Arthur W. Silva

Arthur Silva Obituary

SILVA, ARTHUR W., 78, of Montana Ave., passed away at Kent Hospital on Wednesday, July 2, 2008. He was the husband of Virginia (Irving) Silva for 39 years. Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late Manuel & Cecelia (Cardosa) Silva.

Arthur, a resident of Coventry over 45 years, worked in Housekeeping at Kent Hospital for 15 years, retiring 1994.

He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Arthur enjoyed his family, his dogs; Flossie & Memphis, and gardening.

He was the father of Lisa M. (Silva) Jawo and husband, Sanna, of Coventry and Christopher J. Silva and wife, Crystal, of NH. Brother of Pearl Gagnon, John, Anthony Silva, and the late Tina Moniz, Ray, Frank, David, & Rose Silva. Also survived by 3 grandsons, 6 granddaughters and 2 great grandsons.

His funeral will be Monday at 8 am from the Robert A. Iannotti Funeral Home, 415 Washington St.,(Rte.117), Coventry, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 am in St. Anthony Church. Burial with Military Honors in RI Veterans Cemetery. Visiting hours Sunday 4 -8 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to VNA Hospice of Care NE, 51 Health Ln., Warwick, RI 02886 will be appreciated.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Silva

12 Entries

Lorie Grenier

July 11, 2008

Aunt Ginny,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I found out just yesterday. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer Grenier

July 11, 2008

Auntie Ginny & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your lost.sorry I couldn't make it to the wake.May god find you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Ruth Comer

July 10, 2008

Dear Ginny, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will pray for you and family to find Gods special peace and strength to be with you through this sad time.

John and Denise Ricci (Ann's daughter)

July 8, 2008

Dear Ginny, Lisa and Family
we are so sorry for your loss. May God bless all of you in this time of sorrow.

Shane Metivier

July 7, 2008

Ginny, Lisa, And Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. We wish you peace and contentment as you continue the thoughts of the lives he touched. He will be missed.
Love Shane, Lisa, Josh and Issabella.

Patricia Santos

July 7, 2008

Ginny and Lisa, I am so sorry I could not have been there with you both at this time. I wish you peace and hope you are able to lean on one another. If there is any thing I can do for either of you let me know. Will be praying for all of you and will call soon. God Bless you all. Love your sister Pat in California and your Aunt Lisa. Love ya lots Me

Linda Martin

July 6, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Pamela Yantorn

July 5, 2008

Dear Aunt Ginny & Lisa,
So sorry for the loss of your husband and Father. My Prayers are with you all at your time of loss.Love Ya Pammy (Irving ) Yantorn Niece in California

steve grenier

July 5, 2008

Auntie Ginny, sorry too hear about Uncle passing.Hope GOD can give you and your Family strength in this time of sorrow. Love Mr&Mrs Steven Grenier & Family

steven grenier

July 5, 2008

Auntie Ginny, sorry too hear about uncle passing hope GOD! gives you and your family the strength in this time of sorrow. Love, Mr&Mrs Steven Grenier& Family

Toni Barnes

July 5, 2008

Uncle Art I will Miss you. You were a loving father and a great Uncle.
May you Rest in Peace.
Love Toni

Linda Martin (Grover)

July 5, 2008

Aunt Gin; Please know that I wish I could be there with you in this sad time. My heart goes out to you. Uncle Arc was one of a kind. He will be deeply missed.

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