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Michael Tarvis Obituary
Born in Providence, a son of Michael W. and Samantha J. (Arbour) Tarvis of Riverside, he was a lifelong resident of Riverside.
Mr. Tarvis was a stock clerk for Price Right Inc. of Seekonk. He served in the United States Army.
Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother; Marc Barchie of Riverside, a step-sister; Holly Barchie of Providence, a step-brother; Andrew Barchie of Coventry, grandmothers; Ellen Manchester and Sharon Lizotte, both of Riverside and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
His funeral service will be held Thursday September 18 in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 11 a.m. Calling hours are Thursday morning 9-11 a.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Tarvis
Joy Miranda
September 26, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bethany MacDonald
September 22, 2008
Sam & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss! Michael will be greatly missed! He was a wonderful person with a great heart! You will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Jennie
September 21, 2008
Michael,
I don't know if I will ever be able to except the events that took place this past week. We were raised to be brother and sister, and we definitely acted like it. You were always protective of me, as I was of you. We bickered and kicked the crap out of each other since we could walk, but at the end of the day, we knew we were family, and that we loved each other. I got a tattoo for you the other day. It's a heart with angel wings located on my left shoulder blade because you're my guardian angel now. I know you'll always be with me. You're up there playing with Shadow, Tara, and Mariah. Give Kaare a hug for me, and when it's my turn to join all of you, I know you'll open up the gates for me. I love you so much bro.
PS. The Dolphins are kicking the Patriots butts right now. No one can tell me you don't have anything to do with that.
Gary Turner
September 20, 2008
Dear Samantha, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Gary Turner
Krystyna Peasley
September 18, 2008
Mike, I love you so much. I am so sorry i could not get to to funeral. You know I'll make sure your mom and brother Aunt Sharon and Gram are okay. I'll miss the times when we were younger, and the mischief all of us "Manchester Kids" got into. God only takes the best, and never gives us reasons why. You're in my heart always babe.
September 18, 2008
i miss you mike
dave del santo
September 18, 2008
To my dearest MIKEY and to his family.
I will miss you so very much, I also speak for my family especially Patrick. The short time we had to spend with you will be so memorable. Mikey you left your mark with our family and our hearts. You will always be remembered for your respectfulness your great sense of humor your kindness and your friendship. I will personally miss that Mikey smile. Mikey I know that you are flying with the angles. You will always be in our hearts and in our prayers. Mikey we will miss you.
Mikey GOD SPEED!
Always remember,
Uncle Dave, Auntie Barbara, Patrick, little David
GAVRILLEN
September 18, 2008
TO MIKES FAMILY,
OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU IN YOUR LOSS. MIKE WAS LOVED BY MANY AND HAS TOUCHED MANY PEOPLE'S LIVES. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
MR.&MRS.GAVRILLEN, JUSTIN AND JEREMY
Albert Desrosiers
September 17, 2008
to mikes family Evan know i only knew mike for about a year he became a close friend a brother and i am truly sorry for your loss i miss mike deeply along with the rest of his friends he was a great kid you should be proud of him
Susan Vicente
September 17, 2008
To Michael's Family,
I only met your son this past August. I talked to him a few times, and he struck me as a descent, honorable young man. I watched him run, joke and laugh with his friend Erick and he was full of life. Listening to Amanda and Erick, your son had a gift of helping others when they were down or sad. Everyone he touched he helped and gave them hope. I pray someday that you have peace within your hearts. May God be with you, as He is with Michael.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
Susan Vicente
Amie Caprio
September 17, 2008
Sam and Family...... I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I can't even begin to imagine your families grief. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow and grief. Again I am deeply sorry for your loss.
james hunter
September 17, 2008
mikey my brother my best friend i love you and miss you all ready buddy my deepest and dearst sympothy goes out to his family and friends for i feel honored and privildged to have even known you i will never forget you.
Paula Medeiros
September 17, 2008
sam and sharon ,I am very sorry about your loss and your in my prays
Ann Ferreira
September 17, 2008
I am sorry for the loss of your son and grandson you are in my prayer.Sorry again
kathy cooke
September 17, 2008
Dear Sam
No words can describe what you must be going through, all I can do is say how sorry I am for your loss. It seems like yesterday that Mike and Marc would be in the back lounge at RAH sometimes getting into trouble as young brothers would,and I could relate to that because of my to boys. If there is anything I can do let me know. Kathy Cooke
Samantha McLaughlin
September 17, 2008
Mike... i still can't believe your gone. it feels like i was just talking to you yesterday... i just... can't believe it. you were the greatest friend anyone could ask for. you were always there for me. you got my life back on track... you encouraged me to stop doing bad things... i love you always&4ever. i hope you know that. and to his family, i am so sorry...
rest in peace babe, i love you forever.
