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ALDEN, JOHN R., 61, of Narragansett Avenue, Riverside, died unexpectedly at home on November 10, 2012. Born in Providence, a son of the late William and Florence (Luther) Alden, he was a lifelong resident of Riverside. Mr. Alden was a polisher for the former Martin Copland Co. until 1977 and then was employed with the All Country Drywall Co. John was a former Deacon at the Riverside Congregational Church. He was a participant of C.B. radio under the handle of "Clubby." A sports enthusiast, he enjoyed fishing and NASCAR racing. He is survived by two daughters, Jennifer L. Germano of East Providence and Melissa A. Nunez of East Providence; two sons, John R. Alden Jr. of Riverside and James M. Alden of Riverside; five sisters, Priscilla Graham of CA, Janet Grant of Providence, Ellen Alden of Cranston, Nancy Charette of Riverside and Marilyn Alden of Swansea, MA; three brothers, Robert Alden of NC, Edward Alden of Riverside and Arthur Alden of FL; and four loving grandchildren, Tyler, Kevin, Trevor and Sydney. He was the brother of the late William Alden. His funeral will be held on Friday November 16, 2012 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 9:45 am with a funeral service in the Riverside Congregational Church, Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside at 11 am. Calling hours are Thursday 4-8 pm. www.wrwatsonfuneralhome.com

Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 14, 2012.
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Johnny was such a wonderful person he was always there for you if you needed him. He has been a great friend and neighbor to my family my entire life. I'll always remember the great parties he had and he always told the best stories. I truly felt like he was family. To the Alden family I'm so very sorry for your loss. He will certainly be missed!

Jessica Repoza

November 17, 2012

Goodbye old friend, may you find peace in the loving arms of our Lord.

TED EMMES

November 16, 2012

Goodbye old friend, may you find peace in the loving arms of our Lord.

November 16, 2012

missy kevin and family.missy we are so sorry to hear of your'e dad's passing.our thoughts and prayers are with you all.love aunt karen and uncle jr.

November 15, 2012

To the Alden family sorry to here about your loss.John was a good friend.May he rest in peace.

Ron & Ellie Perry

November 15, 2012

A true Riverside icon is gone and his absence will be sorely missed. Narragansett Avenue will never be the same.
Condolences to all in the family.

Rhonda Marshall

November 15, 2012

Alden Family, I am sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. ~Lori

Lori Dearnley

November 15, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prays are with you all

Elsie McGinn

November 15, 2012

To the Alden family, we send our deepest sympathy. The sudden loss of John was a terrible to shock to all of us who knew and cared so much about him. May he rest in peace.
Charlene & Dave Mueller, Riverside

Charlene Mueller

November 15, 2012

To the Alden Family, So sorry to hear of John's passing. He will be missed by all. May the Lord comfort you at this very sad time. Rest in peace John.

Sharron Bizzle

November 14, 2012

To The Alden Family. Sorry For Your Loss!! Rest In Peace John! Bernice Viveiros!

Bernice Viveiros

November 14, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss!!! Thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.

Bethany

November 14, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Alden Family during this difficult time.

Tracy Adams Capobianco

November 14, 2012

I love you "Uncle Johnny", you were like family to me for so many years, and I will miss you so much! My heart goes out to his family, so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man..xoxoxo

Kirsten Charette

November 14, 2012

The Alden Family, I am so sorry for your loss. John was such a good guy...My prayers are with you. John rest in peace and God bless you...

Sandy Medeiros

November 14, 2012

Mr. Alden was a great man whom I held in the highest regard. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He was a very special person who made a positive impact in my life and I will never forget him. To Jen, John, Missy and Jimmy I love you guys and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Erik Dias

November 14, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Please find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of nee. 1 Pet. 5:7

November 14, 2012

To my long time cb buddy. Club was so funny love talkradio may you soul rest in peace. ROCK CH =6

November 14, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Florence & James Cantrell

November 14, 2012

John was a great man and friend from the Estrella family Richie # Donna

November 14, 2012

To the Alden family,
We are sorry to read about Johnny's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy.

Jim and Diane Tierney

November 14, 2012

I send my condolences to the family.Words cant express how sad i am for your lose..truly

gloria kane

November 14, 2012

My condolences to the family. A great man lost

November 14, 2012

Im am so sorry for your loss.John was a wonderful man with a great love for his family .God bless to you all.

leah garvin

November 14, 2012

My family sends our deepest condolences and sympathies to yours. You're in our thoughts and prayers...God Bless

Darice

November 14, 2012

To the Alden and extended families,please accept our most sincere condolences on the loss of John, we know he will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Sue and Liz

Sue Lemos

November 14, 2012

Uncle Johnny, You was a huge part of my growning up. It seemed like I spent most of my weekends playing basketball in the yard, pool and pinball machine downstairs but I think most of all I think I heard just about every story known to man including every detail of every moment and just when I thought you told them all here comes another one...lol. I know you had fun with us and love to torture us with your stories. But those are the memories I will have for the rest of my life. Until we meet again in Heaven...I love you and miss you.

P.S. You will still beat me in a three point contest in heaven.

Mike Miguel

November 14, 2012

To The Alden Family,My prays go out to you at this time, so sorry for your lost.John May you rest in peace,God bless

Joseph Stone

November 14, 2012

I'm so sorry for the loss of you Dad (Missy) my thoughts prayers are with you in this difficult time ...

Sandy Valente

November 14, 2012

Not a day will go by that we won't look over at that porch and think of Johnny. Things won't be the same on Narragansett Avenue. He was family to us. Jen, Missy, Jimmy and John, we are so sorry for your loss and are here if you need anything at all. Love TJ and Courtney

Courtney Rook Repoza

November 14, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jason & Ericka Nunez

November 14, 2012

To the Alden and Grant families:

My thoughts and prayers are with your families at this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Gale Carr-Fallon

November 14, 2012

To The Alden Family, We are very sorry for your dear loss. May John rest in peace and may you find comfort from your memories.

Julie & Paulo Camara

November 14, 2012

Janet/Priscilla and Bobby and all his family i will miss Johnny on Facebook he will always be in your hearts . Rest In Peace friend .....

Joan (carlson) gregory

November 14, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this difficult time, John was a great man who always had a story to share and an ear to listen, he will be greatly missed by all.

Lisa Sheldon

November 14, 2012

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