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Alice Dews Obituary
Born in Hope Valley, R.I., on February 28, 1915, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Nellie (Lewis) Burdick.
Alice was employed at the former Chariho Credit Union for many years before retiring. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Hope Valley and served the church in numerous capacities throughout her life.
She was a 50 plus year member of the Rebekah Lodge Order of the Eastern Star and former secretary of the Hope Valley Grange.
She will be sadly missed by her three daughters; Ruby M. Kreyssig of Exeter, Judith Schofield of Hope Valley and Jean Thibodeau of Richmond, R.I. She was the loving grandmother of seven, great grandmother of nineteen, and great great grandmother of six.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m., at the S.R Avery Funeral Home, 3A Bank St., Hope Valley, R.I. A calling hour will precede the service from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alice Dews
Elaine H.
December 1, 2013
I`m just so sorry to hear your mother past away.
Lynda Gamble
November 29, 2013
We were sorry to hear of Alice's passing. I have great memories of her from the Homemakers and FBHV activities.
Lynda and Frank Gamble
annie horne
November 28, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
November 25, 2013
Ruby and Bob, we send our deepest sympathy to your family at this difficult time. Your mom was a special lady, happy to have known her during my time at Wood River Preschool.
Sandy and Geoff Cook
Valerie Ainsworth Grills
November 25, 2013
To Judy, Jean & Ruby
It was with a saddened heart to read of your mom's passing. I have many fond memories of living across the street from her in my younger years. She was a wonderful lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judi Morgan
November 24, 2013
Judy,
With my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful woman. I remember working with her at Chariho Exeter Credit Union. She made dolls for my daughter Leigh and she would bring them to me. I have very fond memories of your mom. With my deepest sympathy to you and your sisters
November 24, 2013
to the family of Alice Dews, may she rest in peace. She was so proud of her family, what a wonderful lady she will be missed.
Cinderella Weber, Placida, Fl
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