Photo courtesy of O'Neill Funeral Home - Cumberland
Cumberland, Rhode Island
Age 81
On Saturday, December 1, 2018, Philip A. Larivee, loving husband of 59 years to Jeannette Larivee and father of 3 daughters, passed away at the age of 81.
Philip was born on November 11, 1937 in Nashua, NH to Philip and Pamela ( L’Etoile) Larivee. Philip joined the Navy at the age of 17 and served four years during the Korean War. He returned to Rhode Island where he married Jeannette (Dulude) Larivee in 1959. They raised 3 daughters, Christine Hanley of Foresdale, RI, Diane McCarthy of Johnston, RI and Linda Rogers of North Providence, RI.
Philip worked as the foreman of Regency Thermographers for many years before retiring in 1984. After retirement Philip worked as a handyman and pursued his love of woodworking. For several years he ran his own business selling his handmade furnishings. Philip was a jack of all trades with a big heart for helping others. He was one of the founders of Santa’s Workshop in the 1990’s.
He also leaves behind his brother Arthur Larivee, and sisters, Muriel and Gabrielle. He was predeceased by his brother Ronald Larivee. Philip was grandfather to Michael McCarthy, Stephanie McCarthy, Jennifer Weidele, Emily Chicoine, Rebecca Rogers, Robert Hanley and Elizabeth Hanley. He was a great grandfather to Heather Weidele, Hadley McCarthy, Ryan Auger, Hannah Weidele, Thea McCarthy and Connor Authelet.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to visiting hours Wednesday, December 5th from 4-7PM at the O’Neill Funeral Home, 3102 Mendon Road, Cumberland. A Service will be held Thursday at 11AM at the O’Neill Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.
Read MoreJeannette, our deepest sympathy and prayers on the passing of Phil. We just heard about it today.
Leo & Shirley
Leo & Shirley Dulude
December 17, 2018 | Pawtucket, RI | Family
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to Phil's family and all who were blessed to know him. He was always "the life of the party" at family get-togethers and holidays. I'll especially miss his great sense of humor, his big smile and even bigger heart. May our Lord comfort all of his loved ones with the peace and assurance that you will meet again. Love and God Bless, Maureen (Moe)
Maureen Hamilton
December 05, 2018 | Lincoln, RI | Friend
Phil, you were a great neighbor and even a better friend for many, many years. You will be in our hearts forever. Our condolences to his family and friends that were lucky enough to know him.
Ken and Chris Adam
December 05, 2018 | North Providence, RI | Friend
Have many fond memories of you Uncle Phil.
David Dulude
December 05, 2018 | Waskom, TX | Family
We Love you Uncle Phil Im sure my Mom and Pepe were there to greet you.
Mr. & Mrs. Derek Wilbur
December 05, 2018 | West Warwick, RI | Family
Farewell my good friend, I know u will be missed
David R Lagesse
December 03, 2018 | SANTA Paula, CA | Friend
Words cant describe the kind of man you were. You were such an amazing man, Pepere. Im going to miss you more then you could ever imagine. I love you Pep.
Emily Chicoine
December 03, 2018 | RI | Grandchild
My heart goes out to all his family and friends. Phil was a great husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He loved his family and would do anything he could to help. May God bless him with eternal happiness. Rest in peace, you did well.
Claire Cadorette
December 03, 2018 | Lincoln, RI | Family
My condolences go out to the family and friends of Phil, He was quite a character, whether around a campfire or a Christmas sing-a-long. He always said something to crack everyone up! He will be missed dearly! God blessed us with his life and now takes him back to himself. We will meet again!
Erin McCarthy
December 03, 2018 | Providence, RI | Family
