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Donald Robitaille Obituary
Born in Providence, a son of Walter and Helen (McKenna) Robitaille, he lived in Glocester for 26 years, previously living in Smithfield.
Mr. Robitaille was a machine operator for AT Wall Company until retirement and he had also worked alongside his wife for her company, In touch Jewelry, in North Providence. He was an avid Giants fan and loved all sports.
He is also survived by his children, Donna M. Kopka, Diane M. Flynn and Thomas R. Robitaille all of Glocester, eight grandchildren, his siblings, Ellen 'Marie' Barboza of Johnston, Robert Robitaille of Providence, Richard Robitaille of East Providence and Beverly Magnuski of Providence. He was the father of the late Donald Robitaille, Jr.
Funeral Saturday at 9am from the ANDERSON-WINFIELD Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville Common, Greenville, RI. Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in St. Joseph Church, Danielson Pike, North Scituate. Burial in Acotes Hill Cemetery. Visitation Friday 4-8. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 169 George Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860.
For directions and messages of condolence please visit www.andersonwinfield.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Robitaille
Steven Landi
November 26, 2008
To The Robitaille Family;
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Donald Sr.
Ronnie Iacobucci
November 18, 2008
Lucy: I was so sorry to hear about Donald's passing. I was not in Rhode Island and just found out. Please except my deepest sympathy. Donald was a great friend.
Ronnie Iacobucci, friend from the Court
Mary D'Amico
November 14, 2008
Tommy and family,
We're so sorry for your loss. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Bobby, Mary and Cheyenne
Barbara Landi
November 14, 2008
To The Robitaille Family, Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your Husband, Dad and Grandfather. You are in my prayers
RICHARD HOULE
November 13, 2008
LUCY,
WE WERE SAD TO HEAR OF DONALDS PASSING AND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
RICHARD AND LINDA HOULE
Ernie Denoncour
November 13, 2008
Lucy, although we knew that he would pass on, it still doesn't make it any easier when it happens. I wish you and your family the strength to get past this. Thinking of you and remembering Don as I always knew him. Love Ernie
Bob & Dottie Whitford
November 13, 2008
Dear Diane: Bob & I were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We know what a special relationship you had with him and how much you loved and respected him. We're hoping that all the wonderful memories you have in your heart will help you through this difficult time. Our consolences to you, your Mom, TJ, Donna and the rest of your family. Our love to all.
Linda & Walter DeNoncour
November 13, 2008
Dear Lucy and Family:
We were so sorry to hear of Donald's passing. Sot says he will really miss him and he is sorry he cannot be there for the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Todd & Shelley
November 13, 2008
Donna:
Our sympathies to you and your family at this trying time. You are in our thoughts.
Karen Rutz
November 13, 2008
Dear Tommy and family,
I'm so sorry for you loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Love, Karen
Al and Paula San Souci
November 13, 2008
Diane,
So sorry to read about your Dad. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Lisa Piccirillo
November 13, 2008
Dear Auntie Lucy, Donna, Diane and Thomas,
I'm so sorry to hear of Uncle Donald's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Lisa and Lou Piccirillo
Debby Stockwell
November 13, 2008
Donna:
My sympathies to you on the death of your father. My condolences to you and your entire family.
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