Richard Goyette Obituary
73, of Pawtucket, passed away Friday, March 15, 2019. He was the beloved husband for 48 years of Joan (Hagen) Goyette. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Edward C. and Mildred (Gorton) Goyette. Richard was a Sergeant in the Air Force, serving in the Vietnam War. He then worked as a Database Administrator for the Providence Journal for 28 years until his retirement.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two children, Rick Goyette and fiancé Elizabeth, and Lisa Minchillo and husband Keith; three grandchildren, Conor and Emma Goyette, and Joshua Minchillo; one sister, Irene Latraverse; and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Robert J. Goyette.
Dick was a fond gardener and was a fervent fan of both the Red Sox and 10-pin bowling and the consummate host to all close family gatherings. During his earlier days he was active in youth sports as a baseball coach and board member of Pineview Little League. In later years he was active with veteran groups and was proud to assist veterans as they transitioned home from the most recent conflicts.
His funeral will be held Friday at 9am in the Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage Street, Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in Saint Cecilia Church of Saint John Paul II Parish, 1253 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket. Burial with Military Honors will be in Saint Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours Thursday from 4-7pm in the funeral home. www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
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CC
December 10, 2023
Miss you wonderful friend !!!!!!!!
BOB HAGEN
May 26, 2019
I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HE WAS A GREAT BROTHER IN LAW AND THAT HE WAS ALSO MY BROTHER. I NEVER HEARD A BAD WORD ABOUT HIM IN 50 YEARS, HE WAS THE BEST OF THE BEST, R I P BROTHER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, GOD SPEED DICK GOYETTE.
Lopez
March 25, 2019
God cares for you and will be by your side during these difficult times and beyond.
1 Peter 5:6,7
Margie Bucci
March 23, 2019
Joanie and children I' m so sorry for your loss . I messed up I thought the wake was Friday when I checked to see the time I realized the funeral was Friday. I m so sorry I missed the wake and seeing all of you.
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Rachael I dunn
March 22, 2019
Lisa I'm sorry for your loss. That is for all of your family. . Stay strong. .. I know you're a strong women! ! ! Xoxo rae dunn
Bill Rapp
March 21, 2019
Joan and Family, I miss his great laugh, wicked sense of humor and all the fun times we had together on Clews St. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. With much affection. Bill Rapp
Stephanie Accetta
March 21, 2019
Rick and family, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Sending you prayers and thoughts to you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories of your father help you through this time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Stephanie Accetta
Nancy Crawley
March 21, 2019
To Richard's family,kindly accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. Dock was a fab in our class at HT and CF. Kind and always smiling. God speed to you Richard. Nancy Crawley
Diane Wilson
March 20, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Ellen Schwab
March 20, 2019
Lisa and family, sending prayers and hugs. Cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Your special angel wil be watching over all of you. Ellen
John Sullivan
March 19, 2019
Dear Joan and Family I am so sorry for your loss, Dick was a great guy always had a smile on his face. You are in my Prayers Love Cousin Jonnie Sullivan
Kathy (Matuszek) Martin Menard
March 19, 2019
Dear Joan and Family, Please accept my sincere sympathy for the passing of your dear Husband, Dad and Grandfather. Richard and I graduated from Holy Trinity School and Central Falls High School together. As is usually the case, when you're a good person as a child, you grow in ways that are beyond wonderful~~~~as Richard did. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Kathy
Teri Bertrand-Stoneking
March 19, 2019
Joan, Lisa and Rick. My deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. I know how much of arock he was to his family and the grief will be a hard journey. Trust that God will give you all the strength you need from your soul to deal with each day. I met him only once at your salon but heard nothing but love and caring for him from you and your Mom. Just know that God has another Angel around His throne tonight. Love, Teri
Irene Laramee
March 19, 2019
To Joan and family , I am so sorry for your loss . Just know that Richard will always live on with you . You have so many memories of him that will remain in your heart forever. May you find peace in those beautiful memories. Love Irene laramee
muriel woodcock
March 19, 2019
Joan and family, so sorry for your loss. May he RIP.
Carol Cardillo
March 19, 2019
Joan, Rick, and Lisa, Conor and Emma, I was saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was a good neighbor with an infectious laugh... My thoughts are with you.
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Janice Deming
March 18, 2019
JOAN AND FAMILY. SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I AM SORRY I WON T BE ABLE TO MAKE IT TO SEE YOU ALSO, BUT MY HEART IS WITH ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME...love Janice And Walter Deming.
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