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Russell Monteiro Obituary
Russell "Butch" L. Monteiro Jr., 52, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on April 6, 2019 at Newport Hospital.
Born in Newport, he was the son of Julia (Hurley) Monteiro of Newport and the late Curtis Grady.
Russell is survived by his mother, his three children Cierra, Shiyann and Xavier Monteiro, and his siblings Mark and LaTanya Monteiro.
Russell worked as a truck driver for various cement companies as well as a landscaper for Grass Hopper Lawn and Landscaping Company. He had a love of music and dancing and had the gift of gab!
A celebration of life for Russell will be held on Saturday, April 20th from 10am to 1pm at Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd, Newport, RI 02840, where he was a member. Burial will be private.
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Heather Bibeau
April 4, 2025
I met Mr. Monteiro on a beautiful sunny day... with my forever in my heart best friend, his daughter, Cierra Monteiro... & when I was there with them it was peaceful... Cierra´s gram made Gumbo!!! The 1st time I EVER had that & IT WAS DELICIOUS! & I remember peaceful, loving vibes... I WISH THE BEST FOR THE FAMILY! MR. RUSSELL MONTEIRO- can I just tell you something.... & I´m sure you know from the day I told you over 20 yrs ago.... "You have a life changing.. breathtaking... once in a lifetime `type´ of daughter, who I was LUCKY enough to Call my BESTFRIEND..."´ time & unleft words have set us apart but you made a beautiful best friend always that lives in my heart ... FOREVER. You were very nice to me and you made incredible baby girls and I hope that brings peace
April 23, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorrow. Butch will be missed dearly. The laughs and good times close to our hearts forever.
Love,
Calvin "Clem", Teresa, Aisha, Ahmad
April 21, 2019
Losing someone that we love never comes easy. It is truly heartbreaking. May God's promises in Isaiah 65:17 comfort and help you.
Saraceno Joann
April 19, 2019
Sorry for the Family's loss Butch will be missed RIP to Butch
Jeannine Gonzales
April 19, 2019
May his light burn brightly inside your hearts forever!
Stephen Moses
April 18, 2019
Your laugh and smile was infectious. You are missed and will never be forgotten Russell. Thank you for making life so funny.
Jeannine Gonzales
April 18, 2019
I was so shocked to read about Butch. My prayers are with you Mark and your family. May GOD give all of you strength in this sad time in your lives.
Molly Wendt
April 17, 2019
REST IN PARADISE Butchy ❤❤
I'm sure your cooking your favorite meal up there!!! Dancing to your favorite jamz! "Break dancin" that is!! You will be missed terribly! My love & condolences I send to your beautiful children & family. ❤
Kendra Abat
April 17, 2019
Sincerest condolences to the Monteiro family. Butch was loved by both sides of my family and will be truly missed ❤
Carla (Mogardo) Auguste
April 17, 2019
To the Monteiro family, I am truly sorry for your loss. It's been years since I saw him last, but I remember that warm smile. My condolences.
Joanne Pacheco
April 17, 2019
What will I miss most about Russell Monteiro...Him!
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