Richard P. LeTendre

Richard P. LeTendre obituary, Cumberland, RI

Richard P. LeTendre

Richard LeTendre Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J. J. Duffy Funeral Home on Jun. 6, 2025.

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CUMBERLAND
Richard P. LeTendre, 82, of Cumberland passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025 at Hope Health in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Gladys (Zea) LeTendre and they had been married for the past 52 years.
Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Oscar and Regina (Bourgault) LeTendre. He resided in Cumberland for most of his life, previously residing in Pawtucket.
Mr. Letendre was a United States Air Force veteran, serving during the Vietnam era.
Richard was employed as Computer Technician for the Millstone Nuclear Power for 17 years until his retirement in 2003.
Richard enjoyed being outdoors, working in the yard, tending to the garden and orchard. He loved working with his hands. Those who love him will remember him for his kind and gentle nature, who's compassion and love knew no bounds.
In addition to his beloved wife Gladys, he leaves his two sons, Marc LeTendre of Cumberland and Richard "Rick" LeTendre and his late wife Bernadette M. (Hamilton) of Attleboro; and his grandson, Oscar LeTendre.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to Richard's Life Celebration to be held with Visiting Hours on Monday, June 9, 2025 from 5 to 8 PM in the J. J. Duffy Funeral Home, 757 Mendon Road, Rt. 122, Cumberland. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 PM, followed by military honors at the funeral home.
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