Richard E. Charpentier

Richard Charpentier Obituary

CHARPENTIER, RICHARD E., 61, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Lorri J. (Sirois) Charpentier for 26 years.

Born in Providence, a son of the late Clarence E. and Lydia F. (Galasso) Charpentier, he resided in Pawtucket before moving to Seekonk in 1983. Dick was a graduate of Pawtucket West High School and Roger Williams College. He was a Vietnam Era Army veteran. Dick was a Territory Manager for Organica Biotech and was previously employed by Lebanon Seaboard. He loved playing guitar and was an extraordinary singer. Dick was an avid boater, Yankees fan and enjoyed working in his yard.

Besides his wife he leaves two sons, Bradford Charpentier of Seekonk and Richard Charpentier of Jacksonville, IL; one daughter, Sherri Perkins of San Jose, CA; one sister, Sandra Morin of Massachusetts and four grandchildren, Hazel and Wyatt Perkins and Conrad and Alexandre Charpentier.

His funeral will be held Monday at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m.in St. Mary Church, Coyle Dr., Seekonk. Interment will follow at Swan Point Cemetery, Providence. VISITATION will be Sunday 3 to 6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to the American Diabetes Assoc., 222 Richmond St., Suite 204, Providence, RI 02903 or the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 would be appreciated. www.Tripp FuneralHome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Aug. 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Charpentier

9 Entries

Betty Caplette

August 19, 2008

Lorri and brad,I am so sorry for your loss.I will keep the two of you in my prayers.

Steven Calef

August 18, 2008

Expressions of sympathy are just the beginning of a long list of thoughts I have about Dick. Having known Dick for some 35 years, I know his presence in this industry will be missed by all. His love for boating and family often gave us a chance to get away from talking shop. My employees here at Corliss Bros. share in my thoughts of loss. Together we wish the family the best through this difficult time.

The Aguiar Family Aguiar

August 17, 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

Mike Skillin

August 17, 2008

We at Skillin's Greenhouses in Maine are shocked to hear of Dick's passing. He was always a big help to us and very encouraging. We will miss him very much and wish God's blessings to him and you his family.

We will miss not seeing him this fall at some of the trade shows and will miss his visits.

Mark Zambarano

August 16, 2008

Lorri and Brad,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dick's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mark,Kristen, and Kids.

Dawn Gregory

August 16, 2008

Dear Lorri, Iam so sorry to hear of your husbands' passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.God Bless you and your family.

With deep sympathy, your friend Dawn Gregory(Formerly from oncology, now on TCU 11-7.

Larry & Laura Baldino

August 15, 2008

Charpentier Family:
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to you in this difficult time. Dick was a wonderful person who will be sorely missed.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love,

Bill Berry

August 15, 2008

Sorry for your loss.

PATRICIA BERRY

August 15, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Dick's passing. He was a man of many talents and he loved so many things. My deepest condolences to Lorri and Brad who provided such a wonderful family life for him and to his other children as well at such a difficult time. My deepest sympathy and bless you all through your sadness.

Pat Berry and Family..

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