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BUZZI, John J. 83, formerly of Chapel Road, Barrington, RI, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2010. He was the husband of Marie Hazel (Wood) Buzzi. Born in Milton, MA, a son of the late John and Mary (Fontana) Buzzi, he lived in Barrington for 50 years and Riverside since 2004. Mr. Buzzi served in the United States Navy for 22 years serving during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam Era. Upon retiring, he worked for Browne and Sharpe and the State of Rhode Island. John was a greeter, usher and communicant of St. Luke Church. He was a life member of the West Barrington Men's Club, former officer of the Bristol County Elks, member of the Riverside Bishop Hickey Council Knights of Columbus and a member of the Tin Can Sailors Association of the U.S. Navy Destroyer Veterans and the Fleet Reserve Association, being a Past President of this group. His passions in life were carpentry, gardening, traveling with his children and enjoying his dog; Max. Besides his wife of 61 years, he leaves an extended loving family of 6 daughters; Marie and her husband Peter Carreiro of Barrington, Karen and her husband Richard McLaughlin of Warwick, Kathy and her husband Russell Woodward of Port St. Lucy, FL, Debra and her husband David Wieners of Fulton, NY, Donna and her husband Randall Lee of Londonderry, NH, MaryJo and her husband Franklin Osgood of Providence, 3 sons; James Buzzi and his wife Maria of Riverside, Jon Buzzi of Pascoag and Andrew Buzzi of Boston, MA. He was the grandfather of 18; Allison, Erica, Lindsay, Ryan, Chris, Jamie, Jessica, Adam, Sereth, Crossy, Brendan, Cara, Terren, Caity, Mike, Melissa, Nick and Eric. He was the great grandfather of 3; Elijah, Jack and Luca. He was the brother of Marie Leone of Mashpee, MA and the uncle to Michael and Jan Leone. Calling hours will be held on Friday March 12, 2010 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the W. Rymond Watson Funeral Home 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday March 13, 2010 at 10 am in St. Luke Church, Washington Road, Barrington. Burial with Military Honors will be held in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in John's memory to The Scholarship Fund, Elks Lodge #1860, PO Box 226, Bristol, RI, 02809 would bedeeplyappreciated. www.wrwatsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Mar. 10, 2010.

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Beth Barker

March 27, 2010

Dear Mrs. Buzzi and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Growing up in the neighborhood I remember Mr. Buzzi's kind, patient ways and quiet sense of humor. He was an example to all of us who had the good fortune to meet him.
Sincerely,
Beth (Bourassa) Barker

March 17, 2010

Dear Kathy:
We have been away and just saw this today. We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Our sincere and deepest sympathies to you and Karen and all of your brothers, sisters and especially your mom. Hope all else is well with you, Russ and Ryan....we also noticed that you are now "snowbirds". Our very best wishes.. Love, Sandy and Ed

Skip McCabe

March 13, 2010

I am deeply sorry for your loss...My heart goes out to the entire family. I met him a few times with Russ and Kathy and enjoyed his upbeat spirit!

Al Petras

March 12, 2010

As a friend of Andy Buzzi, I was deeply saddened to hear of his father's death. My heartful sympathy goes out to him, and the rest of his family.

Sara Jane Vollaro

March 12, 2010

My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. I was an officer at the Elks with John and he was a very careing and devoted man. He would always share his stories about the Navy with me as we both sat in the back of the lodge room before our meetings. He will be sadly missed by all.

Pam (Velleca) Benevides

March 12, 2010

Dear Jim,

So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Bill McQuade

March 12, 2010

Karen and Kathy,
So sorry to hear about your father's passing. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers. Best wishes to your mom.

Bill Mcquade

Rubens Machado

March 11, 2010

Andy, I'm very sorry for the loss of your father. God bless you.

Pamela & George Fantacone

March 11, 2010

Mrs. Buzzi and family,
We extend our deepest sympathy and sorrow.

Deborah Noyes-Ezovski

March 11, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Kathleen Norkus

March 11, 2010

Karen & Kathy

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Janet, Ray & Kathleen

March 11, 2010

Dear Kathy and Karen,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
Bob and Mary Bushee

Luisa Pacheco

March 11, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Luisa Pacheco

Bill Lee

March 11, 2010

Mrs Buzzi and family

I had the greatest respect for Mr Buzzi. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

March 10, 2010

Hazel and family. So sorry for your loss. Buzzi will be greatly missed by many. My daughter and I had the pleasure of meeting him when we became your neighbors across the street just over 1 year ago. We also enjoyed conversations together. Our prayers are with you at this time. With our deepest sympathies,
Christine and Nikita DeBarros

March 10, 2010

I know John from the WBMC; he was always gracious and supportive for the club.
Regards, Gene Clauss

March 10, 2010

Dear Marie and Family: So very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was so very well liked by everyone who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Walt and Mary Beth Checko

Raymond Bullock

March 10, 2010

Hi John,

You were faithful to your call both to God and to your fellow travelers on this road through life. Thank you for your service to others in your community and to the country you so loved.

A respectful friend,

mariann christ

March 10, 2010

Dear Karen and Kathy - So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
SIncerely,
Mariann (Andreozzi) Christ

March 10, 2010

My deepest sympathies to all. To Mrs. Buzzi and the twins: I remember you with great fondness. My very best in this sad time, Louise Ciallella.

March 10, 2010

Dear Marie,
My sympathy goes out to you and your family. I know how much your Dad meant to you. Know that you are in my prayers at this time.
Sincerely, Cindy Toolin

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