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Stephen Gemma Obituary
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Alphonse and Mary (Femino) Gemma.
Mr. Gemma had worked as a plumber and was a member of the Plumbers & Pipefitters Union Local 51. He was an honorary member of the Knights of Columbus Dillon Council.
Father of Stephen J. Gemma, Jr. and his wife Sandra, Joseph A. Gemma and his wife Joanne, Robert M. Gemma, Sr. and his wife Diane. Grandfather of six. Brother of the late Alphonse Gemma.
Visitation Friday 5-8 p.m. Funeral Saturday at 9 a.m. from the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Ave., Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony Church, 1413 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. Entombment will be in Our Risen Christ Mausoleum, St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Anthony Church Food Ministry, 5 Gibbs St., North Providence, RI 02904. pontarellimarinofunerals.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Gemma
Harry & Adrienne Azarian
April 28, 2007
Mrs. Gemma & family,
We were so saddened to hear of Mr. Gemma's passing. When Mr. Flaxington & Steve worked at our home, we had such fun with Steve. He was a breath of fresh air and we will always remember him with great affection and warm thoughts. Our heartfelt sympathy is sent to all...
Love, Adrienne & Harry Azarian
Deborah Imondi
April 27, 2007
Dear Evelyn, Steve, Joe, Robert and families,
We were so saddened to hear yesterday of Steve's passing. Mike and I think of Steve so often, as he had installed my furnace, hot water heater, faucets, etc. I most enjoyed talking to him about gardening. He told me about his dahlias, we shared tips on growing tomatoes and other veggies. We always enjoyed seeing you all at the Femino family reunions, and have missed you. We will always remember Steve as "good people", and have been enriched by his presence and love in our lives. I'm sure he's found his voice and restored life in heaven and giving the Lord tips on enhancing gardens back here on earth!
God Bless you all,
Debi & Mike
Mary-Ellen Thurber
April 27, 2007
Sending Prayers and Hugs out to the Gemma Family-
Papa Steve was our "adopted Papa". (We loved him like he was our own Papa!) We can picture him... cooking up in heaven, having a card game, joking with all of the Angels and smiling down on all of us. (Hopefully there is a trophy waiting for him up in heaven too.)
May your loving memories of Papa Steve guide you all through this difficult time.
One's life can be measured by those he leaves behind.
With Love,
Mary-Ellen, Paul, Justin, & Drew
Kathy Santurri
April 27, 2007
Mrs Gemma, Steve, Joe & Robert,
Words can't explain the great loss we encountered this week, but just knowing that there were many hearts Mr.Gemma touched should comfort some of the pain we are all feeling. He was a wonderful person and I was fortunate to have him be part of my life and my family's. I'll miss watching him and my dad go at it; they were always hilarious together.. But I have so many memories that I'm thankful for and will cherish. Let's not forget "black eye"
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Kathy
Helen/Michael/Michael Correra
April 27, 2007
Joe,Evelyn,Rob,Steve and Gemma Family, We are very sorry to hear about your lost. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Love Helen, Michael, Michael Jr.
Placement Solutions
April 27, 2007
All of us at Placement Solutions, Diane's co-workers, would like to extend our prayers and thoughts to your family at this sad time. May Steve's soul be at peace.
Anthony Giuliano
April 27, 2007
Dear Steve, Joe & Robert and Mrs. Gemma:
Your father ("Mr. Gemma") was in some very important ways a second father to me at one time in my youth. Although life's journey made contact over the past 20 years less frequent, I still think of him from time to time with affection and gratitude. So many conversations on the deck and rock in the front yard, his welcoming of my young hands putting shingles on a roof, and throwing the ball around in the back yard with the constant prompt to "never be afraid of the ball." I often think of him when playing hockey or baseball with my own son. I will continue to think of him with affection and thanks. Be assured of my and my family's prayers and thoughts.
Tony Giuliano and family
DIANA GEMMA
April 26, 2007
Auntie Evelyn, STephen, Robert, Joe, and families,
Rick and I are very saddened by the loss of Uncle Steve. He was a wonderful man. He will sorely be missed. God bless you all.
Diana, RIck and family
John (Gi Gi) Giordano
April 26, 2007
Evelyn and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your
husband, dad and papa and my dear friend whom I only knew for 2 years,
but it seem like I knew him longer.
My prayers are with you at this sad time. Love, GiGi
Rick Sanzaro
April 26, 2007
To Rob Gemma and Family,
May God bless you and your entire family. I remember the fun time when you, your Dad and my Father and I went sailing together. Always know your Dad was loved and will be missed.
Love,
Rick Sanzaro
Al Gemma
April 26, 2007
Aunty Ev and cousins,
I had the pleasure of working with Uncle Steve on his last plumbing job. Every time I go downstairs and see the new boiler, you can't help but think of him. I will miss him always.
Love,
Al
Bob D'Adamo
April 26, 2007
To the Gemma family. Sorry to hear about the passing of Stephen. Stephen was a dear old friend from childhood. My sincere deepest sympathy.
Ann Gemma
April 26, 2007
Ev,Steve, Joe, Robert & Family,
You are in my thoughts & prayers at this most difficult time.
Brother Steve, you are special to me & thank you for always being there
for me. I love you & miss you.
April 26, 2007
Auntie Eve and family,
We'll always remember Uncle Steve as someone who enjoyed his family and his friends. He loved to have folks over to your house. I can still taste his great hot weiners-he made the best sauce! Although we cannot be there this week, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Barbara and Stephen
Ft. Myers, FL
Bruce & Kathy Hanson
April 26, 2007
To Stephen, Jr. and the Gemma family: I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Steve, Sr. at Max Fish Plumbing & Heating for over 15 years. He was always friendly, funny and upbeat not to mention one of the best plumbing foremen to work for the company. We always made it a point to talk about PC and college hockey. I extend my deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
April 26, 2007
I always considered Steve a valuable employee & a good freind. Anne & I offer our deepest sympathies.
mike and therese trofi
April 26, 2007
to the gemma family, sorry to hear of your lost. he is in my thoughs and prayers.
Chris McCormick
April 26, 2007
To the Gemma Family,
We offer our deepest condolences for your loss.
Dave, Beverly, Mary, Matthew Gemma
April 26, 2007
Aunt Eve and family, we want to express our deepes sympathies to you all. Uncle Steve was special to all of us. God has called him home.
Joann Silva
April 26, 2007
My husband and I had the pleasure to work with Steve at Max Fish. He was a good friend and a wonderful person... our sincere condolences to all of you. Joann and Len Silva
Doreen Huelsman
April 26, 2007
To the Gemma Family, We are saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father, He was a wonderful man... Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Sincerely Kevin, Doreen and Family
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