George Rafael "Papa George" Sardinha

George Rafael "Papa George" Sardinha, 80 passed away on November 30th at Home Hospice & Palliative Care Of RI. He was the husband of the late Helene (Turner) Sardinha. Born in Bristol, he was the son of the late Manuel and Alexandrina (Mello) Sardinha. He was the father of George Sardinha, Richard Sardinha, James Sardinha, Robert Sardinha, Karen Flowers and Kathy Segui; grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 13. He was the brother of Edward Sardinha, Sister Mary "Sards" Sardinha and the late Manuel, Joseph, Anthony, John and Louis Sardinha. Mr. Sardinha was a graduate of Colt Memorial High School and worked as a machine operator for Kaiser Aluminum before retiring. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree St. Pius serving as Past Grand Knight, former District Deputy and past Faithful Navigator. He was the former Chief of the Rescue/EMS Dept for the Town of Beaufort NC as well as an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan. His funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 6th, 10 AM from the George Lima Funeral Home 367 High Street with a Mass of Christian Burial, 11 AM at St. Elizabeth's Church 577 Wood Street. Calling hours are Monday, December 5th 4-7 PM. Donations can be made to: Alzheimer's Association of RI 245 Waterman Street Suite 306 Providence, RI 02906.