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Isabelle Rafferty Obituary
Born in Providence a daughter of the late William F. and Isabelle A. (Clark) Cunningham. She had lived in West Warwick since 1997, previously living in Providence with her husband Edward J. Rafferty, Jr.
Mrs. Rafferty was an assembler for Kenney Manufacturing before retiring in 1981.
She leaves a son, Edward J. Rafferty, III of Forestdale and a daughter Donna R. Drapeau of Salem, NH and 4 grandchildren, Caitlin Rafferty, Lauren and Neal Drapeau and Alaina Corcoran. She was the sister of the late Walter, William, Gilbert, and Raymond Cunningham, Dorothy Schertell, Carolyn Corcoran and Barbara Mayer.
Funeral Tuesday at 8:15 a.m. from the Stapleton-Barry-Holdredge Funeral Home, 684 Park Avenue, Cranston with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Bernard Church, North Kingstown. At the family's request, donations in her memory may be made to Hospice Care of VNSGRI, 6 Blackstone Valley Place, Lincoln, RI 02865. Her life will be celebrated with calling hours MONDAY 4-7. Burial will be in RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter.
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Anna Fagan
November 3, 2008
You have my deepest sympathy Edward and Donna. Families should keep in touch more than they do. I used to send her Christmas cards for years and then I had no address for her. Got her # from Bobby Clak's daughter and we talked the 2nd time I called I got the answering machine. I didn't call back I was afraid she may have been resting. Her famous exoression was "God love you" she was so special and I feel bad I didn't keep in touch more. Bless you all. I lost my husband in Feb. of this year so I can share your grief with you. They are both in Heaven. Love Anna Feeney Fagan
Jeffrey Smith
October 28, 2008
Edward and Donna, Through your cousin Glenn I had the joy of meeting your Mom. My wife Kathy, our girls Elizabeth and Emma, and I extend our prayers to you and your family. I was very fortunate to meet her four times. I am a blessed man for that! I always sent my Christmas cards to her addressed to Aunt Belle Rafferty. My older daughter still remembers our last visit to her in April 2002. God's speed to the two of you and your cousin Glenn, a great friend of mine!
Roberta Harris
October 27, 2008
To Eddie, Donna & the Rafferty family,
I was so sorry to read that your Mom passed away. I have the fondest memories of her dating back to when I was a child. She always included me when the family would go on their summer outings to the beach. She was so sweet and kind and always had a kind word with a kiss to follow.
She is in a good place and I'm sure my Dad is waiting for her at the gates of heaven to reminisce.
She will be missed.
Roberta (Nelson) Harris
Jan Mello Ingenito
October 27, 2008
I remember how warm and welcoming "Mrs. Rafferty" always was to me when Donna and I spent time together. I met Donna when I was 3 and she was 4. As we got older, we spent time in each other's homes. Mrs. Rafferty always had a smile (and a snack) for us. She had unending patience for our stories! My heartfelt condolences for your loss my friend.
Earl Tasca
October 27, 2008
To the Rafferty Family
Earl and I extend our sympathy to you at this time. Isabelle was a lovely person and will be missed at the Quaker Valley Condos. I for one always enjoyed talking to her.
Mary & Earl Tasca
Geri Paolino
October 27, 2008
Isabelle,
You will be so missed..... Your warmth, smile and laughter....
You were a bright light on any day.... Good bye.......
Diane & Doug Thompson
October 27, 2008
May God watch over you and protect you through this difficult time.
Steve Corcoran
October 27, 2008
I want to express my condolences to the family of Auntie Belle. While I did not have the good fortune to have known her, I do know from my father what a loving presence she was to those around her.
May your memories of her life comfort you all during this time of grieving. I know that you will celebrate her memory together at tomorrow's ceremony.
Ana Rodrigues-Lopes
October 27, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of Isabelle Rafferty. I didn't get the opportunity to meet her personally. She was the dear friend of my late mother, Maria Rodrigues. She was so sweet to my mother who I'm sure will await her at the gates of heaven. My condolences to the entire family.
Jamie Lewis
October 27, 2008
Auntie Belle, you will be dearly missed...your laughter, smile, and most of all your kindness will forever remain in my heart. You have always been an angel to me and in your famous words "God love ya"
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