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Matthew Turcotte Obituary
20, was killed accidentally during a combined arms live-fire training exercise at Fort Carson, CO, Wednesday, August 23, 2017. Born in Providence, he was the beloved husband of Megan (Fothergill) Turcotte and the son of Raymond and Liza L. (Rivera) Turcotte. Matthew was a lifelong North Smithfield resident. He was a member of the cross country and football teams, graduating in 2015. After graduating, he joined the Army and was a Specialist assigned to the Army's 4th Infantry Division and had served in Kosovo. During the two years that he served in the Army, he earned the Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Ribbon, and the NATO Medal. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by his sisters, Kayla L. and Paige E. Turcotte, and his nephews Jason, Jr. and Julien Lennox. He was the paternal grandson of Raymond and Sheila (Chisholm) Turcotte; maternal grandson of Gilberto and Liberty (Rosario) Rivera and son-in-law of Diane Fothergill. He was the nephew of Ronald and Alan Turcotte, Donna Caccia, Debra Bellini, Gilbert and Darrell Rivera; and brother in-law of Naomi and Danielle Delannoy and uncle of Emily and Milo.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, September 2, 2017, at 10am in The Cathedral of SS. Peter & Paul Church, Cathedral Sq., Providence. Burial with military honors will be in the Inman Family Cemetery, Inman Rd., Burrillville. Visitation Friday, 4-7pm in the TUCKER-QUINN Funeral Home, 643 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44), Greenville. In lieu of flowers, donations to gofundme.com/Megan Turcotte, will be appreciated.
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cynthia o'brien
September 10, 2017
You don't know me. I am a military mom. My son, who is serving as seargent in Colorado, was there at field practice that day. We talked on the phone, first to see if he was ok, then to talk about your soldier. My son told me that Matthew was a wonderful soldier. He also was a very kind person. I want to thank you for Matthews service in the United States Army. And I know too well the sacrifices that are made by a military family. We never think about the fact they can be hurt when they are here serving their time. My prayers and thought go out to you. May you find peace knowing what a wonderful man Matthew was,in his time here on earth.
Tina Gilbert
September 5, 2017
Young man, I would like to say thank you for your service. Also, to your family I would like to send my deepest condolences. Thank you for the sacrifice your family has given to let my family live freely. May you rest in peace young man. God bless!
Dawn Sylvestre
September 5, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of this young man.I pray that his family and friends receive anything and everything they need to get them through this part of their life journey.RIP Matthew!
Thomas Wheatley
September 3, 2017
Matt,
Thank you for serving our country. May you rest in peace. Amen
September 3, 2017
Terry chattman.
From a mom of a warrior. He lives in your lives and hearts.
Always remember the love and beauty of life.
To the wife, you will always remember your true love. Do not forget to lover life.
Michelle Grondin
September 2, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for serving our country Matthew.
James J. and Anna M. Converse
September 1, 2017
Thank you for your service.
Jenni Barrette
September 1, 2017
We love you so much Matt and you will always be in our hearts and prayers. Gabriella and I pray to you every night now that you are an angel. We will never stop missing you or praying to you.
Monique Landry-Johnson
September 1, 2017
You will always be remembered . You were an amazing young man , watched you go from boy to man and was looking forward to watching everything you were going to continue to accomplish, only for it to tragically end . I called you my military guy , now a hero with wings .
Tim & Heather Plante
September 1, 2017
Thank you for your service, and our deepest condolences to the family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Heidi Knight
September 1, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends to Matt... RIP and thank you for serving this country :(
SANDRA IOZZI
August 31, 2017
To the Turcotte Family i am so sorry for your for you loss, my prayers are with you. May god Bless you and hold you in his arms.
Lori (BRIGGS) REGLI
August 31, 2017
Thank you for your service.
August 31, 2017
I'm very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for you. Love and prayers.
Lori Dube Lovetere
Donna Coutu
August 31, 2017
My deepest sympathy. I am a proud Gold Star mother of 2lt Matthew Coutu
Kia 27 June 05. The road ahead is long.
My prayers are with you.
Sue lamoureux
August 31, 2017
Thinking of your family during this difficult time, letting your u know that an old friend is thinking of you. Prayers and love Sue (Reed) Lamoureux
Yolanda Greene
August 31, 2017
Liza, I can't tell you not to hurt, not to cry, not to be sad, and not to wonder or ask "why"...all I can say is god always has a reason and a purpose, Matt was loved and will continue to be loved by you all forever, hold on to the most happy time, the most happy memories and trust the lord and Matt will always take care of your heart! Megan, sweet young lady, you found the most beautiful love, the most precious and patient love, hold on tight to your memories and live life the your husband wanted you to, he is with you always! May God bless and look after your family..
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