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James Octeau Obituary

OCTEAU, JAMES N., 54, of Smithfield, died November 8, 2011 at home. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Proulx) Octeau. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Douglas and Janet (Vezina) Octeau. James was a low-bed operator, moving heavy equipment for Northeast Transportation. A man with a great sense of humor and positive outlook on life, James loved his family, riding his Harley Davidson, traveling, and the outdoors. He was the assistant coach for Smithfield Girls Softball for many years for his daughters. Besides his wife, he leaves two daughters, Brittani P. and Rachel L.Octeau, both of Smithfield, two brothers, Jeffrey Octeau of Smithfield and Kevin Octeau of Glocester, a sister, Karen Smith of Smithfield, ten nieces, three nephews, and two great-nieces. His funeral will be held Monday at 8:45 am from the Robbins Funeral Home, 2251 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in St. Michael Church, Georgiaville. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Park. Calling hours Sunday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA of Care New England Hospice, 51 Health Lane, Warwick, RI 02886 or St. Michael Church, 80 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 12, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
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Donald D'Agostino

November 6, 2022

I will always remember the laughs shared among you and Jeff. You will never be forgotten!

shelly casey/shaw

November 24, 2011

November 24,,2012

Dear Patty ,
So sorry for the loss of your Jimmy. I hope your doing ok. My prayers are with you.
Love, Shelly Casey

Tom & Geraldine Conaty

November 18, 2011

Dear Patty & family, Jeff, Karen and Kevin,
I am truly saddened to learn of your loss. Even though we "lost touch" over the years, I remember Jimmy as a great person and friend from childhood and through our teenage years. All my memories of him and our times together are good ones. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this most difficult time.

Don D'Agostino

November 17, 2011

Please accept my deepest condolence for your loss of a wonderful individual. I remember Jim very well as we were friends in High School. My prayers are with Jim and your entire family. God Bless.

Wendy Rabitor

November 16, 2011

To the Octeau family,
I am sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you...

Donna Danty

November 16, 2011

Love & Light go with....

Joan Reilly Phillips

November 15, 2011

To Kevin Octeau and the entire Octeau family,
My family and I want express our sympathies for your loss.
God Bless, Joan & Family
Smithfield High Classmate

Bob Blanding

November 15, 2011

The entire Octeau Family,

I am so so sorry for the loss of Jimmy, he was a great guy and I know he will be missed by many.My caring thoughts go out to Karen and Brothers. Hope the great times and huge smiles keep all upbeat while going thru this unfortunate time

Vic Rodrigues

November 15, 2011

To the Octeau Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jimmy was a great guy and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

November 15, 2011

Dear Patty,Karen and the Octeau family,
Offering caring thoughts and deepest sympathies in the loss of your loved one. May you find support and comfort in your friends and family during this difficult time.

Paul and Linda(Woisard)Lawless.

Lily Ames

November 15, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jamie Carlton

November 14, 2011

Patti, Brittani, and Rachel, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Jimmy was down to earth with a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many. Let the memories find you comfort during this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeff Schenck

November 14, 2011

Dear Patty,
I,m so sorry for your loss. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with jimmy this past summer. And, in typical fashion, he wasn't concerned about his own well being. All he talked about was how he wanted to make sure you and the girls would get along without him. I'm proud to call him my best friend for many many years. I'll miss him greatly...

November 14, 2011

To the entire family of Jim, I am sorry for your loss..prayers and condolences to all. - Penny Stanley and family

Nancy Contillo

November 14, 2011

Patti and family,

I am so sorry for the loss of Jim. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family at this time.

November 14, 2011

Dear Patty and family I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband and father, I am sorry I am not able to attend the services as I am not feeling well. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers at this trying time.
Love,
Stephen

November 14, 2011

Karen, Jeff, and Kevin,
We are the family that bought your parents home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Bill, Joely, Tom, and Amber DeCristofaro

Tim Tainsh

November 13, 2011

i am very sorry for your loss, Patty, Jim and I were best friends for many years and I will miss him dearly. My deapest symphathies to all the octeau family.

Sandy DeAngelis

November 13, 2011

Patti, Karen, Kevin, Jeff, Rachel and Brittany,

There are no words that can express our sympathy on the untimely death of such a wonderful father, husband, brother and friend. Jimmy's time with us was far too short but he managed to live life to the fullest and enjoy everyday that was given to him. He was incredibly funny and amazingly courageous in his fight to live. When you feel sad just remember his quick wit, his love of life, and all the good times shared with his bike and the open road. "The beauty of a life well lived never dies...It continues to embrace and inspire us".
He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered. May you take comfort in knowing another angel is watching over you, our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

In Sympathy, Love and friendship,
Sandy, Peewee, Nick and Michaela

Brian Cotter

November 13, 2011

Patty, Karen, Kevin, Jeff and the Octeau family,

Bette and I were so sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. We hope his (and your) many friends and family will keep you warm this holiday season and beyond. His example of living through the obstacles is an inspiration to us, and many others I'm sure. Sorry we couldn't join you in person to honor his life, but please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

All our love,

Brian & Bette

November 13, 2011

My sincere sympathies to the entire Octeau family especially Jim's wife, children, brothers and sister. I will continue to keep all of you in my daily prayers. Cousin Mary Ann (Roan) L'Etoile

Russ Tinz

November 13, 2011

Jimmy jimmy, you are in the wonderful hands of the Lord. You will be missed but someday we will all be together again. Your cuz Rusty jr.

