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Ada Lawton Obituary
Born in Coventry, a daughter of the late Henry Eugene and Annie (Degnan) Grabbert, she had lived in Cranston for most of her life.
Ada was the devoted mother of Helen "Betty" Greene of Warwick, Judith Archambault of Parsippany, NJ, Barbara McGill and her husband Robert and Fred Lawton, Jr. and his wife Donna, all of Cranston. She also leaves 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Ada was predeceased by 11 brothers and sisters.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 12:00 pm in SS. Peter & Paul Church, 48 Highland Ave., West Warwick. Burial will be private. Arrangements by the R. A. IANNOTTI Funeral Home, Coventry. www.iannottifh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ada Lawton
July 28, 2010
To the Children of Ada,
So very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother.
I certainly would have liked to attend the memorial service but because of work commitments was not able to attend at that time.
She was a friendly neighbor of mine for 30 years on Laten Knight Road. Her and I worked together for years in Beeline Fashions. She was always so much fun and was a big hit modeling in my Fashions Shows in her late "Senior Years"
She was so young at heart and had so much energy that the Providence Journal did a front page story about her at her age modeling in the fashion show.
She always made you feel so welcomed whenever you were around her and in her home. She always made my children enjoy the animals and all the many exciting and fun times of living on a farm.
She is now with your father who was another great and understanding person. They certainly were a couple that I am so glad we got to know as sincere and friendly neighbors.
Treasure all the memories you have of your life together with her.
Our Sincerest Sympathy to all of you.
Rita and Tony Palombo
Cranston, Rhode Island
Steven F. Long
July 14, 2010
Barbara and Family: Our deepest sympathy during this loss of Ada. We had many great times with you, Ada and Fred. Ada (and Fred) will always remain close to our hearts. Ada was one of the kindest person we have ever met. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Steve & Tina Long
Birmingham, Alabama
July 14, 2010
Dear Cousins, So sorry to hear of the loss of my favorite great aunt Ada Potata. She was a very special person. I spent many happy times visiting her and Uncle Fred on the farm with my grandmother,Gertrude and my mom Dorothy. She was and always will be rememebered as a sweetheart. Lori
Jamie, Maryann, & Talia Wheatley
July 14, 2010
Barbara, Heidi, Heather, & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ada (gram) was a wonderful woman and she gave us many laughs. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
July 14, 2010
To the Lawton Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear Mother. She was a beautiful lady. I still remember, many years ago, when I was working for Met Life she would always have a glass of milk and home-baked cookies for me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Bud Alves
July 14, 2010
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Ada. She was a kind, loving person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Tracy & Julie
July 14, 2010
Dear Barbara and Family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. The Long family has very fond memories of Ada. She was one of the kindest people we knew. Debbie
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