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Dolores Richard Obituary
Born in Pawtucket, a daughter of the late James Francis and Mary (Horan) Sheridan, she lived in Warren for 11 years and wintered in Estero, Florida.
Mrs. Richard was an elementary teacher for the Portsmouth School Department for 22 years, before retiring in 1991. She taught for many years at the Melville Elementary School. Mary was a graduate of Providence College Class of 1972 and received a Masters Degree in Education at Rhode Island College Class of 1975.
Mrs. Richard was a communicant and member of the Women's Guild at Our Lady of Light Church in Estero, FL. She was a member of the Providence College Alumni Association, the Mal Brown Society, the Autism Society of America, the American Association of University Women and the Red Hat Society.
Besides her husband of 53 years, she is survived by two sons; Jeffrey M. Richard of Mendon, MA and Terence A. Richard of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, four daughters; Dawn S. Davies of Wayland, MA, Rosemary A. Richard-See of Redwood Shores, CA, Colleen M. McCabe of Marlborough, MA and Maureen E. Miller of East Greenwich, RI, a brother; James Sheridan of Norwood, MA and eleven grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Barbara Haley, Claire Walsh and Lois Sheridan.
Her funeral will be held on Tuesday, August 28 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8:45 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Calling hours are Monday 4-8 p.m. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Dolores's memory to Massachusetts General Hospital, Pulmonary Vascular Disease Program, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114, Attn: Dr. Aaron Waxman, MD PHD, or VNA of R.I., 622 George Washington Highway, Lincoln, RI 02865, or the Autism Alliance of Metrowest, 14 East Central Street, Natick, MA 01760, Attn: Ms. Nanette Ohlman, would be deeply appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dolores Richard
Margaret Davies
September 23, 2007
Dear Grammy,
I always think about you and how sweet you were to me. You will always be in my heart no matter how far away you are from me. I hope to see you in another life. Love, Mae
Ricky Davies
September 23, 2007
Dear Grammy,
You will always be in my heart no matter how far our distance apart will be. When I found out about your death I thought it wasn't true. When I got to school 2 weeks later my friends helped me cheer up. Even though it is hard to believe you are not here I still think of you and Papa everyday. I remember every year for Christmas getting together in Rhode Island to celebrate. The best part of it was seeing you, Papa and the rest of the family. Everyone was just so happy. Just remember you will always be in my heart. You will never leave it. See you soon.
Love,
Ricky
Valerie Geiss
September 5, 2007
Dear Rosemary,
I am so sad to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you. There are no doubt so many things that you loved about her. Collect and treasure them -- those parts of her you recall with joy will remind you of her good company. I send you a long hug.
My sympathies and regards,
John Carr
September 4, 2007
Terry,
Since I was away on vacation last week, I just received the news of your mother's passing. Nita and I are very sorry for your loss and extend our sincerest sympathies.
John & Nita Carr
Cindy Taylor
September 4, 2007
Terry,
May you find peace in all your memories of your Mother. My thoughts and prayer are with you during this difficult time.
Mary & Harry Chung
August 31, 2007
Dear Rosemary,
Our deepest sympathy to you, Richard & your family. This John Donne poem says it all for us. "No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the Continent; a part of the main; if a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as well as if a manor of thy friends or of thine own were; any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind; And therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee."
Sarah and Andrew Williams
August 30, 2007
Rosemary,
I can't express how deeply pained I was to hear the news you'd lost your dear mother. What a long struggle it had been for her. As your "sis" I feel like another member of your family. I so enjoyed the times I had with Dolores, and especially treasure the happy memories of her at your wedding celebrations as your bridesmaid. Dolores was a great lady indeed, with huge spirit, which lives on in you and your family. I am thinking of all of you. Andrew was terribly sad when I told him, and wanted me to send his condolences, too. You are in both of our thoughts and prayers, and we send much love.
Kathryn Scribner
August 30, 2007
Rosemary,
I am so saddened by your mother's passing. She was truly a star, and a role model for many, including me. Her light shines on in you and your sisters.
Maureen Miller
August 30, 2007
Mom and Memar, thank you for being such a beautiful, kind person. Our lives will never be the same. We miss you so much, and we know that you walk forever in God's light. Love, Steve, Maureen and Brenna
Linda Berard
August 29, 2007
Dear Uncle Gene and Cousins,
Please accept my deepest condolences. I always admired Aunt Delores' quick wit and humor. You are in my prayers and my thoughts.
Love
Linda (Richard)Berard
Decatur, GA.
Christine Nash
August 29, 2007
Terry,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take comfort in knowing that she is at peace.
Elizabeth Erickson
August 29, 2007
TR, I my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you have many fond memories to fall back on to brighten your days. EE
stephanie Nardoza - Camille
August 29, 2007
Dear Mr. Richard, Jeff, Terrance,Dawn, Rosemary, Colleen and Maureen. The Nardoza family shares in your grief at this sad time. Your mom meant so much to us. My Mom will miss all those lunches with Delores and their special friendship. They were friends a long time ever since the "Twin Mothers Club". We have wonderful memories and hold her close to our hearts. May your strong faith in God get you through this difficult time.
Wanda Richard
August 29, 2007
Gene and Children-
I was so saddened to here about Dolores,a truly lovely woman. My family and I are thinking of you and yours.
Fondly-
Wanda & Family
Kavita Sharma
August 28, 2007
Dear TR,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Yan Cook
August 28, 2007
Many blessings to your family in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you..
Lynn Folk
August 28, 2007
Terry and Family,
My deepest sympathies for you lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Sheridan Jr.
August 27, 2007
Dear Uncle Gene,
You and your family have my deepest condolences. Aunt Dolores was a wonderful woman.
Jerry Salazar
August 27, 2007
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Adrian Thomas
August 27, 2007
Terry and family,
My sympathy to you all at this time of loss. My thoughts are with you.
Ron Bandekow
August 27, 2007
TR,
I am sorry for your loss. If you are a sample of the person that Delores was, your mother was truly a great person.
Chuck Wolfe
August 27, 2007
My deepest sympathy for your loss. May God comfort you all during this time.
Peg Triplett
August 27, 2007
TR,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. It is difficult to lose your mother at any age.
Jeffrey Richard
August 27, 2007
Mom,you will be greatly missed by all of us.Lill,Felicia,Anthony,and Diana
Love,Jeff
Darrell Lee
August 27, 2007
Our love and deepest sympathy go out to your family. Sheri has left a great legacy. May your hearts be comforted and the love God fill your souls is our sincere prayer.
Kim and Darrell Lee and Family
Danny, Kelli, Heather, Haley Bushman
August 27, 2007
Our deepest sympathy on the lose of your loved one. May the support of family and friends comfort you in this grieving time.
Hap & Natalie Auch III
August 27, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss.
Randy Greene
August 27, 2007
My condolences on your loss.
Walter Oberbeck
August 27, 2007
TR, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Christine Will
August 27, 2007
Many blessings to your family in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...
...And He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain;
She now lives in a beautiful place :)
Terri Bryant
August 27, 2007
With deepest sympathies.
Margie Coger
August 27, 2007
Terry, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May your wonderful memories of your Mother bring you peace.
Marlene and Robert Richard
August 26, 2007
We will miss Sheri's sense of humor and laughter. She was always thoughtful and caring of everyone around her. We share in your grief.
Terence Richard
August 26, 2007
Rest in Peace my beautiful and radiant Mother
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