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Lawrence Campion Obituary
Born in New Castle on Tyne, England, he was a son of the late Edward and Lillian P. (Bulford) Campion.
Mr. Campion was a Letter Carrier for the US Postal Service out of Cranston. He was a WWII Navy veteran, a member of the Knights of Columbus, former St. Joseph Council #15, the National Association of Letter Carriers, East Greenwich American Legion, Post #15 and Disabled American Veterans.
Besides his wife, he leaves his children Lawrence Campion, Jr. and wife Marie, Patrick E. Campion and wife Lois and Kathleen A. Wheeler and husband, Robert; brothers, Edward and John A. Campion; grandchildren, Dr. Christopher Campion, Dr. Claudia Wheeler, Michael Campion, Kathleen Cotnoir, Robert Wheeler, Jr., Amanda and Gabrielle Campion and Allison Campion; a great granddaughter, Madison Rose Cotnoir and his awaited great grandson, Riley Wheeler.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 9:00am in Our Lady of Mercy Church, Fourth Ave., E. Greenwich. Burial with military honors will be in RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. Calling hours Thursday, 5-8pm, at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
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Vincent Rosano
November 23, 2008
Dear Larry and Pat,
Just recently learned of your Dad's Passing and wanted to extend my condolences. I didn't know him personally, but I have no doubt he was a fine man, for I've been privileged to know the fine sons he raised. Sorry I could not be there for you.
Sincerely,
Vin Rosano
Kathleen Corrigan
November 20, 2008
Dear Pat and Lois - Sorry to read about the loss of your dad. Sincerely, Bruce and Kathleen
November 14, 2008
Dear Rose, Larry, Pat & Kathy,
May the Lord fill your hearts with peace as you mourn
the loss of this good man now safe in God's hands.
Your Lincoln Street neighbor,
Judy (Finan) Briggs & family.
THE deLISLE FAMILY
November 13, 2008
our prayers go out to your family at this time. we will always remember you, Pat and the good times that we had.
May God Bless you all.
the deLisle family
Lynda Patrie
November 13, 2008
Pat, Lois and The Entire Campion Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your dad. I know from our chats at school that he meant a lot to you! Take care of eachother and remember all the good times!
Lynda and David Patrie & Family
Bill Thompson
November 13, 2008
Dear Rose and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of our Dad's cousin, Larry. We have such fond memories of our trips to Rhode Island, and especially of our time with our extended family. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Bill and Alana Thompson
Lorraine Mirra
November 13, 2008
Mrs. Campion and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy.
Lorraine Mirra
and
Vincent "Jim" DeCesaris
(Larry's friend from Scalabrini Villa)
Maryanne & Chris Brennan
November 13, 2008
Larry & Pat,
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Sincerely,
Rob Rainville
November 13, 2008
Larry,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father. I am sure that the faher who raised such a fine son must be just as great a man. I know you will miss him deeply as I miss my dad. Draw comfort and support from your family and many friends as they will help you through this difficult time. You will be in my thoughts.
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