All Obituaries

Doris I. Couture 82, formerly of Vose St. died May 20, 2019 at Oakland Grove Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Joseph A. Couture. Born in Woonsocket, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Eva (St. Jean) Laplante. Doris was a homemaker for most of her life. She is survived by a son, Joseph Couture of Woonsocket, four daughters, Suzanne Cook of Oregon, Rachel Milotte and Evelyn Daltorio both of N. Smithfield, and Jacqueline Gingras of Woonsocket, eleven grandchildren and...

Paul R. Tessier 66, of Mill St., Woonsocket passed away May 19, 2019 surrounded by his loving family in the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. He was born in Woonsocket, a son of the late Norman and Ella (Paget) Tessier. He was a North Smithfield resident most of his life. Paul was a truck driver for Garelick Farms for over thirty years. He was a member of Cercle Laurier. He is survived by his son Joshua Tessier and his spouse Jaime of Burrillville, daughter Sharleen Rainville and her spouse...

Denise M. Leveillee 67, of Clinton St. passed away unexpectedly at home May 17, 2019.  Born in Woonsocket, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Solange (Gaulin) Moulson. Denise was a church vocalist for most of her life at many area churches, most recently at St. Joseph’s Church in Woonsocket, where she was also a member of the choir. Denise was the Vice President of the Kennedy Manor Club and the former President. She was an avid bingo player. She especially loved spending...

Edward F. Csizmesia 87, of East School St., died May 10, 2019 at home. He was the husband of the late Jane (Corbett) Csizmesia. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Rudolph and Lillian (Jackson) Csizmesia. In his younger days Ed was a fireman for the Woonsocket Fire Department, and then worked for the Valley Gas Company. He retired as Vice President of Operations for the former Marquette Credit Union after twenty five years. He served in the US Navy. Ed enjoyed gardening and playing...

Woonsocket Janet V. Auger 87, of Poplar St., died May 6, 2019 at Woonsocket Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late Robert Auger. Born in Woonsocket, she was a daughter of the late Raoul and Henrietta (Artruc) Leclaire. Janet was a secretary for the former Woonsocket Hospital for many years. She loved the ocean, going to the beach and eating and preparing food. Janet is survived by her daughter Robin Tetreault of Woonsocket, two sons Marc Auger of Manville, and David...

Jo-Ann E. Beauchesne 76, of Woonsocket, passed away peacefully on May 2,  2019, at St. Antoine Residence in North Smithfield. She is the wife of Lionel Beauchesne. Born in Woonsocket, RI, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Johanna (Shaffer) Ricard.  Jo-Ann was a homemaker for most of her life. She is survived by her 3 sons, Michael, Mark and Gary Beauchesne, all of Woonsocket, a sister Sylvia Cotnoir of ME, one grandson, Christopher and several nieces and nephews. She was...

Raymond R. Thivierge 87, of Woonsocket, died May 1, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Marie (Cormier) Thivierge. Born and raised in Woonsocket, he was a son of the late Herve and Blanche (Handfield) Thivierge. Raymond was a carpenter for the RI and New England Unions for 25 years.  After retirement he received his Real Estate license and started his own business as Raymond Thivierge Real Estate.  Raymond was an active and loyal member in...

Jeanne Charrette 69, died Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at Landmark Medical Center. She was the wife of Richard Charrette. Born in Woonsocket, she was a daughter of the late Gerard Bergeron and Vivian (Fregeau) Chevalier.  She was a nurse’s aide in the health care industry.  Jeanne loved to go shopping and out to lunch with her daughter.  She enjoyed family time and relaxing at home with a glass of wine.  Jeanne was very witty with a great sense of humor and...

Constance Cecile Royer 94, passed away on Tuesday April 30, 2019 at St. Antoine Residence in North Smithfield, RI.  She was the daughter of the late Simeon and Rosaria (Riendeau) Jacob. Born on June 21, 1924 in Woonsocket, RI, she attended St. Anne Catholic School.  She was a Department Store Manager at several clothing stores prior to retirement.  Constance was an active member and served many years as President of Crepeau Court Social Club where she resided 25 years. ...

Linda L. Charpentier 68, passed away April 22, 2019 at Landmark Medical Center. She was the beloved wife of John W. Charpentier Sr. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Emmett and Irene (Beliveau) Flynn. Linda worked as an administration assistant for CVS for twenty years. Linda’s greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. Besides her husband she leaves a son, John W. Charpentier Jr. of Woonsocket, two daughters, Jaime L. Mintz of Mansfield, MA and Katie J....