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Gertrude D'Abrosca Obituary

D'ABROSCA, GERTRUDE E., 83, a long time resident of East Greenwich, passed away July 21, 2008. She was the wife of the late John P. D'Abrosca.

Born in Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Mathilda (Boulet) LeBeau.

She is survived by her sons: John P. Jr., Michael J. and Thomas M. D'Abrosca; siblings: Theresa Ferrette of E. Greenwich and Leo LeBeau of Sun City, FL; and three grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Peter J. D'Abrosca, CFD and sister of the late Irene Valerian.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mercy Church, Fourth Ave., E. Greenwich. Burial will be private. Calling hours Wednesday 5-8 p.m. at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Home & Hospice Care of RI.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 22, 2008.

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Nancy Dee

July 27, 2008

Dear D'Abrosca Family,
We are very saddened over the loss of your beloved mother/grandmother. She lived a full life, enriched in abundance with the love of family and friends, and she lives on in the hearts and memories of the loving children and grandchildren who remain to carry on her legacy. Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow, and we wish for you healing and peace.
With very much love,
Nancy and Tom and all the Dee-Zees

Andrea & Dean Kenny

July 27, 2008

Dear Michael and family,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing she is at peace.

Alan Baker

July 24, 2008

Dear John,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Praying that God will comfort you through this time of your life.
Our Love,
Alan, Mary, and children

Sharyn&John Soth

July 22, 2008

Dearest Michael & Family,
We all send our sincere condolences to you and wish you just sweet memories of your Mother.

Gail Buffi

July 22, 2008

Dear John and family,

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. God Bless.

Buff

Lt Col & Mrs Michael Comstock

July 22, 2008

We offer our condolences and prayers for the peace and comfort of your family during this most difficult time.

David Dee

July 22, 2008

Dear D'Abrosca family,
Our condolences on Gertrude's passing. We know how loved she was as a mother, grandmother, sister and wife. Who she was is reflected in the wonderful family she leaves behind. You know how much your family means to me and to my family, so know that we feel your loss with you. We love you.
Love, David, Olivia and Luca

Sue LeBeau

July 22, 2008

John, Michael, Tom, and Aunt Tess,

Sincere sympathies. I know this is not an easy time but know that you are all in my prayers.

Chris & Maryanne Brennan

July 22, 2008

Dear John, Tom & Michael,

We were very sad to hear about the passing of your mother. I never really knew your mom until I started the golf tournament for Peter and then I got to know how special she was.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Sincerely,

Mark Thompson

July 22, 2008

Michael and family -- My condolences on the passing of your mother.

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