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Joseph Hepworth Obituary
Mr. Hepworth was born in Westerly on March 6, 1946, the son of the late Richard and Jean (St. Martin) Hepworth. He was the janitor at Chariho High School for many years. Wayne was known for his roller skating skills and love of bingo. Our family would like to thank the staff of the Westerly Hospital ICU for their attentive care of Joseph.
Funeral services will be private and are under the direction of Rushlow-Iacoi Funeral Home & Crematory, 64 Friendship St., Westerly. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Joe Hepworth can be made to Golden Years Assisted Living, 118 High St., Westerly, R.I. 02891. For online condolences, please go to www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Colprit
November 7, 2019
My condolences to the family of Wayne. Frank, Ronnie, and Paul, and their children. Been along time my friends. Hope all is well with your families. Love, Mary Lou (Dayon). Colprit
December 5, 2016
Wayne, keep skating baby for one day I will join you with the rest of the crew and we will show them how we used to do it back in misquamicut and High Street. Rest in Peace my friend.
A. M.
November 29, 2016
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)
Peggy Sue Long
November 14, 2016
Dear Paul and Frank and families,
So sorry for the loss of your Uncle. I have many fond memories of him over the years.
With Deepest Sympathy and Love,
Peggy Sue
Mary Lou (Dayon) Colprit
November 13, 2016
So sorry to hear about the passing of Wayne. My thoughts and prayers are with Wayne's family. Love Mary Lou (Dayon) Colprit
Betty Gavitt Page
November 13, 2016
Wayne and I were classmates in school. Always willing to lend a helping hand. May you RIP Wayne.
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