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Bradley Backman Obituary

BACKMAN, BRADLEY AUSTIN, 76, died March 3'rd. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Helene (Arnett) Backman. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Harry and Esther (Woodis) Backman. Brad was a retiree from the Providence Journal, where he worked for 42 years as a Foreman in the Press Room. He attended the Hornbine Baptist Church in Rehoboth, was a member of the Oakhill Seekonk, Swansea Grange and the Marcom Antique Car Club. Besides his wife, he leaves his daughter, Rhonda Faria and her husband Daniel, 3 grandchildren Lynn and her fiance Kendra Hutchinson, Marc and his wife Stacie and Ryan and his partner Michael Holt and 2 great grandsons, Austin Bradley and Noah Wyatt Faria. A funeral will be held on Wednesday at 10:30 AM in the J.H. WILLIAMS & CO. Funeral Home, 210 Taunton Ave., (Route 44), East Providence. Calling hours are Tuesday 5-8 PM. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Johnston, RI. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be directed to the Hornbine Baptist Church, 141 Hornbine Road, Rehoboth, MA 02769.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Mar. 5, 2012.

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Abby (St. John) Gosselin

March 8, 2012

Dear Helene, Rhonda and Dan... I'm so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting him through the Langleys and always appreciated that he talked to the young teenaged me as an adult and shared our "hobby" of diabetes. It was so fun to learn of my connection to Brad and Helene through Rhonda and Dan recently; it brought back many fond memories of my time with the Langleys and their friends. I wish your family peace. Abby

March 7, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. We will never forget the memories we have shared together. Love, Bill and Joyce Fagan

March 6, 2012

Helene, Rhonda, Danny & Family-- Brad you were a special person, always a smile. We have a lot of great memories from Taunton & Toronto. Brad you are going to be missed, you are very much loved & not forgotten.

With much Love Danny Joanne & Family

Chris, Steve and Mary

March 6, 2012

Dear Helene, Rhonda, Dan and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Brad was such a special person who was loved by many. He will be missed.

Herb Horton

March 6, 2012

Farewell old friend of many years at the
Journal.

March 5, 2012

TO THE BACKMAN FAMILY : WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY JUDY AND STEVE SAUNDERS.

LINDA MARRA

March 5, 2012

WE WERE ALL SO BLEST TO HAVE KNOWN AND LOVED YOUR DAD RHONDA AND FOR THAT I AM GRATEFUL

Richard & Sharon Burrill

March 5, 2012

Helene, Rhonda and Famliy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We ask The Lord to take care of this man we knew and dearly love and guide him home.

March 5, 2012

Helene, Rhonda and family.....I will always remember the great time Brad and I shared as we grew up on Waverly Street in Providence and the fun times we had at the house on the lake in Northern RI. Brad was a wonderful friend as we started our lives together. I trust the many wonderful memories you have of Brad will bring you comfort in the painful days ahead. Bob Fraser Bradenton, FL and Warwick, RI

Gerald Raposa

March 5, 2012

Helene and family, Jerry and I were saddened to hear of Brad's passing. We have so many fond memories of him. The auto club, the parties at your home and of course his photography skills at Pam's wedding. Brad will be missed by so many. Love to you and your family. Jerry and Vivian Raposa - St. Petersburg, FL

Martin & Sandy Arnett

March 5, 2012

Helene, Rhonda, Danny & Family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this most difficult time, may we send you thoughts of peace & courage, may your hearts & souls find comfort...
Lots of hugs,
Marty & Sandy

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