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Gloria L. Roche
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Gloria Roche Obituary
Born in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late William and Gladys Sousa.
Lorraine worked as the Office Manager for E.N.T. Associates in Westerly for many years. She was a longtime communicant of St. Michael Church, and a former member of the Daughters of Isabella.
Lorraine enjoyed camping, crafting, knitting, and was an avid reader. She had a deep love for her family, and was known for her excellent cooking. She was always ready to supply everything for the family dinners.
She will be dearly missed by her three children, Sheryl A. Mellow (Lawrence), Robert D. Roche Jr. (Karrie LaMarche), and Mark S. Roche (Beth Rodgers). Lorraine was the blessed grandmother of eight grandchildren, Ivy Mellow (Bill), Amy Panucci (Seth), Daniel Roche, Stephen Roche, Dylan Roche, Nicole Rodgers, Colby and Casey LaMarche; as well as two great-grandchildren, Viva Panucci and Cleo Panucci; her brother Richard Sousa; and several nieces and nephews. Lorraine was predeceased by her brother Duane Sousa.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday from 4-6pm at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. A Funeral Liturgy will take place at 10am on Friday, November 14th at St. Michael Church, 60 Liberty St., Pawcatuck. There is no procession from the funeral home to church. Burial will be private. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Linda Greene
Earlier today
So sorry Sheryl and family for your loss. Loosing a mother and Grandmother is a hard thing and she was quite the lady. So you all have our deepest sympathies! The Greene´s
Sylvia Rieff
Earlier today
What can you say about my Aunt Lorraine. She was one of a kind. She will be sorely missed. I know by me especially. She was the best Aunt anyone could have ever wanted. I have such fond memories of her. She spent most of my childhood Christmases with me. She always seemed to make everyone special. She was an amazing cook. Ii remember when I was very sick and her and my Uncle came to visit me in the hospital she cooked this amazing chicken dish which was something I could eat at the time. It was the best and she did it just to do it. My fondest memory of my Aunt Lorraine would have to be the night before my wedding after ther rehearsal dinner. A bunch of us went to a cigar bar and there I stood watching my Aunt Lorraine smoke a stoggy. I will never forget that image of her and the cigar. Life is going to be different without her in it. I'm so blessed I have tons of amazing memories of my Aunt Lorraine. She will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. I am happy she is now with the love of her life, my Uncle Bob in heaven. Ii know she misses him dearly. Well Aunt Lorraine I love you dearly and will never forget you. Thank you for the memories.
Joe Pont
Earlier today
Sheryl,Robert,Mark so sorry ,your Mom was the best.I had many great times with your mom and dad.Joey Pon
Donna Jean
Earlier today
Mark I´m very sorry for your loss and your families loss. My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with all of you at this time.... I believe in my heart we will be with our loved ones again one day.... Keep your Mom´s memories alive and she will live in your hearts forever.... Donna Jean Kenyon Stonington High School
Diane Reynolds
Yesterday
Sheryl & Larry, Rob, Mark, I am so sorry to hear of your mom´s passing. Lorraine was not only your mom she was my friend. She always made me feel welcome and part of the family. So many high school years I spent at your home in Pawcatuck. We had wonderful times and I hold those memories close in my heart. I am sure her deep love and attention to family is going to be missed. But you too will have fond memories to keep close forever. Heartfelt condolences. - Diane
Richard & Mary Sousa
Yesterday
Lorraine, you ae & always be my big sister. Mary & I have loved being with you. Our fondest memory will be the special Thanksgiving that Mark & Beth hosted in St. Petersburg where you flew down and we were all together. A memory will cherish always. MEMORY ETERNAL!
David Sousa
Yesterday
Good bye Aunt Lorraine, I will truly miss you. You have always been my favorite Aunt and one of my favorite people in this world. I hope you have found Uncle Bob, Nana and Grandpa and mom and dad and are having a wonderful reunion together. I will always have the fondest memories and I will think of you often.
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