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Blanche Birch Obituary
She is survived by her five children, Edward Ursillo of Danielson, Connecticut, Linda Restante of Warwick, Patricia Badough of Victoria, Texas, Kathryn Hawkins and Cynthia Hall of Cranston, RI. She is also survived by seven siblings, ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Thomas Ursillo and grandmother of the late Lesa Collins.
She was a faithful communicant of St. Joseph's Church in West Warwick; and enjoyed playing bingo and cards.
Her funeral will be held on Friday, November 14, 2008 at St. Joseph's Church, Providence Street, West Warwick, RI at 10am. Burial will be at RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter, RI. Calling hours will be held at Gagnon-Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson, Connecticut on Thursday 7-9pm.
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Memories and Condolences
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Paul Cournoyer
November 16, 2008
So sorry to hear of Aunt Blanche's passing. My sympathy to my cousins. I will remember Aunt Blanche as a truly friendly person.
Linda Watson
November 15, 2008
Linda,
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that I'm there to talk if you need me. Condolences to your family.
Jerry Cournoyer
November 15, 2008
So sorry to hear of my Aunts passing, I always thought she was a great lady and great Aunt whom I had many laughs with. To all of the family I am very sorry. Nephew ,Jerry Cournoyer.
Tracey Martin
November 14, 2008
Dear Kathy
Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Your friend
Tracey Martin
Linda Lee Bossert
November 13, 2008
Dear Kathy, I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God bless you all.
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