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Lucille Coutu Obituary

COUTU, LUCILLE T., 85, passed December 26th with her loving family by her side. She was the wife of the late Central Falls Fire Chief Robert A. Coutu. She was a daughter of the late Charles and Alphonsine (Levesque) Hall. She had been employed by the Central Falls School Department before retiring. Lucille was an avid gardener and enjoyed Tai Chi and spending time with her children. She is survived by a son, Denis Coutu and his wife Susan of North Providence, three daughters, Paulette Larocque and her husband Gary of Glocester, Michelle Lavergne and her husband Richard of Central Falls, and Lisa Williams and her husband Keith of Lincoln, 9 grandchildren, 2 two great grandchildren and her daughter in law, Denise Coutu of Lincoln. She was the mother of the late Chief Rene R. Coutu, CFFD. Her funeral will be held Thursday at 8:30am from the Keefe Funeral Home, Five Higginson Ave, Lincoln with a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Spirit Parish (St. Matthew Church), Dexter St, Central Falls at 9:30am. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited, calling hours will be held Wednesday from 4 to 8pm. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to the Chief Coutu Memorial Equipment Fund, 150 Illinois St, Central Falls, RI, 02863. For online condolences: www.thekeefefuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Dec. 27, 2011.

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Lucille in Tai Chi Class

Bob McManus

January 4, 2012

Lucille was one of my favorite students. She came to Tai Chi class every week at The Leon mathieu Center in Pawtucket for 5 years. Every year, lucille would sneak a Christmas card in my pocket and sign it from the whole class.
I looked forward to seeing her each week and missed her during the past few months. I know she was very hurt by the passing of her son.
It was a pleasure to know her and be her Tai Chi teacher during this time in her life. She was truly an inspiration to me in many ways. I will miss Lucille.

January 1, 2012

Dear Coutu Family, I was unabled to express my condolences in person, but rest assured that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Cecile Landry,( wife of the late Fire Chief Gerald P. Landry, Woonsocket)

Lori McIntyre

December 30, 2011

Lisa and Keith,
Dave and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. We are thinking about you all in these difficult days. Our prayers are with you and your mom.
Love, Lori and Dave

December 28, 2011

Michelle & Rich, our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your Mom, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time, Moe and Kathy Rabau

December 28, 2011

Our deepest condolences.... Your mom was a beautiful woman... I have many fond memories of her from childhood being at your home to working with her at Ella Risk May God bless you and comfort you during this time of great sorrow With love and prayers,
Gloria Ciesynski and family

Jenn Rose

December 28, 2011

I was so sad to read of Aunt Lucille's passing. She was always so good to my mom and when my mom was ill she made sure to call every day to talk to her and in the end check up on me. My sympathies to the entire Coutu Family.

Claudinette Job

December 28, 2011

Paulette,
I'm so sorry for your loss, may God gives courage in time like this one. If I'm not able to make the service but my heart will be with you and your family.

Claudinette Job

December 28, 2011

may this light stay forever in the heart of those who have a the opportunity to meet such great person.

December 27, 2011

Denis, Paulette, Michelle & Lisa,
We are so sorry for you loss. Our hearts are heavy for you all
Bill, Robin, Matthew & Mark Kerwin

December 27, 2011

Paulette,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time.
Sarah, Elizabeth, & Frank

Lori Glasscock

December 27, 2011

My sympathies to the Coutu family. She was a wonderful woman.
Lori (Croteau) Glasscock, Lakeland, Tn.

John, Julie, Erika and Taylor Marques

December 27, 2011

Denise, Lisanne and Laura,
We were saddened to hear about Mrs. Coutu's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sorry we cannot be there to attend her services. We love you.

John Marques

December 27, 2011

Dear Denis,Paulette, Michelle and Lisa,
I am sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I am sorry that I will not be able to get back to RI for your Mom's services. I will be thinking about you all and keeping you in my prayers.

Nicole Iarocci

December 27, 2011

Lise & Laura,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your grandmother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patty Manning

December 27, 2011

My sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family Paulette.

Mary Chaves

December 27, 2011

Paulette,

My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories you have sustain you now and in the days to come as you grieve your loss.

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