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John O'Donnell Obituary

O'DONNELL, JOHN P., "JACK" 68, former chief of the Warwick Highway Department and deputy chief of Warwick Department of Public Works, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at Home & Hospice Care of RI. He was the beloved husband of Rhonda L. (O'Leary) O'Donnell and a son of the late Everett and Anna (Camello) O'Donnell. Jack was the loving father of John P. O'Donnell, Jr., Dawn M. O'Donnell, Thomas J. Angell and Stephanie M. O'Donnell; loving grandfather of David, Brittni, Xavier and Linden; loving great grandfather of Carter. He was the brother of Thomas O'Donnell, Robert O'Donnell, Everett O'Donnell, Carol Angell, Ann Musk, Theresa Gage, Lana LaMake and the late Catherine O'Donnell, Stephen O'Donnell and Margaret Petit. Mr. O'Donnell was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was a member of the 11th Army Calvary, Purple Heart Association, DAV, VFW Post, American Legion Post, City of Warwick Pension Board, Bradford Men's Club and the founder of the Warwick Municipal Retiree's Association. His funeral service will be held Monday, November 24, at 9:30 am in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Ave. Burial with military honors will be in RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. Visiting hours Sunday 3-7 pm. Contributions to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904, will be appreciated. Information and condolences, visit QuinnFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 20, 2014.

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Everett Musk

April 20, 2021

Hello there Uncle Jack it's been a while but I must say that you are never to far from my thoughts and prayers not a week or so that goes by I don't think of you say hi to Mom and Dad and My son Shane and let them know that I love and miss them love you Uncle I will let you go back to looking over everyone else I'm sure you still are up to that. Well you know what they say old habits are hard to break keep it up love Spanky

MARGE Jordan

November 24, 2014

Rhonda,Stephanie and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Sincerely, Marge Jordan

November 23, 2014

Our family's heart and sympathy go out to you Rhonda and your family. Jack touched many people. He was a dedicated worker and family man and was a strong advocate for us retirees. He will be sorely missed. The Dodd's and Gath's.

tracey mitchell

November 23, 2014

so sorry for your loss

Terri Heywood

November 23, 2014

Rhonda, you and your family have our deepest sympathies. May your Happy memories of Jack give you comfort during this time.

November 23, 2014

Everett and family Sorry for your loss Frank Kuras&Family

al noetzel

November 22, 2014

i was saddened to hear about jack OD... i was in Vietnam with him, in the same platoon. he was the bravest person that i had the pleasure of meeting. we went on many, many patrols together, either ambush, recon, road runner or in the jungle on our "tracks"... i was right behind OD when he hit that mine as we came out of Gia Ray. I'll never forget that day. none of us knew if he was dead or not... I thank god that jack was there to lead us.. that was a real scary time in our life... I salute you OD... I thank you for your bravery...

WAYNE KIDD

November 21, 2014

JACK YOU WAS A GREAT MAN PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY RIP

Keith Robbins

November 21, 2014

Our deepest condolences go out to all of the O'Donnell family, Jackie was a great co-worker/boss and a close friend he will be missed, but never forgotten. Keithie,Sandy and Matt

Robert Knox

November 21, 2014

To the O'Donnell family our deepest sympathy on Jacks passing. He was a good man and will remembered with fond thoughts.From the entire Knox Family.

Jane and Manny Pedroso

November 21, 2014

I hope that family and friends can be of comfort at this time, and please know that we have you in our thoughts with Jack's passing.

Frank Spaziano

November 21, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

paul wyrostek

November 21, 2014

To the O'Donnell family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on John's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mary Marchetti

November 21, 2014

One of the nicest guys I've ever met. He will be missed. Rest In Peace, Jack

Lynn Fallon-Palumbo

November 20, 2014

My heart goes out to the O'Donnell family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jack was a wonderful man and will be missed by all.

missy mccall

November 20, 2014

There are know words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss!! Jack was the GREATEST person I've ever met!!! Rest in peace my friend!! Xoxo

Keith and Stephanie Reynolds

November 20, 2014

Our condolences to the entire O' Donnell family, Jack was a wonderful man so warm and caring. He will be greatly missed.

evelyn nesbit clark

November 20, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss

Samantha Cleveland

November 20, 2014

Our love goes out to all of you, I wish there were words that could help, but as I know there are none, but knowing that you have the support of family and friends I hope that gives you comfort! We are sending our love, thoughts and prayers to all of you! Looking at this picture of Uncle Jack brings back many fond memories, cherish them! Love to all of you! Love, Samantha, Greg & Aidan

November 20, 2014

We are shocked and so sorry to hear about Jackie. Our very deepest Sympathy is with all of you at this very difficult time. God Bless.

All our Love, Uncle Johnny, Aunt Ruthy and Family

Dawn Hartington

November 20, 2014

Rhonda so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you.To Jackie's family,our deepest sympathy.
Cousin Dawn & Bud Hartington

gary lang

November 20, 2014

to the o'donnell family my deepest condolences jack was a special kind of person not many like him quick with a smile and always a gentleman rest in peace jack you are missed already god bless

dave pallante

November 20, 2014

Everett and family- sorry to hear of your loss: may God comfort you at this time.

Elmer & Fran Cobb

November 20, 2014

With sincere sympathy.

November 20, 2014

Rhonda, so sorry for your loss. Jack was a great guy we had had a lot of great laughs together. May God keep you strong and in his heart.
Mike Weber

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