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Jack Hoskins Obituary
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Walter R. and Emma (Foxall) Hoskins. Jack was a Vietnam War Army veteran. He was a member of the Board of Governors of the RI Kennel Club; member of the American Chesapeake Club; life sponsor member of Ducks Unlimited; life member of the Historical Society of Moultonboro, NH and Laconia, NH and a lifelong sponsor of Boy Scouts of America.
Besides his wife he leaves two sons, Jack Hoskins, Jr. and his wife Bree and Erik Hoskins and his wife Sharon all of Rehoboth. Devoted grandfather to his six grandsons, Tyler, Christopher, Benjamin, Ian, William and Joshua. Brother of Walter Hoskins and Ruth Hockenson both of Florida, Dorothy Skelton of Washington State and the late Emily Gardner, Harry Hoskins and Mary Gaines. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
A Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Church Of The Redeemer, 655 Hope St., Providence. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Rehoboth Village Cemetery, Bay State Rd., Rehoboth. VISITATION on Tuesday 4:00-8:00 p.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. If desired, gifts in his memory to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 1332 North Halsted Street, Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60622 would be appreciated. www.trippfuneralhome.com
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Maurice Maynard
December 14, 2007
Jack and I grew up together. We went to the same schools from Kindergarten to high school. We were always together through thick and thin, good or bad, weddings, children, and finally grandchildren. A friendship like ours only happens once in a lifetime, and now he is gone. Our friendship has not ended; it has changed from physical to spiritual. Good bye my friend, you may be gone but our friendship and memories (and what memories!) will last forever! See you in paradise!
To Jack's dear family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the grace of God shine upon you and give you peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Love,
Maurice (Butch) Maynard and family
Kathy Hunt
December 13, 2007
I extend my deepest sympathy to Linda and all of Jack's family. I have had the pleasure of meeting Jack and Linda through my sister and brother-in-law, Joan & Ted Daly. I found Jack to be a delightful person, full of intersting conversation, humble, generous and warm in friendship. He touched my life (and that of my late father) briefly, but will always be remembered with great fondness.
Pete, Gita & Maxie Alberg
December 13, 2007
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Jack Sr. He was a wonderful and caring person who will be sorely missed.
We extend our sympathies to Linda, Jack Jr., Erik and to the rest of the Hoskins' family.
carol bedrossian
December 12, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sandra (Wood) MacGregor
December 11, 2007
Even thought I don't know Jack's family I thought you would like to know I remember Jack from Elementary School as a kind and very nice boy. I actually recognized him from the picture before I saw his name. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Sandra (Wood) MacGregor
December 11, 2007
Even thought I don't know Jack's family I thought you would like to know I remember Jack from Elementary School as a kind and very nice boy. I actually recognized him from the picture before I saw his name. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Michelle Maynard
December 11, 2007
Just wanted to let you know you have our prayers and deepest sympathy. Uncle Jack was like a ray of sunshine and will be missed. I only wish I could've seen him again before this happened. We love him very much! Auntie Linda, Jack Jr. and Eric - Keep in touch!
Love, Michelle M. Maynard and Family
Jacques, Jocelyne and Daniel Tremblay
December 11, 2007
Dear Linda, Jack Jr., Erik and family, our sincerest deepest sympathies.
My friend Jack,
Our first meeting was a business one.
Thereafter, Linda and you became our friends.
We know that you loved your family over all. Take care of them.
We will miss you.
Bob Gaines
December 11, 2007
Aunt Linda, Jack Jr. & Eric,
No words can take away the sorrow that you all are feeling at the loss of Uncle Jack. As I was growing up he was the big brother I never had. He always took time with me to ensure I was on the right track in life. The memory of all he did with me and for me will live in my heart forever. May God Bless and comfort you.
Love, Bob
Civacon
December 11, 2007
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers goes out to the entire Hoskins family during this time of great loss.
Minnie Caron
December 11, 2007
Linda,Jack Jr. and Eric
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you all.
Bob and Minn Caron
Diane D'Ambruoso
December 11, 2007
Dear Hoskins Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Jack Sr. He was a well respected and special man. Our prayers are with you now and always.
Peter & Debra Manoogian
December 10, 2007
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go to the whole family.
Laurie Pendergast
December 10, 2007
Aunt Linda, Jack Jr, and Erik,
I am so very sorry for your loss. No words can really take away all that you are feeling. Please take some comfort in knowing that "Uncle Jack" will always bring a smile to all of those that he has touched in his life, including myself. Though the years have passed quickly, I appreciate and share w/my own children the loving memories of him as a child, like driving me home on a hot summer day to get my swimsuit, so that I could swim with my cousins. Please treasure your memories of him, as I do, for they will last a lifetime.
Goodbye Uncle Jack and rest in peace until we meet again.
Love,
Laurie
Jolie Shushansky
December 10, 2007
Linda,
Jack Jr., Eric and your dear families. On behalf of the Shushansky family I want to express our love for Jack SR and appreciate all of you being wonderful, fun loving neighbors and traveling companions to my parents for many decades. Nobody knew how to make both business and pleasure as successful and fun as Jack SR. Larry and I are both proud to have known him and sorry that his health took him from you so soon. My parents are very sad that their own health won't allow them to travel north to be with you.
Our deepest sympathies.
Mike Johnson
December 10, 2007
I would like to extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Hoskins family for your loss. May God’s grace comfort you during this time.
Gregory Wilson
December 10, 2007
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to all the family.
Norman A Ashworth, Jr.
December 10, 2007
Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to the Hoskins Family.
Sincerely,
Norman and Lisa Ashworth
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Brian Saviano
December 10, 2007
My condolences go to Jack Jr, Erik, Linda Hoskins, and the rest of the family .Jack Sr. was well liked and will be missed.
Rick Lewis
December 10, 2007
A few weeks ago I read a book by Mitch Album. The book was “for one more day”. I haven’t seen my good friend Jack in a few years. Moving to the Midwest has cut me off from many of my friends and family. I’m sad that I allowed that disconnect to happen. I find myself wishing for one more day with Jack who always had time to talk to me (as though I was important). To Jack, everyone was important. Everyone deserved a handshake, a smile and a kind word. If I had “one more day” I’d like to tell Jack that he too was important to every person he came in contact with. I’m a better person because I knew Jack Hoskins.
Melissa Arnold (Nunes)
December 10, 2007
My deepest sympathy for Mrs. Hoskins, Jack Jr. and Erik and families.
Edward F Moran
December 10, 2007
My sincerest and heartfelt sympathy for Linda, Jack, Erik and family at the passing of Jack.Anyone that ever came in contact with Jack will feel your loss, but rest assured, No one is ever truly gone, until they are forgotten,, Jack will never be gone.
Love Ed
Jack Hoskins,Jr.
December 10, 2007
Thank you Dad for everything that you have tought me and done for me, I will miss you terribly, I love you Dad!!!! Jack Jr.
Jerry Blake
December 10, 2007
My Dear Friend Sr., you have always been a great friend to me and more. You are home now resting until we meet again, watch over your family and friends from your resting place. We will miss you dearly, God Bless you. We love you the Blakes.
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