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Deolinda DaPonte Obituary

DaPONTE, DEOLINDA (CORREIRA), 91, of Hope St., died peacefully Monday at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Joseph DaPonte.

She is survived by three daughters Janice Antinucci and Rita DeMello of Bristol and Nancy Berretto of Warren, grandchildren, Maria Stalzer, Joseph Antinucci Jr., Michael Antinucci, Domenic Antinucci, Trina DeMello; 15 great grandchildren. She was sister of the late Manuel, Joseph, John Correira, Mary Palma, Frances Rebello, Clara Faraone.

She was a lifelong Bristol resident, talented seamstress and homemaker. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Sodality of St. Elizabeth Church.

Funeral Thursday 9 AM, Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood St. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting Hours Wednesday 4-8 PM at the George Lima Funeral Home, 367 High Street. Donations in her memroy may be made to: Bristol Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 775, Bristol, RI 02809 or RI Community Food Bank, 200 Niantic Ave., Providence, RI 02904.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 29, 2008.

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Paul & Marie Borges

July 30, 2008

Nancy, Paul & I are so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Remember that she is now in the loving arms of Jesus. I know how you loved her and what a wonderful daughter you were. Knowing that you were always there when she needed you should bring you some comfort. I will be here for you if only to talk, sometimes this helps. I feel so lucky to have you back in my life as a true friend, and hope that you are here to stay. Love you, Paul & Marie

Irene Ferreira

July 30, 2008

Nancy - I am so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I know how hard it must be for you right now. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Irene and family

Jim Reulbach

July 29, 2008

Nancy,
My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim

Maureen Lee

July 29, 2008

Nancy,
My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time of loss.

Denise Gagne

July 29, 2008

Nancy, I am very sorry for your family's loss.

Robert Pirri

July 29, 2008

Nancy: Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family on the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. You were a great daughter; she was as fortunate to have you as you were to have her. Best regards, Julie and Rob Pirri.

Nannette Hanoian

July 29, 2008

Nancy:
You are in my thoughts. Please accept my condolences.

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