Joseph O. “Butch” Warner, 70, of Acres of Pine Road, Coventry, RI, passed away Tuesday February, 27, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on February 13, 1954, in Warwick, RI, he was the son of the late Joseph C. Warner and Rena (Salisbury) Brainard. Joseph was a self-employed construction worker. He enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, fishing and bird watching. Joseph is survived by three sisters; Linda Cote, Dixie Stroud and Pamela Montoya, two brothers; Jeffrey Warner and...