Joseph Edward Ledwith

Joseph Edward Ledwith obituary, Westerly, RI

Joseph Edward Ledwith

Joseph Ledwith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home - Westerly on Jul. 24, 2025.
Joseph Edward Ledwith, beloved husband for 56 years of Jessica (Abramson) Ledwith, of Chestnut Court, Westerly, passed away at his home on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at the age of 85.
Born in Westerly, he was the son of the late Christopher and Margaret Ledwith.
Joseph was a friend to many and he was a music lover, introducing many Westerly natives to the Blues. He enjoyed surfing and traveling, and was known for his green thumb.
Joseph leaves behind his 11 children, Rebecca, Joseph, Katie, Marnie, Chris, John, Keala, Jimmy, Rosa, Maria and Joseph; his sister Jean Nardone; 21 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Joseph's Life on Monday, July 7th from 3pm – 6pm at Grey Sail Brewery, 63 Canal Street, Westerly. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly is in charge of the arrangements.

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