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Edward Colvin Obituary
72, passed away Monday, November 6, 2017 at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of Janice M. (DiGennaro) Colvin for 43 years and a son of the late Thomas and Marion (Whelpley) Colvin. Edward was a union carpenter for Local #94 for 50 years. He was a perfectionist when it came to his work as a skilled craftsman with wood. He especially enjoyed helping family and friends with their construction projects. Edward was the father of Edward Colvin, Jr. (Kandace), and Kimberly Seebeck (John); brother of Robert Colvin, Viola Copenhaver, and the late Arthur and Richard Colvin, Marion Leach, and Janet Becker; grandfather of Tatum and Tessa Seebeck, Matthew and Jack Colvin; lifelong friend of Billy Turner. Edward loved children and animals especially his dog, Timmy. He also enjoyed boating, fishing, golf, and yard work.
Visiting hours will be held Friday, November 10, 2017 from 4-6 pm with a service to follow at 6 pm in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to A Wish Come True, Inc., (a charity for children), 1010 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI 02888 will be appreciated. Information and condolences at TheQuinnFuneralHome.com
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John A Jackson '71, President
November 14, 2017
Dear Mrs. Colvin, Ed and Family,
Please know the Bishop Hendricken Community shares in your loss.
E. Turgeon Construction Corporation
November 10, 2017
We are saddened to hear of Ed's passing. He was a fine carpenter and superintendent with a passion for perfection. It was a pleasure knowing him and working alongside him. He will be missed.
Bradley Draycott
November 10, 2017
I worked with Ed over 30 years ago. He was always very conscientious about his work. Best of luck to you Ed in the great beyond
Brad Draycott
Turgeon Construction
candase patenaude
November 8, 2017
Dear Janice
I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you
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November 8, 2017
Very sorry for your loss to Jan, and the entire family ! Our prayers are with you,
Love ya,
Diane and Tom Kurowski
Arline Cusick
November 8, 2017
Jan & Family
So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Arline Cusick
V S
November 8, 2017
Condolences to the family. sorry for your loss. May the God of peace surround and comfort you during this time of sorrow. Psalms 71:21
Roberta Mulcahey
November 8, 2017
Dear Jan, Edward and Kim,
I am very sorry for your loss. Eddie was a great next door neighbor when Christine and I lived on Damon Ave.
May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Roberta
November 7, 2017
When we were in the boat out in Brush Neck cove in back of Bobby Enos's house Eddy saved me from probably drowning in the mud.We were around 16.
Nancy Colvin webster
November 7, 2017
Rip cousin Eddy love you.
Debra Devlin
November 7, 2017
Remembering when I was a kid swimming in Uncle Eddie's pool with my cousins! Good times..memories I will always cherish!
God be with you all during this difficult time.
Uncle.....my Mom, your Mom and Dad and siblings that have passed on are waiting for you..see you again someday love you❤
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