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Charles Rooney Obituary
Born in Providence a son of the late William and Katherine (Hurley) Rooney. He served in the US Navy during WWII. Mr. Rooney worked for the US Postal service for 30 years. He was a member of the American Legion and the Knights of Columbus.
Besides his wife he is survived by a daughter, Karen A. Nutini and her husband Thomas of West Warwick, and a grandson, Jason Nutini. He was the brother of Margaret Smith and the late Richard and William Rooney.
Funeral will be Sat. at 8:30 am from the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick, with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Church, 66 Church Street, West Warwick, at 9:30 am. Calling hours Fri. 4-7 PM. Burial with military honors at the RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island Chapter, 245 Waterman Street, Providence, RI 02906, or Home & Hospice Care of RI, 143 Main Street, Wakefield, RI 02879. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.
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Carolyn& Bill Farnum
June 27, 2008
TO; Beverly,Karen, and family; We'll remember Charlie for his jolly manner and super smile, a great guy!! With deepest sympathy fromCarolyn & Bill Farnum
ROBYN BROWN
June 26, 2008
MRS.ROONEY; I'M SORRY ABOUT CHARLIE. I DIDN'T TAKE CARE OF HIM BUT HE SEEMED LIKE A VERY NICE MAN. MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND KEEP IN SAFE. ROBYN BROWN-- NURSE AT SOUTHKINGSTOWN NSG.
Jayne and George Parker
June 26, 2008
Karen and Family
We are so sorry about your dad. Our prayers are with you.
Craig Enos
June 26, 2008
Karen -
I know it's been quite a long journey for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dave, Debbie, David & Courtney Creta
June 26, 2008
To the Nutini Family,
So sorry for your loss...Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time in your lives!
(Friends from Our Lady of Mercy School)
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