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1943
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2026
Philip Coombs Obituary
Philip was a jet engine mechanic and a civil service employee for over 30 years until his retirement. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War.
He leaves his loving brother, Paul D. Coombs & his wife Helene of Charlestown. Cherished uncle of Sonia M. White & her husband Neil of Exeter, John P. Coombs & his wife Renata of Coventry, granduncle of Marissa Faustein, Amber Coombs, Madison White, Karli Pityer & her husband Christopher, Thamires Zigante, & great-granduncle of Siena Faustein, Maia Faustein, Joaquin Ferreira, Liz Ferreira, & Noah Pityer.
His funeral service will be held Friday, January 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM in THE CRANSTON-MURPHY FU
NERAL HOME of WICKFORD, 140 West Main Street, Wickford Village, North Kingstown. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to the Disabled American Veterans P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 will be appreciated.
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Jack Horneman
January 24, 2026
A brother in arms and room mate for 3 years in the USAF in England. RIP Brother
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Charlene and Jr Clavette
January 5, 2026
Our deepest sympathy. Rest in peace Phil
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