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Richard Reels Obituary
Born in Warwick, a son of Richard S. and Edith M. (Hall) Reels, he lived in West Warwick for 20 years formerly residing in Warwick. Richard served in the US Army and was a member So. New England Truck Pullers Assoc. and was an avid bowler.
He was the father of Angela N., Lisha M., and Desiree H. Reels and brother of Roshonda Reels and Rozilyn Reels-Pelicano.
His funeral service will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Ave. Burial with military honors will be in the RI Veterans Cemetery, Exeter. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Richard S. Reels, Jr. Memorial Fund, c/o 55 Cowesett Ave., Apt. 60, West Warwick, RI 02893 will be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Reels
Chrissy
January 2, 2006
Hey Ricky...
Yeah, it's going to be different without you razzing me about something everytime I see you. Like when I saw you play in A.W.A.S. back in October...You were so happy because after four years of telling me to come out(You used to razz me about not coming to see you play at Picasso's too) donna and I finally ended up coming to see you guys at Copperfield's in October. I watched you play...for the first time since I have known you, which has been practically all of my life. I saw the passion in every beat. You can never be replaced. I will never forget the times you would come into the cleaners next door to the garage just to get me going in some kind of battle of the wits when I was working there and you were at the garage adjacent to the cleaners. You made it fun to be at work. I am so proud of what you accomplished while you were here, the passion you demonstrated in your music, and the smiles you unselfishly handed out to everyone. You will be missed dearly my friend.
Antoniea Perry
December 29, 2005
Hey Uncle Ricky,
I really miss you and i try not to cry.i think that u are in a better place. but it is really hard 4 me considering all the things you have done for me. Being my godfarther and all is what makes it an even bigger loss. It tears me apart knowing that u won't see me graduate or even get married and have kids. i feel so sad about it. well i am glad that devin has gotten to see you and he is just like you and it is so unbelieveableable. Well wanna hear something funny. The Other night i was driving with my mama and i didn't put my brakes on all the way and she sarted yelling and said u drive just like ur uncle and i started laughing. i think i scared her so much but i was glad to kno there were traits of u in me as well as the rest of the family. and i really can't wait to meet u and give u a huge hug when i walk through those pearly gates. well don't worry i will never forget u and i will remember that your here and u will kno everything that happens. well goodbye for know and ill talk to u everynight.
Lorinda Perry
December 28, 2005
Uncle Rick it's been a long time since I saw you. The last time I saw you alive was the Tuesday before you past. That friday December 16th, when I walk in and I saw you lying there I was crying. I asked why did God have take you. I guess I know the answer why,He didnt want you to suffer. I know that at least your with grandma Beat and grandpa Chet, I know your safe. I wish you could be here to watch me graduate and receive my high school diploma. I know you would be so proud of me. I know you will be there,you will be in my heart forever until I leave this earth. When I die you will probably come and get me so its not that bad. I really miss you so much. Love you forever your neice Lorinda Aka(Rinda)
Roshonda Reels
December 28, 2005
This is sent out to my brother Rick.You are greatly missed by the whole family. There will never be a day that goes by that we will not be thinking of you. I had 42 yrs of memories and laughter that will get me though this. You are in a better place right now with your grandparents,aunts, uncle, cousins,friends and Mr Ed that past before you. Enjoy the after life and remeber we all will be joining you someday. I know that you will be there to greet each and everyone of us as we enter the after life. love you and miss you your big, little sister Roshonda, aka(Shon)
Jim Farley
December 25, 2005
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
Richard will always be remembered fondly.
STELLA MCGONIGLE
December 22, 2005
DEAR RICHARD AND EITH I'M SO SORRY TO HERE OF YOU LOSE MY PRAYS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY . I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSE A LOVE ONE AT THIS TIME OF THE YEAR MOM HAS BEEN GONE 2 YRS THE 20TH KNOW THAT HE IS WITH GOD AND YOU WILL SEE HIM AGAIN GOD BLESS YOU ALL STELLA[BALZANO] MCGONIGLE
Brown Family
December 21, 2005
"Ricky" was and is a great man. He was always there when you needed him and his smile warmed everyone's hearts. His laughter could make anyone crack a smile. He was a great mentor when it came to learning something new and he would always be glad to share his knowledge. He will always be missed and never to be forgotten. R.I.P.
Jerry and Regina Maxwell
December 21, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to the Reels family. Richie will be sadly missed.
Anebert & Sheila Charles
December 21, 2005
We are deeply sorry for your loss and will always remember Rick as a great drummer. I had the pleasure of performing with Rick in the band Ashanti Spirit. His music and laughter will be greatly missed.
Chris Pereira
December 21, 2005
My memories of our drumming together I will cherish. I will miss you Rick.
Simone Monique Barnes
December 21, 2005
Lisa,
You have my sincerest condolences. Celebrate the life you had together and the loving memories that will stay with you and keep you in the future. Peace and many blessings.
~ Simone (RIBS Board Member)
Sherri Eccleston
December 20, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Sherri, David and Tay Tay
Tim Albro
December 20, 2005
I am very sorry for your loss . Richie was a great guy and he will be missed . As a member of S.N.E.T.P.A , myself and the entire club send our thoughts and condolences to the entire reels family .
Valerie Tutson
December 20, 2005
Dear Lisa,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We here at RIBS have you and your children in our prayers.
Val
dick moison
December 20, 2005
as your bowling team captain you will be sadly missed. i will always remember the help you gave me with our scoring sheets and computer changes. my condolences to the family. sincerely, dick moison
Jacqueline Fernandes-Ming
December 19, 2005
I am very sorry for your loss. He was a nice, gentle man, who I will miss. I appreciate all of the nice things he did for me.
Madalena DeFaria
December 19, 2005
Sorry, for your lost..
He will be missed...
Love, The Boys and Maddie
Joanne Spaziano
December 19, 2005
Roz
So sorry for your loss. Ricky was a classmate of mine. Pilgrin HS Class of 78.
Joanne
kobie sweeney
December 19, 2005
rest in peace my brother, musician to musician, your name will live on.
greg case
December 19, 2005
a friend.always a smile and a great drummer,took over for me with the diamond dogs(rock band) sorry for the loss greg
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