William D. "Bill" Kidd

William D. "Bill" Kidd obituary, West Warwick, RI

William D. "Bill" Kidd

William Kidd Obituary

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KIDD, William David "Bill", 71, of Ormond Beach, Florida, passed away at the home of his son in Westport, MA, surrounded by his loving wife and family on Sunday, August 7, 2022. He was the beloved husband of 50 years to Donna J. (Aldrich) Kidd.
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Floyd R. and Doris (Leduc) Kidd.
Bill graduated from Warwick Veterans High School Class of 1969 and then was a member of the Rhode Island Air National
Guard. He worked for the family business', Quaker Lane Diner and Floyd's Fine Foods as well as working at Electric Boat for 11 years.
Bill went on to receive his Associate Degree as a Master Electrician from New England Institute of Technology and then worked at Hoechst Celanese in Coventry as a Master Electrician.
Bill was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, he loved everything about them! He enjoyed bowling and playing pool, but most of all, he enjoyed having a healthy debate over his favorite subject..Politics!!
Aside from his wife, he leaves his children, Nicole Lee Kidd of West Warwick, Adam Aldrich Kidd and his fiancé Tracy Amaral of Westport, MA, Evan David Kidd of Ormond Beach, FL, Christopher Michael Poliquin and his wife Rachael of Coventry and Samantha Jean Poliquin of St. Cloud, FL; 7 grandchildren; 3 siblings, Thomas Kidd and his wife Lynne of Wakefield, RI and Theodore Kidd and his wife Maddy of Arizona and the late Terri Chelis of Jamestown; brother-in-law Robert Aldrich III of Naples, FL and 3 sisters-in-law, the late Diane Poliquin, Debra Cunningham of Ormond Beach, FL and Doreen Paul of Coventry, RI. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 12, 2022 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm in the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick with a prayer service to follow at 5:00 pm. Burial will be private for the family.
Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory

659 E Greenwich Ave, West Warwick, RI 02893

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Julienne Huftalen

August 12, 2022

Dear Donna and family,

I cannot begin to express my deepest condolences over the loss of Billy.
I have known him my whole life and the intertwining of our two families is forever. After all, Billy introduced my mom and my dad years ago.
I remember get togethers all throughout my childhood and into my adulthood. As a child, you were "Auntie Donna and Uncle Billy" and I cherish those days.
Donna, you and Billy have always been there for all of the events in my life, and also my mom's life. Your friendship with my mom has always been such a comfort and I know her love for you both is incredibly strong.
Billy sure loved you, Donna. His love for you, his family and friends was unconditional and endless. That was apparent. He has been such an incredible pillar of strength for so many years from all he has been through, especially with his health. He truly was amazing. And kind. And calm. Billy was so many wonderful things and now, he has gained another magnificent gift, his wings.
Heaven has held a place for Billy and although he is no longer with us in earthly form, he will always be alive in your hearts. I pray you take comfort in your precious memories and know that you will see him again one day.
Rest in peace, "Uncle" Billy.
Love always,
Julienne

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