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Alice Devuyst Obituary

WOONSOCKET - Alice Devuyst 96, of Old Diamond Hill Rd. in Cumberland, died March 19, 2017. She was the wife of the late Raymond F. Devuyst. She was born in Woonsocket, a daughter of the late Edgar and Albertine (Dulude) Gervais and lived most of her life on Madeleine Ave., before moving to Cumberland. She was a sales clerk for the former Lilly Baram's Department Store for several years. Alice graduated from the New England Conservatory of Music, and spent many years giving piano lessons in her home, and at the YWCA in Woonsocket. She was a great seamstress. Alice volunteered at Mt St Rita's in Cumberland for many years.
She is survived by her daughter Suzanne Sibilia and her husband Philip of Plainville, MA; a niece and goddaughter Jeannette Houle of Woonsocket; a niece Jeanne, a great-niece Michelle and Michael Jordan and a great-great-niece Alexandra Jordan. She was predeceased by her brother Maurice A. Gervais, and a great-nephew Derek Jordan.
Her funeral with visitation will be held Friday at 9:00 AM from the Fournier & Fournier Funeral Home, 99 Cumberland St. Woonsocket, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Joseph's Church, Mendon Rd. Woonsocket. Burial will follow in Precious Blood Cemetery in Woonsocket. Please visit www.fournierandfournier.com for guestbook and directions.

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Published by Woonsocket Call from Mar. 20 to Mar. 28, 2017.

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Charlie Nicienski

August 10, 2021

I´m sorry to be late to this but Mrs. Devuyst gave me piano lessons in 1978. Although I moved on to play drums her musical knowledge and ability carry an influence that informs my approach to music to this day. I will always value the positive encouraging experience I had from Alice at the piano. Thank you.

Patrick Martin-Beaulieu

March 29, 2017

My piano lessons of some 40 years ago did not result in a career change, but I did come to know Alice, a woman of great charm, kindness and patience. For a time, she taught my daughter as well. Fond memories.

To Suzanne and all of Alice's family and friends, warm condolences and best wishes.

Linda Vitiello-Burroughs

March 25, 2017

My heartfelt condolences to her daughter and family/friends. Although I have not seen this woman since childhood, the memory of her kind, gentle and caring nature can never be erased. Rest in peace dear Mrs. Devuyst...you made this world a much better place for having been here and I am honored and blessed that our family's paths crossed oh so long ago.

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