Edward V. Serafin

Edward Serafin Obituary

SERAFIN, EDWARD V., 70, of No. Providence, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 5, 2008, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Joyce R. (Kafalas) Serafin for fifty-one years. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Martin and Anna (Kamfonik) Serafin.

Mr. Serafin owned the former E.V.S. Tool & Die in Harrisville for twenty-three years before his retirement in 1985. He enjoyed playing his piano and golfing, and was a member of Louisquisset Country Club in No. Providence. He was a communicant of St. Maria Goretti Church in Pawtucket.

Besides his wife, he leaves two daughters, Deborah Ciummo and her husband Michael of Harrisville and Joan Mancinho and her husband Mark of Barrington, a son, Christopher Serafin of Warwick and his wife Jennifer of Wakefield, two sisters, Helen Malo and Frances Melnyk, both of No. Smithfield, nine grandchildren and one great-grandson.

His funeral will be held Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 8:30 AM from the Holt Funeral Home, 510 So. Main St., Woonsocket with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Maria Goretti Church, 165 Power Rd., Pawtucket. Burial will follow in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Church St., No. Smithfield. Calling hours are Wednesday from 5-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of RI, 757 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910. www.holtfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 8, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Serafin

9 Entries

Bill (Alton, Jr.) and Cindy Wiley

July 21, 2008

Dear Joyce and The Serafin Family--We were deeply saddened to learn of Ed's passing. He was a very nice man who will be greatly missed here at Louisquisset. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Ron D'Agostino

July 17, 2008

Chris and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I liked Ed very much and enjoyed working with him. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry I wasn't at the services.

Roberta Giordano

July 8, 2008

Debbie and family; I am so sorry to read about the loss of your father, Deb. As you know, I dont do well with matters of the "father-daughter" heart. You stood by my side 25 years ago when my dad passes away, and I will never forget; I have a special place for you in my heart. I will pray for your father, and for all of your family, the the Lord helps you all through this difficult time. Please call me

Gina (Campopiano)Akkaoui

July 8, 2008

Dear Serafin Family,
I was so sad today to hear about your loss. I just wanted to send a note to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. You truly are a wonderful family.

Laine Cullen

July 8, 2008

I've known Ed for over 20 years and remember how much my father, Ralph, use to enjoy playing golf with him. I can still hear his beautiful piano music filtering out of the windows of his condo . Many times I just stood outside and enjoyed it. I'll miss that and the wonderful and gentle person that he was . My thoughts and prayers to Joyce and all of his family.

Leatrice (Bennett) Felicio

July 8, 2008

My heart goes out to you Joyce and your family. we have been where your at and we feel your pain. Our prayers go out to you all. Know that God is with you in your time of sorrow.

Judge Alton Wiley

July 8, 2008

Dear Joyce and Ed's family; Please accept Maryann and my condolences on Ed's passing. He was a great friend and golfing buddy. Our prayers are with you.

Ruth Pontarelli

July 8, 2008

Joyce, Debbie, Joan, Chris and family, I can't tell you how sorry we are for the loss of Ed. You have so many great memories of him as a husband and your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with all. He will be dearly missed.
Sincerely, Ruth (Ciummo) and Jim Pontarelli
Here is a beautiful poem that says it all.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.