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Ann Nevins Obituary
Born in Providence, Ann was the only child of James and Ruth English of East Greenwich.
A graduate of R.I. Community College of Nursing, she began her medical career as the office manager and good friend of Dr. Joseph Procaccini, M.D., of Johnston. She then worked for several years at Rhode Island Hospital on the 6th floor. Ann took a position with the Providence VNA as a hospice nurse until 2001, when she left to take a position in nursing at South County Hospital where she was still employed.
Above all, Ann adored spending every minute of her life with her beloved family, especially her two new granddaughters who meant the world to her, as well as a wonderful circle of friends who were there every day for her – especially during these last seven years of treatment.
She was a wonderful nurse who treated every patient she encountered with total respect, compassion and dignity; in return, she touched so many lives and was truly loved by all who knew her. Ann was truly a beautiful and very special person and only God knows why she was taken from us so soon. Her beautiful and ever-present smile, and her outpouring of love will be deeply missed by all.
Besides her husband and parents, she is survived by her two daughters, Jennifer Fontes, her husband Jeremy and their 6-month-old daughter Hannah Elizabeth of Coventry, and Melissa Grillo, her husband Antonio and their 5-month-old daughter Julia Ann of Westerly. Ann is also survived by her mother-in-law and very special loving friend Cecelia Nevins of North Kingstown, and her brother-in-law, Stephen Nevins, Ph.D., of Syracuse, N.Y.
Funeral from Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Ave., West Warwick, Monday at 8:45 a.m. with a funeral service in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 55 Main St., Wickford. Calling hours Sunday 3 to 7 p.m. Burial in R.I. Veterans Cemetery, Exeter.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Oncology Dept., R.I. Hospital, P.O. Box H, Providence, R.I. 02901. Information and condolences may be left at www.carpenterjenks.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ann Nevins
MARY Atzert
November 30, 2020
Ann was one of the nicest people I worked with. Always kind and helpful to everyone. I remember she brought me a pair of handmade knitting needles her Dad had made. She was a team player and we all
worked together to get things done for our patients.
Amy Levine
December 13, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Ann. Although I did not know her well, I saw her now and then over many years in my work for a pharmaceutical company. Her demeanor was always pleasant and her smile was radiant. I extend my deep sympathy to all of her family and to her friends.
David, Erica, Natalie Giorno
December 11, 2007
We feel blessed to have gotten to know Ann over the past few years. She was so kind and compassionate, and beautiful from the inside out. She will be deeply missed, and forever in our prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss, and are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Love,
David, Erica and Natalie Giorno
David Zielinski
December 11, 2007
Gary, Jen and Melissa:
My dad broke the news to me, and I was shocked to hear what happened. It's been a few years since I've seen you all, but I know my parents were close to you guys for many years. I wish I could have been there for the services, but I'm currently deployed in Antarctica with the Air National Guard.
On behalf of myself and my wife, Christine, our deepest condolences.
Dennis and Linda Morley
December 11, 2007
Dear Gary and Girls,
Ann was so nice to know and was such a great fighter. Ann held her ground and with that showed how much she loved her husband and
her children. Ann was loved by all
who met her and was a joy, we only had the pleasure of meeting her once and it was a delight.
You are all lucky to have lived and laughed with your wife and mother she is always going to be close to you until you all meet again.
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Love Dennis and Linda Morley
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lauren DeCesaris
December 10, 2007
Dear Gary, Jen and Melissa-
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Ann was a very special person and we were very fond of her. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Jim, Maureen and Lauren DeCesaris
David Grover
December 10, 2007
Gary,
I, and my family are so deepened with the loss of Ann. I, as a long time friend, know how much she loved you and her children. We will always have her in our heart.
Love,
Dave, Leslie, Lindsay Grover (Sarasota, FL)
Donald & Hillary Williamson
December 10, 2007
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved wife and mother. May you find peace and comfort at this very difficult time.
Nadia (DeFelice) Comstock
December 10, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
William McCusker
December 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ernie Greco
December 9, 2007
Gary,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your wife, Ann. God called her at a rather young age. At least she is finished with her suffering in this world and is at peace with God in His Kingdom. Please accept my deepest sympathy, Gary, to you, your daughters and all of your family. I will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers as well as Ann's soul.
Susan (Ferri) Johnson, RN
December 9, 2007
Gary & Family: I was so deeply saddened to see the notice that Ann has passed away .....my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .... I will always remember those fond memories of many years ago ... with you and Ann. May she rest in peace .... until we meet again....sincerely,
Cathy D'Amico
December 9, 2007
Melissa, Tony, Jen, Jeremy, Gary and Cecilia.....
