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Delor Cabral Obituary

CABRAL, DELOR "DEAN" M. 78, of Ontario St., passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence surrounded by his children. He was the beloved father of Robert Cabral of Malibu, CA, Deana M. (Cabral) Eva of Providence and Isabella Pena also of Providence, son of the late Manuel & Silvinia (Macedo) Cabral. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal on May 3, 1935 he immigrated to America at an early age and settled in Providence where he eventually opened Dean's Variety, worked as a Deputy Sheriff and ran for State Representative, he also served in the US Air Force Military Police. Dean will be forever remembered by those whom he loved and those that love him. Besides his children he is survived by his brothers, Norbert and his wife Elizabeth of Seekonk, Robert and his wife Cecilia of Fox Point, his sister Ida and her husband Ken McKenna also of Fox Point, his granddaughter Sierra Nicole Eva, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. He was also the brother of the late Lena and Julieta. His funeral will begin Saturday at 8:45am from the Rebello Funeral Home and Crematory, 901 Broadway, East Providence, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Traverse St., Providence. Military honors and burial will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, 5-8pm. www.rebellofuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 6, 2013.

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Donna Fontaine

October 31, 2024

I'll always remember Dean has the must caring father and grandfather

Donna Fontaine

October 31, 2022

Your are very very missed.

JUST A STRANGER

November 30, 2013

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. THANK YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY. I DO NOT KNOW THIS FAMILY BUT I WANTED TO SAY I HOPE YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR MEMORIES WITH YOUR LOVED ONE.I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS.

Eileen Gomes

November 20, 2013

To Dean's children I send prayers and hope that your memories will fill your hearts and make the grief softer. Your Dad was a man of pleasure, and lots of fun. I knew him since I was very young and he helped me through a lot of sadness in my life. I will miss him forever.

Nellie Souto

November 20, 2013

My darling daughter & Robert,
Your father was a wonderful man & loved you both very much. He left a mark so deep in the both of your hearts that the road is going to be a hard one.
May you find peace & love in the memories you both cherish.
All my love
Mom

November 19, 2013

The day's don't get any easier.
The door bell rings, the barking of the dog I look up and think it might be you, it's not. Missing you!

November 14, 2013

you will never be forgotten, my dearest friend.

Filomena Nazario

November 13, 2013

Rest in Peace my dear friend.

Gone but not forgotten.

Missing you always.

Sergio Fres

November 11, 2013

Descansa em Paz! From Portugal,

Debbie Mello DeOrsey

November 11, 2013

Bobby, so sorry to hear about your brothers tragic death. My deepest sympathy to you & your family!

November 11, 2013

THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! REST IN PEACE.

JAMES KRIEG

November 10, 2013

ROBERT,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FATHER'S DEATH.MAY GOD BLESS HIM.

Barbara Lima

November 10, 2013

So Sorry to hear about Dean's passing. We only have great memories of Dean in the area. Our deepest sympanthy

Paula Silveira Haidar

November 10, 2013

So sorry to hear about this. All my cavities came from Dean's Variety Store. Our prayers for his soul and for the family.
Paula Silveira

Joann Opielawski

November 10, 2013

Ida and family
I am very sorry for your loss. He is with God now. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.

Beverly Mooradian

November 10, 2013

Dean was a wonderful person. I'm so sad to hear about his death. I was just asking about him to someone a couple of months ago. We've all been to "Dean's" at one time or another if you came from Fox Point. R.I.P. Dean.

Judy Cabral Flynn

November 9, 2013

Dean was a quiet gentleman who I remember putting up with us as we went in and out of Dean's Variety. We were just a bunch of young teens that made that are little stomping grounds. He always tried us with kindness. May you Rest in Peace Dean.

Nellie & Ronnie Souto

November 9, 2013

Well Dean it's over! never to see your face or hear your voice, how will so many people that love you handle that? you had a send off to heaven like the one you deserve. Your children did a wonderful job, they love and will miss you so very much. Sierra sent you a note please be sure to read it. You are a wonderful man.
Please rest in peace! you deserve it.

