Photo courtesy of O'Neill Funeral Home - Cumberland
Cumberland, Rhode Island
Age 72
John A. Goralski Jr, 72, passed away peacefully at Roger Williams Hospital on May 5, 2020. He was longtime resident of Woonsocket and had recently moved to Providence, R.I. to Berkshire Place Nursing Home.
Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Gudz) Goralski, Sr. John was a loving father of two and he is survived by his daughters, Diane Giguere and Laura Cole, and his brother, Robert Goralski. John is also survived by three grandchildren who adored their “Papa”, Michael Giguere, Sadie Cole, Sofie Cole, and one great grandchild William Harrison.
John was an army veteran of the Vietnam War and was an English teacher at the Woonsocket Jr/Sr High School for many years before retiring. John led a colorful life and was a friend to all that knew him. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all staff members that cared for John during his years at Berkshire Place and a special thank you to the staff at Roger Williams Hospital.
His funeral service will be video live streamed, Monday, May 11th at 10AM, right here on John's obituary page.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island, 1017 Waterman Ave., East Providence, RI 02914.
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I have been touched by the joyful and kind spirit of John each time I saw him at Berkshire Place. I can truly and sincerely say John is a bowl of sunshine... living with our Lord Jesus Christ. His beautiful eyes and radiant smile and resounding voice stay with me. I will miss him very much with sadness. My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with John's family.
Dr. Marvela Hermanus
July 10, 2020 | Warwick, RI
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Dr. Marvela Hermanus
July 10, 2020 | Warwick, RI
John was a great classmate at WHS. John was a lot of fun. He always had a smile
when you met him. My prayers are with him and his family.
Andre Noel
May 16, 2020 | Odenton, MD | Classmate
John and I were classmates at WHS. Many fond memories of a really nice guy. May he rest in peace.
Kathy Jellison
May 12, 2020 | Woonsocket, RI | Classmate
To the Goralski Family,
Extending our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of John. Wishing you the comfort of peace and light during this sad time.
Brian & Carol Kane
May 12, 2020 | Woonsocket, RI
So very sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal. Christ us risen.
Mike and Barbara Erickson
Michael and Barbara Erickson
May 11, 2020 | Woonsocket, RI | Friend
To the family of John Goralski. My deepest sympathy on your loss.
Patricia Lavallee
Patricia Lavallee
May 09, 2020 | Woonsocket, RI
Bob, were very sorry for the loss of your brother. Siblings are special and I hope the memories make you smile.
Paulette/Al Butler
May 09, 2020 | North Smithfield, RI | Friend
Diane, Al and I are very sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you.
Paulette/Al Butler
May 09, 2020 | North Smithfield, RI | Friend
