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1928
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2020
John Searles Obituary
Passed away on October 22, 2020 at Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, RI.
He was the loving husband, for 64 years, to Ann Carolyn (Collins) Searles .
Born in Pawtucket, RI he was the son of the late George Searles and Margaret (Hosey) Searles.
John proudly served his country as a United States Marine from 1946 to 1948 and again from 1950 to 1951. After marrying the love of his life, John and Ann settled in Seekonk, MA where he served his community as a teacher, coach and a principal in the Seekonk School system for over 30 years.
John was a lover of all sports. He refereed football and basketball across Rhode Island and Massachusetts at both the High School and Collegiate level for more than 25 years. When he wasn't watching others play, he personally enjoyed playing tennis and golf. In his younger years John was an avid skier and hit the slopes all over New England, out west and occasionally Europe too!
John was a hard worker all his life, but it was spending quality time with his wife and family that he cherished most. He especially loved traveling and spending time with their amazing group of friends. When he wasn't on the run, John enjoyed a good book, a good joke and especially a good glass of Irish Whiskey.
Besides his loving wife, John leaves three children Sean P. Searles and his wife Diane of Acworth, GA, Kathryn L. Fraser and her husband John of Seekonk, MA, and Mark J. Searles and his wife Nicole of Barrington, RI. Predeceased by his grandson, Matthew H. Searles he also leaves seven grandchildren: Ryan, Samantha, J.D., Michaela, Sidney, Hailey & Maggie as well as great grand-daughter Leighton May.
Services and burial will be private. A celebration of Jack's life is planned at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory can be made to: Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England
45 Gay Street Providence, RI 02905
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Searles
Joseph D. Panciotti
July 28, 2024
Sadly missed
Cockayne Family
October 30, 2020
Sincerest condolences to the family of Jack Searles family. You are in our thoughts & prayers at his most difficult time
Vincent McCrystal
October 27, 2020
On behalf of myself and the other McCrystal children please accept our condolences on the passing of Mr. Searles. Our parents always spoke very highly of him and we all have fond memories of our own as well.
Vin McCrystal Jr
Valerie Dymsza
October 26, 2020
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Searles as a fellow parishioner of St. Margaret's church. I will miss his smile and the twinkle in his eyes. My condolences to all the family. May God bless and keep.
Terri Gaspar
October 26, 2020
Dear Ann and family,
Joe and I are so very heartbroken to hear of Jack's passing. We will miss his visits across the backyard and sharing a good laugh.....he had an amazing smile. He was a very kind man and he will be greatly missed. You are all in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Joe and Terri Gaspar
Tedd Povar
October 26, 2020
A life well lived. Rest In Peace.
Liz Soyka
October 25, 2020
Kate and family, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts.
Al
October 25, 2020
Mark and family my deepest sympathy are with you at this time. Prayers for Dad as he rest in peace.
Jo-Ann Moore
October 25, 2020
Mark and family,
So sorry for your loss. Your father was a lovely man and a pleasure to care for.
Jo-Ann M. Moore, DNP
Brown Urology
Ron Allard
October 25, 2020
To the Searles family, I had the honor of knowing and playing tennis with Jack for many years. He was a man with extrodinary character, very caring, gracious and a man that took the time to talk and smile with you. He will be deeply missed. He will not be here physically but his memory will live on forever. We are all so thankful that he came into our life.
Ron & Joan Allard
Michael Georgio
October 25, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to the entire Searles family as well as their friends and loved ones.
Ellis Mayers
October 25, 2020
Dear Ann & Family,
So sorry to learn of jack's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. He was a good friend and will be missed.
Patricia Jennings
October 24, 2020
I have fond memories working with Jack at the beginning of my teaching career at Anne C.Green and Pleasant Street Schools. He demanded a lot but made me a better teacher. He had a great sense of humor which was much needed some days. I also worked with Anne at North School too. Please accept my condolences .
Pat Jennings
Olive Sturtevant
October 24, 2020
Many of us have fond memories of him as a mentor to many who went to SHS. I great example of a life well lived. So sorry for your loss.
Lynn Lovett
October 24, 2020
So sad and very sorry for your loss to all the Searles family.
Bob Pardini
October 23, 2020
RIP in peace MR Searles.
A wonderful man, demanded you give him your best and a great leader for young people. I’m glad I was blessed to be the recipient of his high expectations.
Kristen DeBlasio
October 23, 2020
So sorry for Mr Searles family. He was a great man, tough, fair and honest. He was my principle way back in the day. May you rest in peace.....
JoAnn Olin
October 23, 2020
Mr. Searles was a wonderful and kind to all of us during his days at Pleasant Street School. I remember him fondly and send my prayers along to the family. JoAnn Olin
Anne (Grima) Mason
October 23, 2020
Mr. Searles was a wonderful Assistant Principal at the Seekonk
Junior High when I was a student there. May he rest and peace and may God grant supernatural courage and strength to his family.
Frank Grima and Family
October 23, 2020
I will always remember Mr. Searles as an awesome principal and friend. He taught us to be good citizens and how to conduct ourselves with respect. Rest in peace Mr. Searles. To the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Kaveny
October 23, 2020
Uncle Jack, may you Rest In Peace... so many wonderful memories on Noble Street, especially on Christmas Eve... prayers and condolences to one of the best families on the planet...
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