Phyllis Pacheco

November 9, 2013

To the Cabral and Simas families, I send my sincere condolences to you all.For many years Dean was a visible presence in Fox Point, he was a role model for many. May he rest in peace.

Tara, Chris, Nina & Lila Belle Lautieri

November 8, 2013

Deana & Sierra,
May you find peace and comfort in the memories that you have made over the years. He will forever live in your hearts. No words will ever help take the the pain you feel, but know we love you both.

Marilyn Jones

November 8, 2013

"I AM NOT A BODY, I AM FREE',
FOR I AM STILL AS GOD CREATED ME."
This saying was always a comfort for me I hope it is for you.
Great memories are a blessing with your loved one. god bless.
Marilyn Jones

November 8, 2013

may the good lord keep you safe till we meet again.

Earl & susan Godfrey

November 8, 2013

My dearest friend Dean, there are no words that can compare to the way I am feeling right now. you are one of the kindest man I have ever known.
My heart will always be with you.

May you rest in peace my friend.

eileen M Correia/Gomes

November 8, 2013

My friend Dean we had lots of history together since I was sixteen, lots of laughs at your store and some sad times when you conforted me. I will always remember my 50 th birthday when you drove to Little Compton and brought me my crystal sleigh I put it out every Christmas. I will always love you my friend and I know your in a better place with the Lord dancing on the streets of gold Miss you
Love Eileen

Carol DeFeciani

November 8, 2013

They don't make them like Dean Cabral anymore. What a real man - kind, caring, considerate, brave. One from the great generation. Thank you, Dean, for being such a good neighbor. You will be sorely missed in Elmwood. May you rest in peace.

Laura Eleazer

November 7, 2013

There is nothing that can make this pain go away but knowing you are no longer suffering provides a little bit of comfort in this very difficult time for all of us.

Thank you for all you've done for me and so many others. This is not goodbye, but until we meet again...with much love, Laura

Laura Cimalore

November 7, 2013

You have always been there as a friend and helped my family through some very difficult times. I am glad that I was able to be there to provide some comfort especially the last week when I had a chance to wipe away tears or rub your stomach. In some small way I feel I did something to pay you back for all you've done for me over the years. Rest in peace my friend...love, Laura

David & Laura Dias

November 7, 2013

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

Lisa Costa (Cabral)

November 7, 2013

Norbert, Izzy, and Family,
We are very sorry about the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

November 7, 2013

MY DEAREST FRIEND. THE GOOD LORD WILL TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOU BECAUSE "YOU ARE THE BEST"

cindy landon

November 7, 2013

Dear Robert, Deana & Isabella,
Although I had only met him a couple of times, I could tell he was a kind and gentle soul. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that the love that you shared
will always be with you.
Love is forever...

lorrie attalla

November 7, 2013

May you est in Peace. You leave behind three beautiful amazing children. I am sad I didn't get to know you.

November 7, 2013

REST IN PEACE

donna bass

November 7, 2013

Forever in my prayers rest in peace

irene berard

November 7, 2013

When you had dean for a friend you were truly blessed he was a friend for life a wonderful person you will be forever missed and never forgotten

dominick

November 7, 2013

who ever had you in there life was truly blessed you was a great man and will be truly missed god bless you and rest in peace

Irene Berard

November 7, 2013

who had you in there life was truly blessed you was a great man and will be truly missed and will never be forgotten love always rest in peace

irene berard

November 7, 2013

who ever had you in there life was truly blessed you was a great man and you will be truly missed you will always be in my thoughts i love you and will miss you and be loved

Carl, Debbie Andersen

November 6, 2013

He is in the Heaven's where he will feel only peace, love and warmth. You touched so many people, who thought the world of you. I will miss those homemade Strawberry Waffle Breakfasts'.
Our condolences to the whole Cabral Family.

