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Doris Provost Obituary

PAWTUCKET - Provost, Doris L., 89, of Pawtucket passed away on March 16, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island in Pawtucket. She was the wife of the late Leo H. Provost. Doris was born in Pawtucket, a daughter to the late Henry and Hilda (Westburg) Arrighi.
Mrs. Provost was the Vice President of Leer's Auto Sales.
She is survived by her three sons, Gary L. Provost of East Providence, Kenneth H. Provost of Seekonk, MA, Thomas L. Provost of Tiverton, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She also leaves her brothers and sisters, Earl Arrighi, Henry Arrighi, Howard Arrighi and Perl Arrighi. She is predeceased by her twin sister, Dorothy Brown.
Funeral and burial will be private. Arrangements made by MANNING-HEFFERN FUNERAL HOME, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket.

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Published by Pawtucket Times from Mar. 17 to Mar. 25, 2015.

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March 28, 2015

Our condolences to Gary, Kenny, Tommy and families. Doris was such a nice lady. She will be missed. From: Ronnie & Brenda Sorel

raymond arrighi

March 22, 2015

Cousin Doris was always there for everyone. She will be missed.I remember Leo sold a car she was driving go go shopping when she came out it was gone he sold the car.I had to go get her.

March 21, 2015

Sincere sympathy for the loss of your mom she was a wonderful lady. Lynne & Bob Tuite and Rich ard Depatie

March 19, 2015

Our sincere sympathy on Doris' passing.
Love ~ Cousin Barbara (Westberg) and Steve Garfinkle

March 19, 2015

Gary, Kenny, Tommy and family.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.
We all have so many wonderful memories of times our families shared together. You Mom was a wonderful person and a special aunt.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Carl and Judy

March 19, 2015

gary, sorry for your loss. rachel and eddie

ray & Angie oneil

March 19, 2015

So sorry for the loss of your dear mother

Dave & Karen Arrighi

March 18, 2015

Kenny, Gary & Tommy,
Fondest memories of growing up with you, Aunt Doris and Uncle Leo. Heartfelt condolences to you all. Dinner at Walt's won't be the same without her.

March 18, 2015

Gary,Kenny,Tommy and family.
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Wish we could be there with you. Your mom was a very loving and generous person and will always be in our hearts.
Uncle Henry and Aunt Yvette

Donald Westberg

March 18, 2015

Best wishes to the Provost and Arrighi families. Doris has always been a special person to me.

Crystal Guibeau

March 18, 2015

My condolences to the Provost Family.
Nana P will be greatly missed.
I can reflect on many great memories with Sara and the whole family on vacations, etc. that are such wonderful moments in my life. I can only hope to be as spunky as she in the later years of my life.

The Staff of Manning-Heffern Funeral Home

March 18, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Carol, Win & Chris Winardi

March 17, 2015

Gary, Kenny and Tommy, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a special lady. She is at peace and with your dad now. May they rest in peace. Our condolences to you all.

Kathy and Mike Gagne

March 17, 2015

To my dear cousins Gary, Kenny, and Tommy, and your families:
Please accept my sincere condolences. I was so sad to hear Aunt Doris had passed. I have so many wonderful memories growing up of Sunday pool parties in your backyard. She was a character for sure and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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