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Kerri Barber Obituary
Born in Westerly, R.I., she was the daughter of Kathryn Lewis of Pawcatuck and the late Nicholas W. Ferrigno.
Kerri was the C.O.O. of Whaler's Inn in Mystic. She loved hosting all of the family gatherings as the matriarch.
In addition to her husband, she will be deeply missed by her children, Nicholas J. LaFountain and daughter-in-law Kathryn of Woburn, Mass. and Ryan A. LaFountain of Quaker Hill; Cynthia A. Daigneault of Preston and Brenda C. Chapman of Ridgefield; and two siblings, Scott M. Ferrigno and Jacquelyn M. Bailey and husband Larry, both of Westerly. Kerri also leaves behind her five grandchildren, Brayden, Alexander, Brynn, Miles and Patrick; as well as her great-grandson Maddox; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Nicholas W. Ferrigno Jr.
A visiting hour will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 22, at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly immediately followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 111 High St., Westerly. Burial will take place at St. Sebastian Cemetery, Westerly. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com.
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Donna (Abate) Fish
January 6, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I grew up in the neighborhood and we played in your yard so many times. Had a log of laughs.
Sherilyn
December 30, 2022
Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. I really don't know what to say. Losing 2 children is the most tragic thing for a parent to go through. You are in my prayers my friend.
Love ya, Sherilyn
Your sister, Jackie
December 27, 2022
I miss you so much. You were the BEST sister a girl could ever ask for. I will NEVER forget you. I NEED you now more than ever. Please stay with me. I Love You Always and Forever.
Lorraine Giardino
December 25, 2022
It is so hard to find the words. Kerri was an awesome cousin, and my best friend growing up. She was so much fun, and we were big trouble together. :) We had many sleepovers, and raised heck in the old neighborhood. Many kids our age joined in with us, which also made for alot of memories. Kerri's laugh was contagious, and she was strong, smart and caring...she had so many great qualities. My heart goes out to Mom Cathy, and cousins Jacquie and Scott, who must be devastated. And to all those who were fortunate enough to have loved and been loved by Kerri. She was a tremendous force in this world, and Heaven has gained a Beautiful Angel. You are so loved, and will be missed by SO MANY.
Kate Parenteau
December 20, 2022
Kerri had more energy than all of us put together. I will always remember how much fun we had, while working hard. Kerri got stuff done! When I started my own business Kerri helped me immeasurably. I think of her with affection and gratitude. My thoughts are with Paul and the boys. Deepest Condolences.
Karen J Fusaro
December 20, 2022
I´m sorry to hear of Kerris passing. The Fusaro´s and Ferrignos grew up together on Nicholas Lane. Our moms would play scrabble and all of us kids would terrorize the neighborhood. Those memories you never forget
Patrick Gallagher
December 20, 2022
I will miss Kerri deeply. We worked together for almost 20 years and she was the glue that held my business together and the rock that it was built upon. She was the left brain to my right brain . . . and there was no one more devoted and reliable and professional than Kerri. Most importantly, we could laugh together - she could always make me smile. Rest in peace, my friend. I love you.
Linda and Sal Costanza
December 20, 2022
Dear Paul,
We are so sorry to hear that Kerri has passed away. She was such a great supporter of the school food pantry and adopt-a-child program. She always reached out to us to help. Bless her....Our condolences to the family.
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