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Joyce Bridge Obituary

BRIDGE, JOYCE R. age 75, of Quaker Lane, Warwick, died on Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at home. Born in Providence, the daughter of the late Raymond T. and Helen J. (Durfee) Bridge, she lived in Cranston before moving to Warwick over 50 years ago. Joyce was the owner and operator of the Jefferson Diner on Jefferson Boulevard in Warwick from 1969 to her retirement in 2002, when she was succeeded by her daughter. She is survived by a son, Raymond G. Mungo of San Diego, CA; two daughters, Robin L. Smith and Kellie E. Mungo, both of Warwick; a granddaughter, Kerri L. Geider; and a sister, Marilyn Rhodebeck of Westminster, CO. A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 15, at 10 a.m. in St. Barnabas Church, 3257 Post Road, Warwick. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be on Sunday from 4-7 p.m. in the Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick. In lieu of flowers, contributions made in her memory to the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation, 249 Roosevelt Avenue, Suite 201, Pawtucket, RI 02860 would be appreciated. www.barrettandcotter.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jun. 12, 2015.

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Charlene Ingham

January 21, 2016

Kellie, A quick stop by today for a late breakfast. I was so saddened to hear the news from you. I only had the pleasure of meeting your mom twice. From the moment I met her at the diner, through my Linda who your mom had met a few years back, we three had some good laughs. Joyce and you made us feel right at home. After Linda passed I saw your mom once more during a stop by for breakfast. She gave me her card and said, "whenever you're in FL, give a call and stop by for a cocktail!" I regret not having taken her up on that invitation as I'm sure we would have had many laughs and great conversation! Keep on keepin' on with the diner, I may not get up there often, but I SO enjoy the warm welcome when I do stop by. May God Bless Joyce, you and your family.

Alan Jacober

June 16, 2015

Robin and Kellie,
Sorry for your loss, just found out...Jefferson Diner and Joyce has been an institution for me for 35+ years, and your Mom was such a sweet lady.
Sweet memories of her laugh..

Anita Donovan

June 15, 2015

Hi Kelly: We are so sorry for your loss. We did not find out until today. We would have been there for you and feel so bad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. Love, Tony, Anita, and Rex.

joyce deLisle

June 15, 2015

Dear kelli and family,
what can i say and what words can express my thoughts about your mom?
A wonderful human being and a love of life like no other.
i can still see her in my office with a fake arrow through her
head pretending nothing was wrong!
may she rest in peace . God is certainly watching her!!

Lesley Block Zuckerman

June 15, 2015

I'm so sorry for you loss. She was a great person to know.

Sandy Eons Leacy

June 15, 2015

Kellie So sorry for your loss.Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

June 15, 2015

Kellie and family,
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sherri and staff at Mr.Messenger Inc.

Claus/ Julie Petersen

June 14, 2015

Dear Kelly, we are so sad to hear of your loss. your Mom was ONE SPECIAL LADY, full of love and laughter. I remember when I first met her and and how excited she was buying the condo. She added fun and laughs wherever she went and was so bubbly all the time. she will live in our hearts and we know how lucky we are that our paths crossed. We will remember the good times, the laughs we shared, the fun we had, our memories of joyce will live in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and here's hoping you will be able to find comfort in all your happy memories of your Mom. with our love, Claus & Julie

Debi Gilmartin Gilroy

June 14, 2015

The world has a little less sparkle and giggle without Joyce in it. She provided so much laughter and joy to those around her. We will all miss her, but nowhere near as much as my mom will. So sorry for your loss Kellie, Robin and Raymond.

Charlie & Beth Vanner

June 13, 2015

Kellie, we are so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family that your beautiful memories of your mom will bring you peace and comfort.

June 13, 2015

Ray, Robin and Kellie,

We are deeply saddened by Aunty Joyce's passing. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We have fond memories of Aunt Joyce's humor and ability to brighten any room. She will be fondly remembered!

Love,

The Atlanta Newmans

Karen Rhodebeck Graham and family

June 13, 2015

Kellie, Robin, and Raymond,
Our thoughts are with you. I'll always remember Joyce's big heart and welcoming ways. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.

