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Richard Brunelle Obituary
Born in Pawtucket a son of the late Adelard and Noella (Tetreault) Brunelle, he was a lifelong resident of the city. Dick was the owner-operator of Brunelle Crane Service of Pawtucket for thirty years. He was a member of Local 57 Operating Engineers of Providence and a member of the Edgewood Yacht Club of Cranston and was a communicant of St. Theresa Church, Pawtucket.
Survivors: besides his loving wife Ida, he leaves five sons, Raymond Brunelle of Rehoboth, Mass., Robert Brunelle of Fall River, Mass. David Brunelle of Pawtucket, Donald Brunelle of Seekonk, Mass., and Scott Brunelle of Pawtucket. He also leaves a brother. Normand Brunelle of Pawtucket, and 9 grandchildren.
His Funeral will be held Friday at 9:00 A.M. from the LACHAPELLE FUNERAL HOME, 643 Main St., Pawtucket with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Theresa Church, Newport Ave., Pawtucket at 10:00 A.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. His life will be celebrated with calling hours Thursday from 5-8 P.M. For directions and guestbook visit: www.lachapellefh.com Interment will follow in the family lot in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be made to the Rhode Island Heart Assn., 222 Richmond St., Prov., RI 02903.
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for Richard Brunelle
shelly corbishley
September 14, 2008
Mrs B, Cheryl, Scott, my little munckin Scott, and all the Brunelle boys and families, The loss of your Dad has touched our hearts, please hold tight to your family, and your best memories. Mr. B, I will keep saving the quarters for the pool ! Love to all, Don and Shelly
David Desjardins
September 12, 2008
Scott, I am very sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
George Normand
September 11, 2008
Normand and Dot,
Our Deepest condolences.
George and Janine Normand
Madeline LaRose
September 11, 2008
Dear Ida, and Family: My deepest Condolences. May Our Dear Lord Comfort each and everyone of you, as only He can....May He give you the strength and courage to carry on. A Friend Always, Bunny
Ray Schenck
September 11, 2008
Dear Bob & family, we're so sorry for the loss of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We're right next door if you need anything. Love your neighbors Ray & Robin.
DonnaJohnHaleyJohn Birt
September 10, 2008
To the Richard Brunelle family.
To Dave, Ann, Jay, and dear Kristen,
So sorry to hear this news. May the love of God and those who surround you, ease your way in this difficult time.
The Birt Family
September 10, 2008
To The Brunelle Family,
Our deepest regrets for your loss,
your friends at the Bank,
Michelle, Joan, Sandy, David, Jody, Karen, Regina and Fred
Raymond & Signe Cooper
September 10, 2008
Dear Scott, and the rest of the Brunelle family.
We want to let you know that your in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.
Karen (Early) Jones
September 10, 2008
To the Brunelle Family,
My brother Pete just sent me an email about Mr. Brunelle. I just wanted to reach out and express my sympathy. I have so many pictures in my mind right now of all of us hanging out in the the neighborhood. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Lori LaFlamme
September 10, 2008
Mrs. Brunelle and family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. It has been a pleasure to do business with Dick and he will be surely missed. I am truly sorry for your loss.
September 10, 2008
To the Brunelle Family:
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Regards,
Deb West
Bob White
September 10, 2008
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Brunelle family. It was my pleasure to do business with dick and his sons for many years.
Melissa Gay
September 10, 2008
Mrs. Brunelle, Scott, Cheryl & the rest of the family, We are so sorry for your loss. All I can say is to try and think of the happy times you shared w/ him, and know that he is at peace now and no longer in any pain or discomfort. We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Cheryl & Scott, we are here for you always!!! Love, Melissa, Herb & Jenna
Sherrie Kuzdeba
September 10, 2008
Ida, Ray and Family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Husband and father. He was a great man and will be missed.
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