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Sherrill Rossi Obituary

ROSSI, SHERRILL ANN (ELLINWOOD), 50, of West Shore Road, died Tuesday at Women and Infants Hospital, Providence after an illness.

She was the beloved wife of Nicholas V. Rossi, Jr. Born in Providence, the beloved daughter of William C. Ellinwood, Jr., and Dora D. (Bacon) Ellinwood. She was a life long Warwick resident. Sherrill was a 1973 graduate of Warwick Veterans Memorial High School and was employed as a waitress and bartender at Governor Francis Inn for the past 2 years and previously for Bassett's Inn for 17 years. She was also a bartender at TF Green Airport Restaurant for 13 years.

Sherrill was the beloved mother of Sheena R., and Barry P. Bouthillier; beloved stepmother of Sabrina M. Venditto, Chantal F. Bouthllier, Nicholas V. Rossi III, Donna Rossi, Kimberly Ortiz and Melanie Vargas; beloved sister of Gail M. Mulhall, William C. III, Raymond L., Gary D., and John G. Ellinwood. She was the beloved aunt of several nieces and nephews and is also survived by her step grandchildren.

Her funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave., with a Mass in St. Rita Church, Oakland Beach Ave., at 11 am. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Sheena and Barry Bouthillier Education Fund, 1873 West Shore Rd., Warwick, RI 02889 will be greatly appreciated.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 6, 2005.

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sherry & gary wright

October 12, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to the Rossi Family. For William & Dora, you are in our thoughts & prayers. For her nephew, Dylan Ellinwood, may you find peace & comfort during this difficult time.

"Always & Forever"

David DiCarlo

October 11, 2005

This photo was the ONLY one Sherrill would allow her Nick to carry in his wallet! Brings a smile and tear to us all, huh? But this has to be how she wants us all to remember her...radiant and beautiful! Anyone who has pics to share, please contact me. Love & thanks.

jami banfield

October 9, 2005

It was a honor to know and to work with sherrill... our thoughts and prayers are with your family... We know that you are with God and watching down on all of us.... We will miss you



jami and jeff

Kathleen Blevins-Piro

October 8, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you (the Rossi family) at this time of sorrow. Sherrill was a wonderful & kind person. She will live on through her children and grandchildren. Again, I so very sorry for all your family grief. She will be missed by many.

Gail Marie Mulhall

October 8, 2005

We honored my baby sister today. Sherrill Ann was feisty, witty, funny, personable, and beautiful inside and out. As I talked with many of you, I came to realize that she’s had such an enormous impact on you all. Although we’re saddened by her passing, we can rejoice in knowing that we’ve all been touched in some special way just by knowing her. Even in her last days, she never lost her sense of humor and deep concern and love for others. Her strength and courage in these last few months both amazes and inspires me. God bless you little sister, your love has had a ripple effect. And isn’t that what life is all about anyway? You’ve taught us well. We’ll meet again. I love you!!!

Always and Forever

"143"

Janis Dufresne/Case

October 7, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with the surviving family of Sherrill Ann. Janis, Mark, Joshua, Kerri, Mike, Mikey, & Kiara.

Lori & Mark Eaton

October 6, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Al & Debbie Bettencourt

October 6, 2005

Our Sincere Sympathy to all of Sherrill's family and friends. She will be deeply missed by us all.

Josephine Reyes Ed Aiello

October 6, 2005

To Nick and Family:

Our prayers go out to all of you. We were honored to have known Sherrill, she will be missed tremendously.

Philip Normandin

October 6, 2005

You touched my life with your warmth, gentleness and kindness, just as you touched so many other lives that way. God speed to your Heavenly Reward, Sherrill Ann. In our hearts, you'll never really leave us.

David DiCarlo

October 6, 2005

Sherrill will live in my heart forever. For 10 yrs. she was my special friend, an irreplaceable co-worker, and a constant source of laughter, warmth and support. In a wealth of memories of her generous spirit, her beautiful smile and her relentless humor... Sherrill's light will never dim.



My heart goes out to all who loved her.

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