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Lois Hawkes Obituary
Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Doris (Whillans) Crowe. Mrs. Hawkes was a Customer Service Representative for AAA, Cranston Office for twenty years until her retirement. She was a member of the Cranston Christian Fellowship Church and the Cranston Senior Center.
She is survived by her two daughters, Deborah A. Riley and her husband Gordon of Smithfield and Donna M. Hawkes of Gray, Maine. Mrs. Hawkes was the grandmother of Leanne H. Riley, Stephanie L. Fitzmorris, Jamie F. Riley and Gordon A. Riley, Jr. and the great-grandmother of Adrian. She was the sister of Joan Perry of Cranston.
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday afternoon, September 7, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. in the Cranston Christian Fellowship Church, 1114 Scituate Avenue, Cranston. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Cranston Christian Fellowship Church, Building Fund, 1114 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921. Visit www.nardolillo.com for information and online condolences.
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Debra Cicchelli
September 9, 2008
My sincere condolences to everyone.I lived on Appleton St. and went to CCF for a few years.
Lois was a wonderful woman. When I could not take care of my dog, Strange,due to the birth of my daughter back in 1977, she gladly accepted him into her home.He had a great life with her and her mom. God's love truly shone through Lois so I am sure he has prepared a place for her by His side.
Richard Tombello
September 8, 2008
Dear Donna & Debbie,
I was very saddened to read about the loss of your mother. Though I never knew her well, I remember her as a kind and gentle person. I know she loved both of you very much! She even put up with my dog Brutus! I'm sure you remember him. I think he spent almost as much time running amok in her house (ie. up and down the stairs) with both of you than he did in my house! May the loving memories you have of her sustain the both of you during this difficult time.
Richard Tombello (Wakefield, RI)
Sherri & Milton Araujo
September 6, 2008
Dear Joan & Family:
Our deepest condolences for your loss. We have been her neighbor for a few years and will certainly miss talking with her over the fence. She had so many wonderful stories about our neighborhood and of course her family. We know we will never be able to replace such a wonderful neighbor as she. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ronald Stevens
September 6, 2008
Debbie & Donna,
It seems like so long ago when I met you and your mother at Cranston Presbyterian. She was a genuine person, with a great heart and love for her family and her Saviour. May the knowledge of her now in the presence of the Lord give you peace.
One day we'll all meet up there.
nancy robitaille
September 6, 2008
debbie and gordon, we're very sorry to hear of your mom's passing away. although we haven't spoken since we moved to florida i think of our neighbors often. we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. nancy.
Patsy Frost
September 6, 2008
Our sympathies in the loss of your mother. May you know that she is safe in the Lord's loving hands now with no more worries or fears.
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