David P. Jarvais

1962 - 2024

Riverside|David Paul Jarvais, 62, of Riverside, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Patricia Arel with whom he shared 30 years.



Born in Fall River, MA, on May 25, 1962, he was the son of the late Leo and Theresa (Jalbert) Jarvais.



David is an honorary lifetime member of the Warren Fire Department and served as an active firefighter on Engine 4 & 5. He continued his civic duty by serving on the Warren Rescue Squad for many years.



David earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Education and worked as a school teacher.



He was a lifelong and devoted Catholic of St. Mary of the Bay Parish in Warren.



In addition to his wife, David is survived by his daughters, Celeste Robitaille, Jasmynn Arel, Angel Arel, and his son Donald Arel; mother, Theresa Jarvais; siblings, Leo Jarvais Jr., Joanne Bryden, Cathy Impellizzeri, Debra Duarte and Steven Jarvais; granddaughter Isabelle Robitaille. David is also survived by six nephews, four nieces, three great nephews, two great nieces and two great-great nieces.



Services are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd. Warren, RI, where the family will receive relatives and guests for Visitation on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 4-8PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 10AM in St. Mary of the Bay Parish, 645 Main St. Warren, RI 02885. Burial will follow at St. Mary of the Bay Cemetery, Vernon St. Warren, RI 02885.



For directions or tributes, please visit: www.wjsmithfh.com.