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Ernest Couture Obituary

CUMBERLAND - Ernest J. Couture, 92, of Cumberland, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 10, 2020. He was the beloved husband of Pauline (Allard) Couture. They were happily married for 66 years. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Louis and Alice (Lavallee) Couture. Ernest was the Vice President and Engineering Manager for FM Global and FM Paris, France for 37 years, retiring in 1991. He was a graduate of Providence College and a former member of the Woonsocket Planning Board.

He was an avid golfer and longtime member of Kirkbrae Country Club and Palm Beach National in Lake Worth, FL.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Lynne C. Couture and her husband Timothy Straight of Delray Beach, FL. He was the brother of the late Paul, Albert, and Maurice Couture.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass of Christian Burial, Friday, October 16th, at 9:30 AM in Saint Joan of Arc Church, 3357 Mendon Road, Cumberland. Due to current restrictions, social distancing and masks are required. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. The burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to the Miriam Hospital Foundation, PO BOX H, Providence RI 02901, would be greatly appreciated.

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Published by Woonsocket Call from Oct. 13 to Oct. 21, 2020.

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October 15, 2020

Ernie, who I saw at Kirkbrae was always a true gentleman. My condolences to his entire family.

Paul Falso

Hillary and Jim Feldman

October 14, 2020

Pauline, Lynne, and Tim... We were so sorry to learn of Ernie's passing. He was a delightful man who's presence at the Coastal House was always a joy. We look forward to your arrival in Florida so we can express our sympathy in person. Love, Hillary and Jim Feldman

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Brad Dean

October 14, 2020

Mr. Couture was always a true gentleman. He always showed me the utmost respect even though I was much younger. Lynne and Mrs Couture please know that he will be greatly missed by me. We have lost a great one.
Brad

Ivette Garcia

October 14, 2020

Pauline, Lynne & Tim - I don't know what I'm going to miss more about Ernie... His warm smile, his kind words or Ernie always offering me some candy... ♥ ♥ ♥ It will never be the same not seeing him come out of the elevator and saying good morning - he was a beautiful and kind soul - what an amazing person and what a remarkable life... I feel so lucky that I got to know him... May the angels raise him up to be in Gods loving arms... Love you guys... ♥ ♥ ♥

Joyce Brennan

October 13, 2020

Pauline and family .....just read in projo that your husband passed away! Although I never knew knew him, I wanted to send my condolences to you. It’s been a long time since our fun days at Fore Court and I hope you are well! My sympathy to you and your family!

Rhoda and Irv Levin

October 13, 2020

Pauline, Lyn and Tim, so sorry for your loss...Ernie was "one of a kind", a person we will never forget. He will be missed......Rhoda and Irv Levin

Dan and June Couture

October 13, 2020

Uncle Ernie was a kind and gentle soul. He was always interested in our lives. We send our love to Aunt Pauline, Lyn, and Tim.
Love Dan and June Couture
Slatersville RI

Kenneth Thorsen

October 13, 2020

Next door neighbor and friend for fifty years. Couldn't imagine a finer neighbor or nice friend. He will be sorely missed

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