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Claire Overwood Obituary
Born in Fall River, MA, a daughter of Arthur Turcotte of Swansea, MA and the late Melvina (Chavary) Turcotte, she lived in Riverside for 35 years. Mrs. Overwood was a stockroom clerk for the former Trifari Jewelry Mfg. for 20 years before retiring in 1996. Claire was a member of Martha Washington Chapter #18 Order of the Eastern Star.
Besides her father she is survived by a daughter; Gail Ann Broffman of Mount Washington, Kentucky, Brian Overwood, Steven Overwood, Gary Overwood and Scott Overwood, all of East Providence, a sister; Carol Leveque of Assonet, MA and four grandchildren. She was the grandmother of the late Keith Overwood.
Her funeral will be held on Monday July 21, 2008 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 7:45 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 9 am. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours are Sunday 6-8 p.m.
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brenda dooley (rugg)
July 21, 2008
so sorry to here about your mother passing she was like a second mother when i was a kid. my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bruce & Betty Boyes
July 20, 2008
We are deeply saddened by your Mom's passing. We had many long years of friendship and great times together and we will never forget that. Please accept our deepest sympathy to you all and your Grandfather.
Rick, Cheryl, and Ricky O'Neill
July 19, 2008
Sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. You're all in our thoughts and prayers.
Howie & Sandy Walton
July 19, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Claires passing, we spent many happy times together in scouting.
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