Forever bound to the unseen world may your growing faith become your lifeline to Heaven's newest, vivacious Angel....Her Love will never die...touched by God, her love will always remain safe in your hearts forever....You girls will be the best Moms, having a perfect role model...God bless you all...I will hold you all and Ann in my deepest prayers and special thoughts for a long time to come..it is a privelege and an honor to have met such a close loving family....She will always be just a prayer away....
My Loving Heart, Cathy D'Amico
Sherry Barrie
December 8, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. I was able to know Ann through the VNA of RI in Providence. She was a wonderful and caring person. I know those were close to her will deeply miss her for I know I did when she left the VNA. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family and friends.
God will let her watch over you and be near you.
Sincerely,
Sherry Barrie
Clarence W. Gough Jr.
December 8, 2007
There are truly no words that can comfort the pain of this type of loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out for Ann, yourself, and your family.
Mr. & Mrs. Clarence W. Gough Jr.
Odina Slavin
December 8, 2007
The Nevins' Family,
We are deeply saddened by Mrs. Nevins' passing. She was such a wonderful and caring person. As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring Mrs. Nevins' memory.
May your heart and soul find peace and courage
Love
Odina and Karen Slavin
Paul Petit
December 8, 2007
To Melissa and Family:
I am terribly sorry to hear abput the untimely death of your mom. God works in mysterious ways. Remember that "Beyond the world as we know it is a place where we all all meet again, where we never have to say goodbye". You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
sheila guilmette
December 8, 2007
gary, We are so sorry for the loss of your wife Ann. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Ron and Sheila Guilmette
Kathy Gannon
December 8, 2007
Dear Gary, Jen and Melissa,
I am devestated to hear of the passing of Ann. I have so many wonderful memories of all of you. She was a beautiful person inside and out and my heart is breaking for this incredible loss.
You will be in my constant prayers that you will somehow get through this very difficult time.
Love to all of you.
Arthur Zanfagna
December 7, 2007
Gary,
I offer you my deepest condolenses to you and your family on the passing of Ann.
Claudia Horlbogen
December 7, 2007
To the Nevins family...
Your mother was such radiant person, I didn't know her that well but when I did see her she was always smiling and sooooooo friendly! Our hearts are saddened by your loss...
Love
Claudia and Rob Horlbogen
Heather Dutra -Colardo
December 7, 2007
I worked with Ann at Garden City Treatment Center for a few years and everytime I saw her she always had a smile on her face, she will be greatly missed. I am so terribly sorry for your loss.
Mary Atzert
December 7, 2007
My smypathies to the family. I will miss Ann and her smiles and the wonderful talks we had together at work. She was an inspiration to me and I enjoyed the time that I spent with her. She will be sorely missed by all of those who knew her. I will pray for comfort for all of you.
Jamie Ullrich
December 7, 2007
Gary,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Suzanne Fiorentino
December 7, 2007
I worked at CCRI when Ann was a student. I've never been in touch since she left but was devastated reading about her passing. May God grant you the strength to remember all the good times and see her in your grandchildren -- she will live on in them, believe me --
Mary MacKillop
December 7, 2007
Gary’s beautiful tribute says it all but because you mean so much to me; I’m going to give it a try…Although you are physically gone from your circle of family and friends, we will always have you in our hearts. Our hearts are broken but we will allow them to heal because we know that is your wish. Our first thoughts will be of you and we will check in with you every day. We will be blessed to have your spirit and grace in times of difficulty. You have helped us all through so many difficult experiences and now we have the most special angel to watch out for us... I have to thank Gary and the girls for their incredible courage in allowing your journey to be shared. We can’t imagine a life without you but we have been trying to prepare silently, along with you, over the last seven years. I wish we could retire the word “Ann” and let it stand for all that is beautiful and good in life. But, we also want to think and hear that word, every day. We need to. I won’t say “Goodbye” to you, my dear. dear friend and sister. Till we meet again…..
staff @ R.I.H. 6B
December 7, 2007
we enjoyed working w ann. her sunshine personality was a wonderful greeting each day. well wishes to her family
Anne Niles Hilger
December 7, 2007
I am so sad to hear about the passing of Ann. She and I went to grade school together at St Anthonys in Providence and we friends when we were kids. I lived on the top of the hill on Sunset Ave. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Frank Moody
December 7, 2007
Gary,
I'm truly sorry for the passing of your wife. Please accept my condolences and extend them to your family. No other words my friend.
Frank Moody
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