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John Padula Obituary
He was the husband of the late Mary A. (Mitchell) Padula. John recently celebrated his 90th birthday on October 23rd.
Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late Giuseppe and Concetta (Petrarca) Padula. He was a World War II Army Veteran, and retired from Quonset Point NAS in 1970 after working there for over 20 yrs.
He enjoyed spending time with his beloved family, nature, and was an exercise enthusiast. He was a past president of the Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart Church.
He is survived by his daughter, Eleanor Padula, of North Providence, with whom he lived, his sons, Thomas Padula and his wife Patricia, of Pawtucket, and Joseph Padula and his wife Frances, of Wrentham, MA. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Jennifer, Christopher, and John Padula, his sisters, Mary Boyer and Anna Manish, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was the brother of the late Amedeo and Albert Padula, Stella Doiron, and Lena Kowal.
His funeral will be held on Saturday at 9 am from the Robert A. Iannotti Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., (Rte. 117), Coventry, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in SS John & James Church. Burial with Military Honors in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Greenwich. Visiting hours Friday 4-7 pm.
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Sheila Linstrom Stewart
November 1, 2008
Dear Tom, Eleanor and Joe,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I didn't know him well but do remember him as a father who was very devoted to his children when we were all students in West Warwick many years ago. My thoughts and prayers and with all of you and your families.
Arline Rossi
October 31, 2008
Eleanor and family so sorry to hear about your dad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Your neighbor
Arline & Anthony Rossi
Maria Fred (Vazquez)
October 31, 2008
Dr. Tom and family, i'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Padula's passing. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maria Fred(Vazquez)
Ed and Deb Watts
October 31, 2008
Dear Joe and family, So sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Your neighbor and friend. Ed and Deb Watts
Barbara King
October 30, 2008
Dear Joe and Fran,
We are saddened to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the love of your family and friends.
Warmly,
The Kings
Marianne Bates
October 30, 2008
Dear Eleanor and Family: I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I remember him fondly from our college days. He was truly a beautiful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
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