Louise A. (Staplin) Osborne, beloved wife, for 34 years, of Ronald R. Osborne, of Ward Avenue, Westerly, passed away at R.I. Hospital in Providence on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014, at the age of 74.
Born in Westerly, she was a daughter of the late William A., Sr. and Anna Staplin.
Louise worked as a receptionist at Wood River Health Services for many years. After retiring, she especially enjoyed spending time gardening. Louise was a member of the Westerly Elks Lodge BPOE #678 and the Amancio-Gacccione Falcone VFW Post Auxillary.
In addition to her husband, she will be greatly missed by her son, William A. Gardiner and wife Mary of Hampton, VA; daughter, Sheryl DiFormato and husband Steven of Richmond; and step daughters, Christine Lamphere of Westerly and Deborah Osborne of Warwick. She also leaves behind four sisters, Rita Belyea of Florida, Patricia Debigare of Ashaway, Diane Gillam of Bradford and Gail Lee of West Kingston; seven grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Louise was predeceased by two stepsons, Kenneth and Gregory Osborne; a brother, William A. Staplin, Jr., and a sister, Virginia F. Staplin.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Funeral service and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Relay For Life at www.relayforlife.org, in Louise's memory. For online condolences, please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Dear Rita, Patty, Diane and Gail,
Praying for you and the family with the loss of your sister, Louise. God Bless, Rena Harrison Fullerton
Rena Harrison Fullerton
February 19, 2014
Staplin and Osborne Family's,
So sorry to learn of Louise passing we grew up together in the Village of White Rock. Her dad owned the house my family lived in. We rode the school bus together back in the fifty's and sixty. We graduated from WHS Louise in 58 and me in 57. The memories from White Rock will remain with lots of family's that grew up the Village. Rest in peace Louise you left a foot print for your family to follow.
Lt. Ret Byron Benny Brown WPD
and the Brown Family from White Rock.
February 17, 2014
Dear Ron & Family:
We are so sorry to hear about Louise. We will always remember her positive and happy attitude. She will be
missed.
Vinny and Annette Delmore
February 16, 2014
TO RON AND FAMILY OUR DEEPEST REGRET
RAY& JO-ANN
February 15, 2014
Dear Dee and Sherri, So sorry for your loss. Know that I am thinking of both of you. Stay strong , lean on your family and friends. They will be there for you. With love, Janice Buck
February 15, 2014
Ron & family. All of Louise's sisters & her children & families. Especially Sherri, Steve, Steven & Jen. We send our deepest condolences during these vey difficult times.
Bob & Jan
February 15, 2014
Heart felt sympathy to the family.
Many good memories.
God Bless.
Mike Gentile
February 15, 2014
Ron and Family, Louise truly had the biggest heart and kindest soul. Her love of life and family as well as her smiles and laughter will surely be missed.
Misty Nunes
February 15, 2014
Louise, You were a precious pen pal sharing your many trials and tribulations as you helped guide me through the dilemmas of my medical condition.
Steve Buecher
February 14, 2014
Dear Sherri, Steve, Jen, and Stevie D Iam so sorry for your loss. Stay strong she is in a better place. Love Peg
February 14, 2014
Dear Sherri, Jen,Steven and Steve I am so sorry for your loss. Stay strong Love Peg.
February 14, 2014
Many years ago we all grew-up in White Rock. Gus K. tom L. Dale G. Nila S. Benny B. Shirley B. and so many others. Her Mother/Father we nice people and her Brother Billy. We all had good times everybody had a birthday party each year. Went all through school with Louise. God Bless the Staplin's and Osborne's family. Louise God will watch over your family until you meet again. God Bless your Husband just remember the good times together and you will meet again in Heaven. She is safe in Gods Hands no more pain or sorrow.
God Bless her friend's she left behind remember all the memories and happy times.
Always a friend
Carol
Carol Burdick
February 14, 2014
Two words describe Louise...True Grit. She was aforce of nature with a kind and caring heart. She was a true good friend and a true Elk. Chuck and I will miss her.
Theresa Watson
February 14, 2014
Louise had a generous spirit and kind heart. She used both to help many in her time on earth. She is dancing in Heaven now, no pain, no worries. Those left behind will see her again in God's own time. I loved her and give thanks for a truly wonderful mother-in-law.
Mary O'Donnell/Gardiner
February 13, 2014
RON and Family: Deepest sympathy on the loss of Louise. She was truly a remarkable, kind and generous woman. She touched the hearts of all who knew her. Out thoughts to you and we will keep Louise in our prayers.
Ellen & Ted Warzecha
February 13, 2014
Dee, Gayle, Ron and the Staplin/Osborne families...I am so sorry to hear of Louise's passing. We met through Dee, and I worked with Louise at Wood River many years ago, and her mom, Anna, even MORE years ago at Grants. Louise had quick wit and a way with all she came in contact with. I know she will be missed, but keep her love in your hearts and she will never really be gone. God rest her soul, and may He comfort you all during this difficult time.
Maryann LaFlamme Dodd
February 13, 2014
Ron and family,
I am going to miss seeing Louise - she always brightened up the room. I am happy that I got to see her on our shared birthday - she was always so cheerful. My condolences to you and your family.
Heather St.Clair
February 13, 2014
Ron and Family, so sorry for your loss. Louise was a great soul and will miss her smiling face.
Gayle Kimball
February 13, 2014
So glad to have known such a special person and will miss her.
Carolyn and Norm
February 13, 2014
sorry to read this.
louise and ron very good friends.
bob and wewoka.
February 13, 2014
Louise was one of the most kind-hearted and dedicated people I've ever met. She was a true Elk. I feel privileged to have known her. She will be sorely missed. Thoughts & prayers. John & Ann Fiore
John & Ann Fiore
February 13, 2014
Ron and family so sorry for your loss we will all miss her she was a true and and dear friend .I will sadly miss her we had great times together.A true friend
February 13, 2014
My sincere sympathies to Ron, Artie and Sheri and all of the Staplin sisters. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Trish (Jenkins) Sisson
February 13, 2014
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