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Gerald Hussey Obituary
72, Pastor Emeritus of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Little Compton, and St. Madeleine Sophie Parish, Tiverton, died Saturday, March 23, 2019.
Born in Providence, a son of the late Walter J. and Evelyn (Hobin), he attended Barrington elementary schools and Barrington High School, all located in the town of Barrington.
In preparation for the priesthood, he studied at Providence College and at Pope John XXIII Seminary in Weston, Massachusetts. He was ordained a priest on November 4, 1978 at St. Brendan Parish in Riverside by the Most Reverend Kenneth A. Angell.
Father Hussey served as assistant pastor at St. Luke Parish, Barrington (1978-81); Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, West Warwick (1981-82); Mary, Mother of Mankind Parish, North Providence (1982-91); and at St. Augustine Parish, Providence (1991-96). In 1996, he was appointed pastor of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Little Compton. In 2000, Father Hussey also assumed the pastorate of St. Madeleine Sophie Parish, Tiverton, while remaining pastor of St. Catherine of Siena. Father served at St. Catherine of Siena and St. Madeleine Sophie until his retirement as Pastor Emeritus of both parishes in 2017.
Father Hussey also served as a member of the diocesan Catholic Cemeteries Board.
During his retirement, Father Hussey resided at his home in Newport and assisted at area parishes.
Father Hussey had dual citizenships for the United States of America and Ireland. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. He was vested as a Knight of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem.
He is survived by three brothers, Walter J. Hussey Jr. and his wife Julie of Rowley, MA, twin brother, John G. Hussey and his companion Katherine E. Elliott of Boston, MA and Captain Robert M. Hussey USMM and his wife Lynn Sluiter of Addison, VT; a sister, Nancy K. Hussey R.N. of Barrington; sister-in-law, Kathleen Riley of Narragansett; eight nieces and nephews and ten great nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Brian F. Hussey and uncle of the late Captain Brian F. Hussey Jr. USMC.
Visitation will be on Friday March 29, 2019 from 1 to 4 p.m. in Catherine of Siena Church, 74 Simmons Road, Little Compton followed by a Parish Mass at 4 p.m.
A Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial for the repose of Father Hussey's soul will be offered on Saturday March 30, 2019 at 11 a.m. St. Luke Church, 108 Washington Road, Barrington. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Arrangements are by the W. Raymond Watson Funeral Home, Riverside. For online condolences please visit wrwatsonfuneralhome.com
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edward pontarelli
March 20, 2020
I SAY A PRAY FOR YOU EVERY SUNDAY , IT IS VERY HARD TO FORGET YOU ,YOU WEAR A BIG PRESENCE IN MY LIFE AND MY WIFE LIFE ALSO .REST IN PEACE MY GOOD FRIEND. PS : YOU MUST KNOW THAT ALREADY
Ginny Cobb
June 6, 2019
I just found out about your passing so sorry to hear about it. You were such a wonderful person and a lot of fun.
NANCY HUSSEY
May 23, 2019
Miss you every day.
Elaine Pontarelli
March 30, 2019
Rest in peace dear friend. You were such a large presence in life. It will be difficult to imagine the world without you in it. Elaine and Anthony Pontarelli
James Greenbaum
March 30, 2019
I miss you. God Bless.
Kathleen Lentini
March 29, 2019
To the Hussey Family, My condolences to all of you. We grew up with Gerald and he was a very kind person and had a infectious smile. He will truly be missed. May he rest in peace. Kathy (Gallagher) Lentini
Helen & Jim LAFRANCOIS
March 29, 2019
To the Hussey family
Know that Father Hussey has been in our thoughts and prayers since his passing. He was always very welcoming to all who needed assistance. He will be greatly missed. Rest in God's peace Father Hussey.
March 28, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hussey family during this sad time.
During our time as parishioners at St. Catherine's, we had the privilege to come to know Fr. Hussey as a special priest and person. He inspired many of us with his sermons. He will be missed by all who came to know him.
God speed, Fr. Hussey
Mary Lou and Joe Renquin
Annie West Ring
March 28, 2019
I remember that day in Barrington when you were ordained a priest. I will never forget all the fun and laughs we had back in the 70's. I am so grateful to you for celebrating my mother's funeral mass in East Greenwich. No words can describe how sad I am. My sincere sympathy to your family. You were taken too soon. Until we meet again, rest in peace my friend.
March 28, 2019
Dear Walter and Julie,
Sorry to hear of Gerry's passing.
Cynthia and Stan
Christine McCormick Murphy
March 27, 2019
Remembering the good times with a 70's friend in Newport who always made you laugh and left you uplifted. You not only left your mark , but you also sadly left too soon. The T friends....
Mary Agnes Langlois-Fennessey
March 27, 2019
Father Hussey has been an integral part of the Langlois family since he was a young priest at Christ the King parish with my Uncle Oscar, Father Ferland. His homilies were always inspirational when we attended mass at St. Catherine's. His off the cuff remarks showed a wonderful sense of humor. Speaking at my mother's funeral, he provided my family with comfort when we sorely needed it. The world has lost with his passing. He will be missed and mourned.
Annette Melucci
March 27, 2019
To Walter and Julie,
Sorry for your loss.
Eileen Gomes
March 27, 2019
Father Hussey was very good to us when my son and husband passed His homily touched the hearts of all We will miss him and we send our prayers and love to his family
A Parishioner of MMM
March 27, 2019
Thoughts & prayers to the Hussey family during this most difficult time.....Fr. Hussey was a breath of fresh air to Mary Mother of Mankind parish back in the 70's. He will be missed by many....
M/M Robert Paul
March 27, 2019
It is with our deepest sympathy that we learned of Fall Hussey's passing into eternal life. He will be remembered in our daily prayers and at our Mass attendance.
May our God give him eternal rest.
Rae Holland-Long
March 27, 2019
Fr. Hussey your sermons were such an inspiration. You always made the summer people so welcomed to St. Catherine's. Your compassion was notible and your Irish wit enjoyable. You will be missed by all who had the great privilege of knowing you.
edward pontarelli
March 27, 2019
YOU WILL BE WELL MISSED MY FRIEND, THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME, GOD BLESS.PS:LEAVE THE BIG GUY ALONE UP THERE.SINCERELY YOURS ED & CINDY PONTARELLI
joan saunders
March 27, 2019
Father Hussey's wit, strength and spirit will
always remain with those who knew were lucky enough to have known him. Till we meet again!
paul kiernan
March 27, 2019
jay,janet and family
i'm so sorry for you loss my thoughts and prayers
are with at this time .
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