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Victor LaVena Obituary
Born in Providence, a son of the late Luigi and Antonetta (Sanno) LaVena, he lived in East Providence for 60 years.
Mr. LaVena was a custodian and bus monitor for the East Providence School Department for 15 years before retiring in 1985.
Victor was a volunteer at the East Providence Senior Center and a member of the Bishop Hickey Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed going to the beach, playing cards and dancing.
Mr. LaVena was a tail gunner in the United States Navy serving during World War II.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son; Louis A. LaVena of Seekonk, MA, three daughters; Victoria E. Doran of Rehoboth, MA, Nancy N. Doyle of Taunton, MA and Jacqueline B. Rose of East Providence, two brothers; Benito LaVena of North Providence and Anthony LaVena of Cranston, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Nancy Grossi and Frances San Antonio.
His funeral will be held on Wednesday September 3 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNER AL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8:45 am with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret Church, Pawtucket Avenue, Rumford at 10 am. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours are Tuesday 4-8 pm.
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Memories and Condolences
for Victor LaVena
Elise Pansey
September 20, 2008
Vickie, I was saddened when I heard you mention the loss of your Dad. I don't always check in MLS as I should. Please accept my sincere condolences. He sounds like he was a sweet fun loving man. I'm sure you and your family will greatly miss him. Again, I'm so sorry for your loss. Elise
Kimberly Ascenio
September 3, 2008
Uncle Vic,
I went to see you the other day. You looked so sharp,so peaceful. I did miss the sparkle in your eyes and the always welcoming smile and laughter. Seemed so odd not to embrace you as I can not remember ever seeing you and not being hugged. You will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered until we hug again in Heaven. I never got to tell you how Tommy graduated in June , got his license in August and started college on Sept.2. You always asked me how he was and what he was doing and smiled while I told you. Well I guess we will not be doing the updates face to face anymore as you will now know more than I what we are all doing . Guess I'll see you in Heaven some time in the future. Love and Miss You
Gert Bastanzi
September 3, 2008
Dear LeVena Family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I know he is already missed. I know he will remain alive in your hearts and minds forever.
He has gone to be with his beloved heavenly family and will some day greet you with his wonderful smile and open loving arms. You will all be reunited forever. Just think of what a wonderful day that will be. It will strengthen you and give you peace and joy.
He would want you to go on enjoying your life and each other as he had.
Sincerely,
Gert
Stacy Young
September 2, 2008
Dear Nancy and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Liz Messier
September 2, 2008
Lou and Nancy,
Please accept our deepest sympathies at this time.
Love,
Paul & Liz Messier
VICTORIA ROSE
September 2, 2008
VICTORIA
MISSES READING GRANDPA VIC HER STORIES AND PLAYING CARDS WITH HIM. RIDING WITH HIM IN THE CAR. SHE IS VERY SAD NOT TO VISIT HIM ANYMORE.
JACKI ROSE
September 2, 2008
I DIDNT GET TO REALLY KNOW MY DAD UNTIL I STARTED TO TAKE CARE OF HIM.
HE HELPED MY MOTHER THOUGH ALZHIEMERS AND WOULD HAVE NEVER TOLD.
HIS CLOSET WAS NEATLY PACKED, SAVING EVERY CARD AND PICTURE GIVEN TO HIM, WAR TIME LETTERS TO MY MOM, FIRST HAIR CUT OF THE CHILDREN AND GRADCHILDREN AND REPORT CARDS FROM THEM.
HE TOOK A WALK EVERYDAY TO YHE MARKET FOR WHAT EVER ESTHER NEEDED, EVERYONE KNEW HIS ROUTINE, BEEPING AND WAVING.
HE LOVED HIS FAMILY, BEING ITALIAN, BODY SURFING AT THE BEACH (TEACHING ALL OF US).
DANCING WITH MY MOM (THATS HOW THAT MET) HE LOOKED TO ME LIKE DEAN MARTIN (SHARPED DRESSED) I LIKE THESE THING DUE TO THAT.
THERE IS SO MUCH TO SAY ABOUT A MAN OF FEW WORDS, HE WAS DEEP, AND ALWAYS WITH A SMILE, AND A POKE WHEN YOU WALKED BY.
ALWAYS SAY I LOVE YOU-SUDDENLY ITS OVER AND YOU WOULD GLADLY DO IT AGAIN AND MORE....I MISS HIM ALREADY.......
Kimberly Ascenio
August 31, 2008
Lavena Family,
My Deepest Sympathy
for your loss. He was a very special man. I will cherish all my memories of him as I know you will too.
I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Edward J Doyle,Sr
August 30, 2008
Dear Nancy and Ed,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. He enjoyed life to the fullest and for that it was a blessing. He was faithful to the end and for that his reward I'm sure will be in Heaven. My condolences to the entire La Vena Family.
Sherry Rose-Jordan
August 30, 2008
Jackie & family,
My deepest condolences in the loss of your dad. Every time I saw him, he was pleasant and cheerful. I hope that you find comfort knowing that he is in the protection of God's loving embrace. His spirit will be with you always.
Love,
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