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Thomas Daponte Obituary

DAPONTE, THOMAS J. "ROCKY" FORMER STATE SENATOR, 74 of Bristol, died on June 21, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Dianne Harper DaPonte. Born in Bristol, he was the son of the late Antonio and Jessie (Chaves) DaPonte. He was the father of Amanda, Robert, Jonathan, Joshua and his wife Elizabeth and brother of Anthony DaPonte, Mary Haddad, Martha Gagnon, Madeline Norton and the late Frances DaPonte. Tom was a retired businessman, sheriff, church and civic leader. He served as the President of the Rhode Island Lions Sight Foundation and was a lector at St. Elizabeth's Church. His funeral services will be held Saturday, June 25th, 10 AM from the George Lima Funeral Home 367 High St with a Mass of Christian Burial, 11 AM at St. Elizabeth's Church 577 Wood St. Burial will be private. Calling hours are Friday 4 - 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: St. Elizabeth's Church, Special Olympics and Home Hospice and Palliative Care of Rhode Island. limafh.com

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Published by The Providence Journal from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24, 2016.

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Raymond Bullock

November 30, 2023

Rocky. Remember the days my brother Greg´s and I worked with you for Loui DiMezza? We had a blast. And the time at Colt Park beach we used to spash each other in the face and then try to dunk each other? Those were the days my friend, I miss you warmly. Blessings, Ray Bullock

Alice B.and willie J. Jones

June 29, 2016

Dear Dianne, I had lunch with Sue Ann Constance and she told me that your Tommy had passed on - I' so sorry to hear that news - both Will and I send our condolences . Take care and be in touch , my new phone # is 401-847-0140 we downsized to a small apt. in Middletown love, a
lice

PETER HERRMANN

June 25, 2016

SORRY TO READ ABOUT ROCKYS PASSING MANY FOND RUGBY MEMORIES. RIP

Paul and Ann D'Amico

June 24, 2016

Dear Tony and family, Sorry to read of Rocky's death. We had great time over the years.
My health issues prohibit my being at the funeral home to offer my condolences.

Past Grand Knight Paul D'Amico

Mary Shea Rosen

June 24, 2016

Amanda and the DaPonte family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. May you all find strength at this time and peace in the future. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary Shea Rosen (Lela's Mom)

Dottie Maturi

June 23, 2016

May he rest in piece. My condolences to his wife and children and to his sisters and brothers who loved him dearly. Tommy was a step above most people. His absence will be missed by many. RIP my friend...

George Sardinha

June 23, 2016

I was shocked to hear about Tom's passing in this mornings paper. My prayers are with Tom's soul and the DaPonte family. I can't attend the services due to being in Crestwood nursing home in Warren. My thoughts are with you at this time.

Gail Lucarelli (Melograno)

June 23, 2016

So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My condolences to your lovely family.

Julie Caldwell

June 23, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the DaPonte family.

DAN CUNNINGHAM

June 23, 2016

I WAS SHOCKED TO HEAR OF TOM PASSING AWAY. WE HAVE JNOW EACH OTHER SINCE OUR EARLY YEARS IN HIGH SCHOOL, LATER AT THE MARINE CORP DINNERS AND WITH LIONS. HE WAS A GREAT GUY AND WILL BE MISSED. MY PRAYERS GO TO HIS FAMILY.

Gwendolyn Shorey Day

June 23, 2016

I am so very deeply saddened to hear of Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the DaPonte family.

June 23, 2016

I worked with Tommy many years ago at the Newport Court House. He kept me calm and always made me laugh. He was one of the nicest guys you could meet. He is at peace now and will forever watch over you all. So sorry for your loss. Julie A. Bairos Rumford RI

David Lopes

June 23, 2016

And may you always know that the consoling mercy of the Lord is near at hand for He walks closely beside you.
Prince Henry Club of Rhode Island

Richard & Elizabeth Carlone

June 22, 2016

Betty and I send our deepest condolences to the DaPonte family. Please know that we keep Tom and all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Heather & Eric Clapprood

June 22, 2016

Our deepest condolences. We are deeply saddened by your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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