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John Goralski Obituary
Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Gudz) Goralski, Sr. John was a loving father of two and he is survived by his daughters, Diane Giguere and Laura Cole, and his brother, Robert Goralski. John is also survived by three grandchildren who adored their "Papa", Michael Giguere, Sadie Cole, Sofie Cole, and one great grandchild William Giguere.
John was an army veteran of the Vietnam War and was an English teacher at the Woonsocket Jr/Sr High School for many years before retiring. John led a colorful life and was a friend to all that knew him. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all staff members that cared for John during his years at Berkshire Place and a special thank you to the staff at Roger Williams Hospital.
His funeral service will be video live streamed, Monday, May 11th at 10AM on the O'Neill Funeral Home website. Please go to
www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island, 1017 Waterman Ave., East Providence, RI 02914. (biari.org)
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Dr. Marvela Hermanus
July 10, 2020
I have been touched by the joyful and kind spirit of John each time I saw him at Berkshire Place. I can truly and sincerely say John is a bowl of sunshine... living with our Lord Jesus Christ. His beautiful eyes and radiant smile and resounding voice stay with me. I will miss him very much with sadness. My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with John's family.
Andre Noel
May 16, 2020
John was a great classmate at WHS. John was a lot of fun. He always had a smile
when you met him. My prayers are with him and his family.
Kathy Jellison
May 12, 2020
John and I were classmates at WHS. Many fond memories of a really nice guy. May he rest in peace.
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Brian & Carol Kane
May 12, 2020
To the Goralski Family,
Extending our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of John. Wishing you the comfort of peace and light during this sad time.
Michael and Barbara Erickson
May 11, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal. Christ us risen.
Mike and Barbara Erickson
Patricia Lavallee
May 9, 2020
To the family of John Goralski. My deepest sympathy on your loss.
Patricia Lavallee
Paulette/Al Butler
May 9, 2020
Bob, were very sorry for the loss of your brother. Siblings are special and I hope the memories make you smile.
Paulette/Al Butler
May 9, 2020
Diane, Al and I are very sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you.
Mel & Tom Hebert
May 8, 2020
Bob. So very sorry for the loss of your brother. May you happy memories sustain you and his family. RIP John.
Steve and Michelle Ciullo
May 8, 2020
Bob & Lorrie, to you and your entire family, we send our deepest sympathies. Wishing you happy memories to fill your thoughts and ease your pain. If we can do anything, please let us know. Sending love and prayers.
Dorothy Karolyshyn
May 8, 2020
Dear Laura, Diane and Bobby,
We are thinking of you and send our deep sympathy on your loss. May Johns memory be eternal!
Michael and Dottie Karolyshyn
Tracy Charette
May 8, 2020
Sincere condolences to your entire family! So sorry for your loss.
Patricia Bourgery
May 8, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Diane and Laura, and to Bobby and his family on the passing of your father and brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Memory eternal!
Janice Meschisen
May 8, 2020
To the whole Goralski Family,
My deepest sympathies are extended to you all on the passing of John!
May he rest where there is no sickness, sighing, or suffering, but life everlasting!
May you find the peace and strength, that only God can give, in the days ahead!
Christ Is Risen!
Janice Meschisen
Michael and Bessie Papigiotis
May 8, 2020
To Bob, Lorrie and Family, Please accept our deepest and sincerest sympathy on the loss of your beloved brother, John. May he Rest In Peace and May his Memory Be Eternal. ✝
Michael and Bessie Papigiotis
Kathy Marsili
May 8, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Kathy and Steve Marsili
Helen Trudeau
May 8, 2020
So sorry for your familys loss and heartache
Linda Sue Berard
May 8, 2020
May God guide you through these tough times. May he give you the strenth you all need at this time.
Linda Sue +Dennis Berard
Tammy Lambert
May 8, 2020
Sending my prayers for the family and friends
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