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Ann Lenihan Obituary
Born in Westerly, she was a daughter of the late Russell A. Lenihan Sr. and the late Anne (Nardone) Lenihan.
Ann was a self-employed shopkeeper, owner and operator of Chasers Unisex Clothing and the William Chase & Co. She loved to go antiquing in her spare time.
Surviving are a son, Steven P. Rothman of Seymour, Conn.; two brothers, Russell A. Lenihan Jr. and Michael P. Lenihan, both of Westerly; one grandson, Jackson Rothman of Seymour; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by a brother, F. Thomas Lenihan; and by a sister, Marguerite Kendall.
Calling hours are omitted. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service, which will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. in the Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Burial will be private.
Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made either to The Westerly Hospital or to the Westerly Ambulance Corps in Ann's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann Lenihan
Bob Awkerman
October 31, 2008
How sorry I am to hear of Chase's passing. Chase was wonderful to work for and a good friend. I have many memories of fun times. Chase was always so upbeat and happy this world will be a little sadder without her.
Donna Varone
October 30, 2008
Dear Steve, Al and Jack and Chase's family, Mike, Mary and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Chase was alway so warm, down to earth, and easy to talk to. If there is anything we can do at this time Steve, please call.
All our Love, Donna, Mike and Mary
Katarina Kendall
October 30, 2008
Dear Chase,
You are sadly missed and will always be in our hearts and loving memories!
DK & Kate
Colin Covell
October 29, 2008
I'm sorry to learn of Chase's death, but she leaves many fond memories behind with me, as do all the Lenihans, of my childhood visits to Shelter Harbor. In particular, it was quite a thrill to be given a ride in her new (1963, I think) Corvette Sting Ray. Many years later, as an adult, I remember visiting her in her shop on Main Street and another in Watch Hill and her wonderful sense of humor. My deepest sympathies are with you!
Alex Kleckner
October 29, 2008
I am sad about Chase's death. She baby sat me when I was a little boy.
As I grew up my family no longer needed her help. We were going to say hello but never got the chance.
Her memory will always stay in my heart
Frank & Mary Bliven
October 29, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Martha B. Jacques
October 29, 2008
I first knew Chasie in school and later on when she owned her shop on High Street in downtown Westerly, although it's been years since we've seen each other. My sincere condolences to Rusty, Mike, her son and grandson.
Linda Martin
October 29, 2008
Reading of Chase's passing brought me back to a better time in a lot of peoples' lives when she had her shop on Granite Street. What a great store she always had and what a nice person she was. Deepest sympathy to her entire family. She will always be remembered.
The entire Martin family
Ernest Jacques
October 29, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this sorrowfull time.
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