Kayla Selley
September 16, 2008
Mike,
i still cant believe all of this it still seems so unreal to me as each day passes i miss you more and wonder why more and more every second of everyday . it seems like just yesterday we were in preschool together playing at the park behind oldham at recess time and now your gone. you were such an amazing kid always laughing and joking around and making everyone else laugh when they couldnt even make themselves laugh
you truly are missed and loved by so many
RIP Michael Wayne Tarvis JR
To all of mikes family my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you
tim tarvis
September 16, 2008
sam, i just wanted to take this moment , while looking this up to express my sympathy . it seems like yesterday that mike was just a boy. to see him as a man makes me regretfull that i didnt have the connection with him as i once did . i can see by some of the entries in this book that he was a good man as i would expect and i'm proud of him and his choices to better his opportunities especially his military time. he will be missed . my prayers will be constant for u and yours throughout the comming days and months. tim and leslie tarvis
Steven & Christine Correira
September 16, 2008
Dear Tarvis Family,
Our names are Steven W. Correira, Jr and Christine J. (Kennedy) Correira. Mark Souza is Christine's brother. So we have gotten to know Michael a little bit. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and minds have been and will continue to be with your family as well as Michael's close friends. We have been and will continue to pray for you all.
Michael was always there for us when we needed a hand with anything. He has, on several occations, helped us move things in our home as well as helped us with our yard. He has left a lasting impression that will remain in our hearts forever.
In God's Love,
The Correira Family
kim potter
September 16, 2008
sam.,
i am so sorry for ur loss yall will in my prayers and thoughts
love kim potter
Erick patry
September 16, 2008
to the family of mike tarvis jr i sory for your loss it is allso a grat loss to all of his freands like me i miss mike very much and let all of you that mike is greatly loved and will never be forgotin mike i love you and miss you already
Warren Powers
September 16, 2008
Mikey, you were an awesome friend and I will never forget you.
Nancy MacDonald
September 16, 2008
You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Tracy Williams
September 16, 2008
Mikey, i just wanna say that i will never forget you! you were such a special person to me. you had a large impact on my life! I will never forget you and what you have taught me. Thank you for letting me into your life! I love you Mikey.
Sam and Marc, i am sorry for your loss. You are both strong people. i love you both!
Tina Lake
September 16, 2008
Sam
We are so sorry for your loss, if there is anything you need let us know.
Tina and Bob Lake & Kathy Torres
Peggy ONeill
September 16, 2008
I am so sorry.
kevin paquin
September 16, 2008
Mickey you were an awesome person. You will be missed by all
Gail Manchester
September 16, 2008
Sam and Marc:
I'm so very sorry I wish I could be there. Glen and the kids are on there way, I can't even image what both of you are going though. My thoughts and prayers are with you both..... Love Gail
AUNTIE PAULINE/UNCLE WALT SCHOLL
September 16, 2008
TO MY DEAREST SAM, MARC, AND FAMILY
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
MICHAEL WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED.
ALL MY LOVE,
AUNTIE PAULINE/UNCLE WALT
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
Amanda Vicente
September 16, 2008
I am sorry about your loss. Mikey was an awesome kid, and loved by many. Mikey brought so many gifts to our life's we will never forget him. He will remain in our hearts and souls forever. Please, if you need anything do not hesitate to call Erick or I. ~~Remember that we love and care about you. ~~Take care, and God Bless you all. You are in my prayers.
AUNTIE PAULINE/UNCLE WALT SCHOLL
September 16, 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
Kristine Collins
September 16, 2008
My deepest sympathies to all of your family for this tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and especially with Mike.
September 16, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss
Michael and Diane Almestica
September 16, 2008
To the Tarvis Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Wicked Ink Tattoo Shop, Riverside, RI
Dianne and Bob Winston
September 16, 2008
Remember all the good times and hold tight to your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nicole Everton
September 16, 2008
Mikey You Were Like My LiL Brother. I Love You So Much & So Dearly. I Still Cant Believe Your Gone. I Will See You Again Someday. Meet Me At Those Beautiful Pearl Gates!
Love Always, Billy, Nikki, & Corban!
Even Thought Corban Didn't Get To Meet His Uncle Mikey He Sure Will Know Who You Are! I Promise!
Heather Picozzi
September 16, 2008
I am sorry for your loss.
Albert & Holly Rougier
September 16, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our hearts are very saddened and our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you always find the comfort you need in your memories.
BEA BOOTH [POTTER]
September 16, 2008
SAM AND SHARON, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,MAY GOD BE WITH YOU BOTH DURING THIS HARD TIME. SAM I CAN'T THINK OF WHAT YOUR GOING THOURGH.
BEA BOOTH [ POTTER ]
September 16, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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