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Smith-Mason Funeral Home - Riverside

398 Willett Avenue

Riverside, Rhode Island

John Soteros Obituary

SOTEROS, JOHN B. of Barrington died Tuesday. He was the beloved husband of Marie (Bochichio) Soteros. Born in Detroit, MI he was a son of the late George and Katherine (Guerney) Soteros. He was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War. John was a barber and owner of John's Barber Shop for 56 years in Riverside. Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter Christine Fiero and her husband Albert of Rehoboth and three grandsons, Austin, Ethan and Travis Fiero. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 9 AM from the Smith-Mason Funeral Home, 398 Willett Avenue, Riverside with a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 10 AM in St. Luke's Church, 108 Washington Road, Barrington with Burial and Military Honors in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Providence. Calling hours are Friday 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence 02904 or St. Jude's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Visit smithmason.com for on line condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for John Soteros

19 Entries

John Thayer

March 7, 2016

About 8 years ago I was financially struggling and a friend told me about a barber who offered $3 haircuts for the unemployed. Trying to save every cent I could, I ventured over to Riverside Square. When I walked in I was blown away by the ambiance. And John immediately made me feel like I had been going there for years even though I just met him. The big birthday sign on the wall made me wonder how old could he be? Because he certainly didn't seem to be a man in his 80's. He was vital, a fascinating conversationalist and gave a great shave and cut. As I became a regular over the years, I grew more appreciative of what gift the experience was of visiting him and his shop. A gift I began sharing with my young son who would get a kick out of how John called him 'Babe' and always was delighted when John would insist he take more candy from that special drawer. John was a special man and his shop was magical with its walls of history.

I'm so glad my son and I were able to experience John and his shop. A place where a kind man cared enough to offer $3 haircuts to those in need.

He is missed. My condolences to you his family.

Everett Santagata

March 2, 2016

Just found out about John passing and I am so sorry for your loss. John has cut my hair for many years and he was a good man, he will truly be missed. I always looked forward going to the barber shop because John always had some interesting stories and he was a good barber.

Patty Monteleone

February 29, 2016

I just found out today of John's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

James Farley

February 28, 2016

Was a customer of John's for over 12 years. Among the last of a breed. John the barber : ) no foo foo salon. He will be missed. John, thank you for your service to country and your service to your customers. RIP

Bronwyn Ellis

February 24, 2016

My deepest sympathy to your family. While I didn't know John well, he cut my three young sons' hair. He was great with my boys and they were always excited to go to "barber john's"! He was a great part of our community.

David Flodin

February 20, 2016

I'm very sorry for your loss, although I didn't know John personally I knew him from cutting my hair. I enjoyed his company and stories while he cut my hair, I will truly miss John. Thanks John for all your great service and friendly personally.

Rita Phillips

February 20, 2016

Dear Marie & family, My sincere condolences to all of you. Take care and God Bless!

Kathy Coyne

February 19, 2016

To John's Family,
I am so sorry to hear about John's passing! I use to take my Dad to John for his haircuts ! He was such a sweet guy who we loved chatting with! My father was elderly so John would greet us at the door with a walker with wheels and take my father to the chair! My family is of Greek decent and my father loved the fact that John had some Greek in him! It was an honor to know such a wonderful kind hearted man! He will be greatly missed by ALL!

Rick Bushnell

February 19, 2016

Deepest sympathies to John's family. He was the barber for three generations of my family. He will be missed by the community.
Rick Bushnell

Michelle DuPont

February 19, 2016

Christine and family...Very sorry for your loss. Sincere sympathy for you and your family. May God console and comfort you with strength, love and peace.

Leonard & Rose Christopher

February 19, 2016

Our Hearfelt Love Thoughts n Prayers are with all of you at this difficult time . May God Bless you n give you comfort & Peace to help you & your Family through it . May you Rest in Peace John Our Love n Deepest Sympathy Lenny & Rose

phil Tirrell

February 19, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the family.John cut my hair for over 25 years and is hard to replace as both as a barber and a friend.

February 19, 2016

This generous, unselfish and hardworking man was a model of versatility and kindness. He never asked for a "thank you".... He had a brave, soft-spoken bearing rarely seen. God bless you,our friend.
Marty and Nat

Janice Fagan

February 18, 2016

So very sorry for your loss and will pray that you will have the strength to face the days ahead. With Sincere Sympathy.

Bill Thomas

February 18, 2016

I could always count on good conversation and a great haircut from John. I was so pleased to introduce my son to him for haircuts also. he faithfully went every 2 weeks for his "John the barber' haircut. I was also pleased my son got a chance to see what an old time barber shop looked, smelled, and sounded like, unlike the "Salons" of today. My most sincere condolences to his wife (who always came to pick him up) and his family, friends, and my fellow haircutees who will very much miss our friend, John the barber.

SFC(ret) James J. Buckley Jr

February 18, 2016

To the Soteros Family: So very sorry for your loss, I had the opportunity to share many heartfelt conversation while he cut my hair for the last twenty five years, and will always remember walking into the barber shop on a slow afternoon and seeing John taking a nap in the chair or walking in the shop on a Saturday morning to standing room only when half of Riversides old timers boys and parents were waiting for their turn in the chair. RIP John.

Maureen Kingma

February 18, 2016

Marie, Christine, and family...my deepest sympathy to you all for the loss of John. May God console you and comfort you with love and peace.

Debbie Souza

February 18, 2016

Please accept our condolences in the loss of your loved one. As you reflect on your lives together, remember the joy, the special moments, and the unique memories you shared. May you find peace at this difficult time, knowing that God is watching over you.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Debbie, Artie and Kyle Souza

Craig Fournier

February 18, 2016

He cut my hair for over twenty years. He never wasted a second after I walked into his shop to start busting my chops. Then, after I married his niece, it was open season on me. I will miss his wit, his humor, his propensity to know about all things everywhere. I will miss seeing him poking around on his scooter(s). I will miss him! He has left an everlasting indelible mark on my life...and I will be forever grateful for that. Rest in peace Uncle Johnny, aka John "The Barber".

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