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Alice Pontes Obituary
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Diogo and Anna (DeGraca) Mello.
Mrs. Pontes was a jewelery worker for the Trifari Corporation for thirty years retiring in 1982.
She leaves two sons William Perry of New Bedford, Mass., Joseph M. Perry of Hollywood, CA, four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Elizabeth Holzinger and Walter and Joseph Mello.
Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 10AM in the PERRY/MCSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence. Burial will be in Swan Point Cemetery, Blackstone Blvd., Providence. Calling hours Friday 4-7PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Ponte's memory to St. Martha's Church Restoration Fund, 2595 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence, RI 02914 would be deeply appreciated.
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Ron and Virginia Ciccone
July 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are extended to Alice's family. Alice was a thoughtful, considerate friend and good neighbor to those around her. She will be missed.
Anna Ciccone
July 26, 2008
My deepest sympathy in the passing of Alice. She was a wonderful woman and I truly enjoyed working with her for so many years.
Ana Rodrigues-Lopes
July 25, 2008
My deepest sympathies in the passing of your mother. Alice was a sweet woman. My godmother was married to her uncle Jancenio Mello and I have fond memories of Alice & Frank throughout my childhood. May she rest in peace
Dulcieann Mello
July 24, 2008
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