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Nancy Hamel Obituary
A daughter of the late John J. and Helen M. (Geever) Priestley, she lived in Warwick for 25 years. Nancy was the beloved mother of Shena H. Hamel. Sister of Robert T. Priestley and Sharon J. Houle. Also survived by a niece, four nephews and two great-nieces.
Her funeral will be held Wednesday at 9 AM from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Timothy Church, Warwick Ave. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network www.pancan.org or Philip Hulitar Home & Hospice Inpatient Center, 50 Maude St., Providence, RI 02908 would be appreciated. Information and guestbook visit www.TheQuinnFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Hamel
Mike Hamel
July 16, 2008
Nancy,
Heaven is a much better place now you are there. I can't do as good a job as you did with Shena, but I'll try.
"If tears could have healed you, you would have lived forvere"
Love, Michael
Michele Gallagher
July 16, 2008
To Nancy's family:
My deepest condolences on Nancy's passing. She was such a pleasant neighbor. I will miss saying hello to her. My thoughts are with you.
Beverly Rosedale
July 16, 2008
Dear Shena,
I am surprised and saddened to hear about your mother's passing. I spoke to her a few years ago but did not know she was sick. Your Mom and I worked together at St. Joe's in the 80's when you were a little girl and loved Michael Jackson. We shared many good times and many fond memories of kidding you about knowing Michael Jackson. (Now you may remember who I am). Your Mom had a good sense of humor and easy going personality. Your Mom loved you so much and talked about you a lot. Please know that I am sad to know that Nancy is no longer with us.
Bettie G.
July 15, 2008
Sincere sympathy, Shena, over your Mom's passing. I know it was an awful struggle for both of you.
Karin (Johnson) Kavanagh
July 15, 2008
Shena,
I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing - i haven't seen either of you in years, but i remember your mom fondly, she was a great woman and a great mom. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Larry
July 15, 2008
I remember your smile and your laugh. We will all miss you.
caroll short
July 14, 2008
to Sharon and Sheena,Iwas deeply saddened to learn of Nancy's death .We were co-workers on the overnight shift at St Joe's.May she rest in peace . My thoughts and prayers go to you both at this very sad time. God bless! Caroll Short
Jon M
July 14, 2008
Best wishes from California. Shena, I wish I could attend the funeral, but circumstances won't allow for it right now. I'll be sure to meet up with you next time I'm back east. My condolences to you, feel free to call or email me if you need anything.
A St. Timothy's Church Parishioner
July 14, 2008
To The Family Of Mrs. Hamel,
I don't know your relative personally I'm a parishioner of St. Timothy's Church and for as long as I can remember I recall hearing your relative's name under pray for those sick during sunday mass. I'd like to extend my condolences and am deeply sorry for your loss.
Sincerely
Cathy Ruzzano
July 14, 2008
Shena,
My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your mother. I know how much she meant to you. I never had the pleasure of meeting her but from everything you have told me I know she was a wonderful woman. You are a perfect example of the kind of person she was. You are in my prayers.
Love you,
Janet Procaccini
July 14, 2008
Nancy,
I am so sad to here of your passing. Your winning smile will be missed by all you have met. I had the pleasure of meeting you because you were a dear friend to my sister Carol. You can now rest in peace with the lord and once again hug you mom and dad. God now has a special Angel in Heaven ........ You.
Janet Procaccini
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