Ann Bell

November 13, 2011

My heart goes out to all of you. So sorry.

Louie & Carol Jutras

November 13, 2011

Jeff, very sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family.

Craig & Linda Lynch

November 13, 2011

Patty, Kevin, Jeff and Karen, We are so saddened by the loss of Jimmy. We will always remember the good times we had on the motercycle with him, especially the Laconia times. He was a great friend and will be greatly missed. Praying for you all at this most difficult time.

Head Hamel

November 13, 2011

Patty, Karen, and all you Octeaus:

I'm so sorry to hear about Jimmy. I hadn't seen him in years but I remember him from school and working with him briefly. I remember a guy who was an instant friend to anyone, and who could make you laugh no matter what the situation was. You can't get any better than that. I'll be keeping you and Jimmy in my thoughts and prayers.

Mark & Rebecca Octeau

November 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss

Barbara and Peter Beaudoin

November 13, 2011

Sorry to hear this sad news. Our deepest condolences to the entire Octeau family.

Phil Octeau

November 13, 2011

So sorry to hear about Jim. My deepest sympathy to your family.

rachel hamel

November 13, 2011

Sorry for your loss my prayers are with you all.

Dennis/Anne Baumlin

November 12, 2011

So sorry for your loss.

Cheryl Dragon/Dooley

November 12, 2011

Cousins are usually the first friends we have as children. No one will ever understand your crazy family like your cousins do. I have the best cousins ever and am so glad that we remained friends as we got older...love and miss you Jim....from one crazy cousin to another....

Joan & Lizz Clark-Gagnon

November 12, 2011

There are no words...Know that you're all in our thoughts and prayers...

Maureen Mahoney

November 12, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to the entire Octeau family. May the fond memories you all share help you through this difficult time. And may you find comfort in knowing he is now at peace.

God Bless,
Maureen Cotter Mahoney

Mike D'Orsi

November 12, 2011

Kevin, Please extend my condolences to your family. My thoughts are with you at your time of need...

Scott Fanning

November 12, 2011

My family's thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family in this time of need. Growing up the neighborhood would have been empty without the Octeau family. Scott Fanning and Family.

Dia Montville

November 12, 2011

To the Octeau family,
You are all in my prayers. I'm very sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. May the Lord shine His face upon you all and bring you comfort and peace knowing that Jimmy is with Him in Heaven and we will all see him again someday.
Dia L. (Black) Montville Class of 77

November 12, 2011

Patti, Karen,Jeff,Kevin,Brittany/Rachel:
I'm at a los fo words to console you all. He was such a great guy, and fought so hard. May all the memories of past good times help to get you through. We loved him like one of our own and will miss him dearly.
Love, Armand & Carole Monfils
Bradenton, Fl.

Yvette & Tony Rosati

November 12, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to all of Jimmy's family. We're so sorry for your loss. Know that we are sharing in your sorrow and lifting you up in prayer. May you feel God's comfort and grace all around you. Rest in peace, Jimmy!

Brenda Carlton

November 12, 2011

Patty, my deepest sympathy to you and the girls. Jimmy was a great man who will be missed deeply. I will hold the memories I have of him close to me heart. May God Bless you, his family & friends in this time of sorrow.

Patty Schenck

November 12, 2011

My deepest sympathy to Patty and daughters, as well as Karen, Jeff, and Kevin on the passing of Jimmy. I have alot of memories of him from childhood days playing with my brothers and me. He was a real good kid and became a real good husband and father. Rest in peace Jimmy.

November 12, 2011

Our deepest sympathies are with you through this difficult time....we are so sorry for your loss...May you find comfort in the many great memories you have shared throughout life..God Bless you all..Love Tim and Darlene Haigh

November 12, 2011

Dear Patty and family:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Love your friends, Dave and Debra (Reynolds), Shadoian and family.

November 12, 2011

Patty, Brittani, and Rachel,
Jimmy will always be remembered as a wonderful guy. He never drove by without stopping to say hi. We will all miss him and we are so sorry for your loss.

Robin, Emily, Anna, and Jeffrey Orticerio

Ernie and Kathy Almonte

November 12, 2011

Patty, Karen, Jeff and Kevin,
We are so very, very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ernie and Kathy (Nangle) Almonte.

November 12, 2011

To my long lost "cousins", I am thinking of you all and miss you all very much..
Debbie Haigh Cancelliere
Richmond, Texas

Linda Haigh - Herdt

November 12, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Jimmy ~

November 12, 2011

Jeff, Karen and Kevin words cannot express the sadness we feel over the loss of Jimmey. He is now at peace and without pain.
Marcia and Jack Haigh
Bradenton,Fl

Cheryl DeMelo

November 12, 2011

Dear Jeff and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all at this difficult time. God bless.

Roger & Cathy (Bolton) Harrington

November 12, 2011

Patty, Karen, Jeff & families:

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May Jimmy rest in peace.

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