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Audrey MacLean Obituary
Audrey was the daughter of Francis and Clinton Arzamarski from Charlestown, Rhode Island. Francis and Clinton were active in their community – leaders of the Quonochontaug Grange. Francis was also a councilman in the town of Westerly. Audrey followed in their footsteps and among other achievements, formed a Campfire Girls troop for girls in Ashaway, Rhode Island, founded the Westerly co-op, protested the building of a Super Stop & Shop on wetlands in Westerly, was a Chafee Charmer and a high school beauty queen winning many state competitions.
Audrey was a kind and giving person and many in the community will remember her efforts to help those less fortunate.
She and her first husband, Kenneth Tremblay, whose marriage ended in divorce, lived in Ashaway where they raised their three daughters: Kimberly Tremblay currently of Amherst, MA, Heidi Hoffman of Santa Cruz CA and Michele (Mickey) Schultz of West Orange NJ. They gave her six grandchildren.
Her second marriage was to Douglas MacLean. MacLean was also a Chariho high school graduate and veteran. They moved to Orlando Florida in 1994.
Audrey worked as a hairdresser/beautician at her mother's salon, the First Colonial Beauty Shop in Westerly, then at Lords and Ladies and finally at Ray's Barber Shop, all in Westerly RI.
Audrey had two brothers, Arthur of Charlestown, Rhode Island (deceased) who was a teacher at Chariho high school for many years and William (Billy), a veteran, who currently lives in Exeter. In addition, Audrey is fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, Kathy Arzamarski Rhein, Aaron Arzamarski, Wendy Hoinsinger and Ronald Arzamarski.
Audrey will be deeply missed by her family and by all who knew her for her gentle spirit, her positive attitude, her willingness to help whenever and wherever was needed, her incredibly staunch work ethic, and her overwhelming beauty.
She died peacefully in the sun with her dogs by her side of natural causes.
Audrey's daughters plan to have a get together in Rhode Island for all those who would like to remember Audrey and her. This event will take place in the fall of 2019. If you would like to comment on Audrey please email Heidi Hoffman at [email protected].
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for Audrey MacLean
Caroline Komorowski
June 4, 2019
Dear Family of Audrey,My deepest condolences. Audrey was my mine and my mothers hairdresser for years. I actually always volunteered when she needed to cut someones hair at school. Many fond memories of lunch st my house when i would make a special tuna sandwich.
Caroline Nigrelli Komorowski
June 4, 2019
Kim, Heidi, Mickey and families --
Our whole family is so sad to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a truly wonderful lady, and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please let us know when you have the memorial in RI.
With love, Susan (Vredenburg) Haley
Tammy McLellan
June 2, 2019
To Kim, Heidi, Mickey and families,
I am saddened about the news of your mom. I look at you all in the pictures from memories of my dad that we have on the wall at the Hitching Post. I remember how much fun and laughter we all had growing up together and working together. Your mom's laugh was the highlight of my dad's day and always the start of our own laughs. She could always make the room a lighter happier place to be. I know dad and his crew in heaven has welcomed your mom with open arms. I hope you all find solace in the happy memories of times spent together. Love, Tammy and Tim McLellan
Cassandra & David Crandall
June 1, 2019
David and I were so shocked and saddened by the news of Audrey's passing.
David remembers her from the time she was a very young child. Their families were neighbors in Charlestown; he and her older brothers were playmates and grew up together.
I met Audrey in the late 1960's; we became sisters-in-law. That bond lasted beyond the marriage and I still fondly regard her daughters as my nieces.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Audrey's entire family. Earth's loss is heaven's gain. Audrey will now bring joy to the angels with her vivacious personality and signature laugh.
Sincerely,
Aunt Cassandra
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Frank & Mary Bliven
May 30, 2019
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Anna Brearley
May 30, 2019
I went to high school with Audrey and she was a sweet loving person, always the same. Loving and kind. You all have my sympathy.
Dick Bennett
May 29, 2019
To Audrey's daughters- Your mom was a vivacious, talented, and beautiful young lady when I taught her in the 60's. I last saw her at her 50th class reunion and sat next to her . I was shocked and saddened by her passing! God bless you and your families.
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