November 6, 2013

We extend our deepest sympathies to your family during this most difficult time......our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Don, Hillary, & Charlotte Williamson

lenore dias- thistle

November 6, 2013

Rest in peace uncle dean if the world had more people like you it would be a better place

Ronnie & Nellie Souto

November 6, 2013

Deana, you, your mother and your father came into my life 32 yrs. ago. He has always been a true, kind and gentleman. when he worked for me he never complained about anything I asked him to do. I will truly miss him. Rest in peace my friend and thank you for all you did for us.

Rob (Bobby) Simas

November 6, 2013

Deana & Robert, Like many others have said, Uncle Dean was truly a good person. I grew up looking up to him. he gave me advice, took me to see my first movie, offered me his home when I had no place to go, and those are just some of the things he did for me. he was always ready to help anyone. And everyone respected and looked up to him. I will miss uncle Dean, and should you ever need anything at all, just let me know and Ill be there.

Linda Simas

November 6, 2013

Till we meet again, I just want everyone to know what has been in my heart through my entire life. You were my father figure, my displinary, my path setter for what lied ahead in this world.
My greatest childhood memories were spent with you, and the patience and attention you showed surpasses that of any other.
To leave this world in a subtle way was not your fortè, you didn't need to think twice when someone was in need, you are my real life super hero.
Love you Titi Dean till we meet again.

Theresa Praski

November 6, 2013

Compadre,
My heart is breaking with the thought that I will never see or speak to you again. I miss you already & I will always love you. Thank you for always being there when I needed you & for all those special moments we shared. When I picked you for Melissa's godfather, I picked the very best. My everlasting respect, friendship & love forever.
Love Commard

Anthony Bailey

November 6, 2013

I had the pleasure to work with Dean years ago and he was a true gentleman and a very caring man.

Veronica Rocha

November 6, 2013

dear Ida so sorry for your loss he was such a good person i had lots fun with him when he worked with me in Demmler jewelery company.Deepest sympathy veronica

Sheila Reyes

November 6, 2013

Deana, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your father was and will always be remembered as a wonderful person. Though there are no right words anyone can say right now to ease your pain always know that you carry his legacy and memories with you and he will be in your heart forever. Dean you will be missed........with love, Sheila Reyes

Donna Fontaine

November 6, 2013

Dean rest in peace you truly deserve to

Donna Fontaine

November 6, 2013

Deana I am very sorry for your loss he was a very nice man and a great father to you and grandfather to Sierra. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

The beauty of nature. As Dean loved photos I send this in his memory.

Filomena Nazario

November 6, 2013

To Ida & Family, My deepest sympathy and sorrow for the loss of your great and wonderful brother. Dean was an incredible person, someone who was alaways there to land a hand to help others in need whatever the circumstances. He'll be sadly missed and life will never be the same without him. My heart goes to his children and may God comfort all of you in this time of grief. I will cherish and treasure the memories. God bless

Jen Wood

November 6, 2013

Deana,
Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Ray & Jen

dominick dias jr

November 6, 2013

Deana i am so sorry for your loss.this is a very sad day.i love you

Donna Waycott

November 6, 2013

My thoughts and Prayers are with you Deana & Robert and your family. He will be missed dearly. Rest in Peace Dean.

Nellie Souto

November 6, 2013

Good by friend! you will always be in my heart forever, I will miss you everyday.
you made so many people happy in heaven and left so many sad people behind.

TOBY POTTER

November 6, 2013

TO IDA & KEN MCKENNA,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. LOVE, TOBY POTTER & LOIS & STEPHEN GREENE

Ken & Jo-Anne Santos

November 6, 2013

Norbert,Elizabeth & family,

So sorry for the loss of your brother. He was a wonderful man, and may he rest in peace.

Sincerely, Ken & Jo-Anne Santos

Michael Battey

November 6, 2013

Deana and family; My office staff and I were so very saddened to hear of the loss of Dean. When we last spoke, there seemed to be hope. He was truly a good man and his last actions reflect that. We will miss him at our office and will pray for your family.

Plumb 3rd Charles

November 6, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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