Nina Nordstrom

June 13, 2015

Ray... my entire family & I send you our most sincere sympathy for the passing of your precious mom. May your family all find comfort in the lasting memories you will forever hold dear in your hearts. I am here for you, always! God bless, lot's of love, & big hugs ~ Nina

Stephen Briggs

June 13, 2015

Joyce was a classmate & a neighbor growing up.
Just a few weeks now I visited the Jefferson Diner & Joyce's daughter called her Mom &Joyce & I chatted she invited me to visit, Now it is too late to visit my good friend.
May God welcome Joyce into his arms as I am sure he will. Farewell my good friend. Steve Briggs Cass of 1958 Cranston High

Harris Feinstein

June 13, 2015

Dear family,
Just words alone cannot stress the loss of a loved one, but to know that friends have you all in are prayers at this difficult time.
The Feinstein family are saddened by your loss, we all have fond memories of all you kid growing up with ours, and do share in this loss with you.
Harris and Faith, Mitchell and Ellen

June 13, 2015

Raymond, Robin and Kellie, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. Over the years we've had some memories and lots of laughs with Joyce. We will miss not seeing her on our trips to RI. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Love Marion and Joe

Val Ricciardi

June 13, 2015

Kellie & family: I was very sorry to hear of Mom's passing. We go way back to Cranston High School together. She was a great, fun person. Thoughts & prayers for you and yours. Val Ricciardi & family.

June 13, 2015

Kellie, Robin, and Raymond..my heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I will always remember Joyce's witty humor. Thinking of you all. Love,Diane Worthey(Rhodebeck)and family

Cheryl Vanasse

June 13, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ella Efird

June 12, 2015

To Joyce's children & family, I worked with her at Citizens Bank, always so cheerful.She will be well missed.May God give you strength & courage.

Jeri Sylvia

June 12, 2015

To Joyce's Family, Sylvia and I were so lucky to have just happened to have lived in the same community as your incredible mother. She made us smile and laugh all the time and her wisdom was bar none the best. Our hearts cracked when she decided to sell her place in Florida however she was so happy to move home. But today hearing of her passing, our hearts are now completely broken. Thank you for sharing Joycie with u s we loved her so. So sorry for your loss. Our love, Jeri and Sylvia.

Eric Abrahamson

June 12, 2015

Kelly, My Sincere Condolences On The Passing Of Your Mom , Thoughts And Prayers.

Karen Wong

June 12, 2015

Kellie, so sorry for your loss, loved your Mom and her laugh and jokes. Thoughts and prayers are with you and family.

Donn Cribari

June 12, 2015

Kelly, Robin,and Ray and family
We are Sorry for your loss. Your Mom was an awesome person and will be terribly missed. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time.
Anna,& Donn C

June 12, 2015

Dear Kellie & family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Seems we were just laughing and hooting it up with your mom at Shannon View! All our love and prayers, Tara and Ernie (and the Granahan clan) xoxoxo

June 12, 2015

Kelly and Robin, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Aunt Mae and Uncle Harold

Marilyn Rhodebeck

June 12, 2015

Kelly, Robin, and Raymond,
We are saddened by the loss of your wonderful mother. I am so grateful that she and I were able to find each other. It means so much that she accepted me as a sister and that she was willing to share about our father so I could know him as well. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the memories of this beautiful lady. Please keep in touch. We are family.

June 12, 2015

Dear Kelly and family: Please accept my most sincere condolences on the sudden passing of your mom. I only had the pleasure of meeting her on a few occasions, but she was so warm and friendly. God Bless you all in this most difficult time. Ginger Pietrantonio

Alex, Darlene, Alex & Caitlin Barone

June 12, 2015

Kelly and Robin,
We are sorry for your loss, words are not enough to express the grief we feel at the moment. Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.

James Gilmore

June 12, 2015

Robin & Chris,

Sorry for your loss.

Jim Gilmore

June 12, 2015

Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ann

Carolyn Hall

June 12, 2015

Very sorry to read of your mother's passing.

Jeanntte Alyward

June 12, 2015

Such a wonderful lady. You will always have a place at our family table on the holidays, we will remember your inspirational prayers blessing our meal and our family and we will hold our glasses high in your honor. Rest in peace beautiful lady we will miss your stories and your infectious laugh.
Love, Jeannette and Jim

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