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Richard McGovern Obituary

McGOVERN, RICHARD J. of Coventry, passed away on December 4. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Jean Colaneri-McGovern, as well as his devoted children, son, Michael and daughter-in-law Karen of Ipswich, MA, and daughter, Charlott, also of Coventry; and grandchildren Cameron, Alexandra and Benjamin. Richard was brother to Karen Rowbottem of ME, the late Robert McGovern, Susan McGovern of VT, Daniel and Mary McGovern of Cranston. A memorial service will be held at Living Hope Christian Church, 730 S County Trail, North Kingstown, RI 02852 at 11:00 am on Friday, December 13.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Dec. 12, 2013.

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Sandy Agronick

December 19, 2013

Wow. That's all I can say and that I am very, very sorry.

Donna DiGennaro

December 19, 2013

Jean, Charlott and Michael, the flame from this candle will help guide you to peace and also serve as a symbol of Richard's ever present spirit. He's with you forever.

Rodney Capwell

December 18, 2013

There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.

Mary McDonough

December 18, 2013

Jean and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I didn't know Richard well, I know he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Love, Mary

Don Altieri

December 17, 2013

Hi jean, I am so sorry to hear about Richards passing my sympathy go out to you. God Bless you an your family

gene blair

December 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Richards passing..My sympathy to all the family..thoughts and prayers for all.. Gene Blair

Bev Caldarola McFarland

December 16, 2013

Jean, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

December 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family at this terribly difficult time.
Sincerely,
Linda Oscarson Andrews

December 16, 2013

Jean, it was so good to see you at Dave's Market this summer. I just heard about Richard, and my heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you and yours in prayer, that Jesus may comfort you as only He can.
Joe & Bettilou (Manieri) LaRoche

Mary Lou Macera Neville

December 16, 2013

Jean so sorry to hear about Richard... My thoughts and prayers
are with you

Ken Pastore

December 16, 2013

Jean;
I'm speechless.
Our prayers go out to you & your family.

Richard DiGennaro

December 16, 2013

Jean and family, I extend my deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

December 14, 2013

Jean, Karen, Susan, Dan, and Mary,
So sorry to hear about Richard.
David & Susan Hassard

Lori & Paul Kelsall & family

December 14, 2013

Jean, our heartfelt condolences to you and the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.

Chuck Schweikart

December 14, 2013

My thoughts go out to the family.

Ron Chambers

December 14, 2013

Jean and family, Sorry to hear about Rick. We worked together for many years in the shop at EB. Rick was a great guy to work with and a friend to all of us. He will be missed our prayers are with you and the family.

Glen & Lisa Hintze

December 13, 2013

Jean, Glen and I send our heartfelt condolences. We are so sorry to hear of your loss! Keeping you and your family in our prayers during this time. HUGS to you from Florida

The Jay Family

December 13, 2013

Jean,

You are one of the most positive people I know. Hang in there. If you need anything at all, I'm there for you. I'll even sing you some Kokomo. Lots of love to you and your family during this tough time.

Ernie Greco

December 13, 2013

Jeanie,
I'm sorry about the loss of your husband. I learned about Richard's loss from my sister, Donna. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

John Kennedy

December 13, 2013

As I look at our old Edgewood Eagles team photo it is difficult to believe that Richard is gone. My thoughts go out to his entire family.

Sandra {Yattaw] Hoyt

December 13, 2013

So sorry for your family's loss Jean. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Big Hugs .[ member of the class of '71] Sandra D.{Yattaw] Hoyt

Nancy Braxton

December 12, 2013

Mary my dear friend , My heart goes out to you and your family . Sending prayers and love at this time of need. Love you dearly

Rita Gomes

December 12, 2013

Dear Mary , Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Aline Guertin

December 12, 2013

My heart goes out to you and your family Jean. Beautiful pictures. Love you.

Barbara Brisson Hardy

December 12, 2013

Jean, I am so sorry to hear of your husbands death. Please except my deepest sympathy to you and your children. I will keep him and your family in my prayers.

Melissa Theetge-McKee

December 12, 2013

My heart is with you. Always.

HEIDI BROWN

December 12, 2013

Dear Jean and Family,
Sending my deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved husband and Mary for the loss of your dear Brother.
Your in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
May you find comfort in knowing so many care and love your family.

Candy Williams Gauvin

December 12, 2013

Jean, My thought's and prayer's are with you. God Bless!!

December 12, 2013

Your FB photos of the two of you looked so cute. Sad to hear of his passing.
Dawn Nahlik Reynolds

Jean Lesieur

December 12, 2013

Jeannie, I cannot tell you how shocked I am right now. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please call me if I can be of any help while you go through this most difficult time. May your memories help you.

Bob and Debbie Wichert

December 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to you and your faimily. I will keep Rick in my prayers and miss him sorely.

Peggy (Lee) Keegan

December 12, 2013

My deepest condolences to all of you. Richard will be missed by many. I hope all the happy memories you shared with him will help you get through these difficult times.

December 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Cheryl and Ron Colaneri

Gloria (Ines) Paiva Martin

December 12, 2013

Jean & family,
i am so sorry to hear of Richard's passing! Although I grew up on Taft Street, I did not get to know him well until it was time to sell his mom's house there. I was always impressed with what a good, kind-hearted gentleman he was. May your memories give you comfort in this time if sadness. May he rest in Heavenly Peace!

Ed DeJesus

December 12, 2013

Jean, I am sorry.

gina Davis

December 12, 2013

Jean I am saddened to hear of the loss of Your Husband . I met you when working at the YMCA as a teenager and you made a very positive impact on my life and I know even from 30 years ago That you are a very strong person , I will keep you in my Prayers that God will watch over you as you prepare to send Richard back home to Heaven . This is probably one of the hardest things someone has to do in life but know that others are thinking of you . Sending you a Hug from me to you .

Joe Marsella jr.

December 12, 2013

My thoughts and heart go out to the family. Richard was a good man who left us far too soon. May he be at peace.

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