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Kenneth Douglas Obituary
Mr. Douglas was born in Providence on June 27, 1931 the son of the late Kenneth W. Douglas and Regis (Masterson) Douglas.
Mr. Douglas was President of the New England Paper Tube Company in Pawtucket for many years.
Besides his friend Stanley, Mr. Douglas is survived by his brothers, Jay Dwight Douglas, and James N. Douglas, his sisters Karen F. Natal and Gail R. Richard. He was the brother of the late Shirley D. Loud. Mr. Douglas is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Ken was a graduate and longtime benefactor of Worcester Academy in Worcester, Massachusetts. Ken was also a member of the University Club, Providence.
The funeral for Mr. Douglas will be Monday at 9:00am from the Manning-Heffern Funeral Home, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial in Pope John Paul II Church, 697 Central Avenue, Pawtucket at 10:00 am. His burial will be in the Douglas family lot in Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery, Pawtucket. The calling hours for Ken will be Sunday from 4-7 pm in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Research Center, 313 Washington Street, Suite 310, Newton, Massachusetts, 02458. For online condolences please visit www.manningheffern.com.
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November 9, 2016
So sorry to hear about Ken's passing. I knew him in Nantucket years ago - always very kind and so charming. Those were good days!
~ Marcia V. Daly
November 8, 2016
It's never easy losing a loved one however our creator can provided us the strength and courage needed to cope with our loss. 1 Corinthians 1:3
November 7, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope Jer. 29: 11,12 bring you some comfort during this difficult time.
Bob Maguire
November 7, 2016
Dear friends and family. Know that our thoughts+ prayers are with you.Ken was always good to me and my family. He was kind and thoughtful and always 1st with a Christmas card.Fond memories of yacht hopping in Nantucket one time long ago and an unforgettable party,celebration, at the "wedding cake house" in Maine. So glad I had the opportunity to visit him last summer and have a chuckle and share a few happy memories. I like to think that my dear Karen was there to welcome him to Paradise. Peace be with you! Sincerely, Bob,Eileen and Maguire family
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Ed Depina
November 6, 2016
Mr.Douglas was a fine man who employed members of my family for many years his family has our deepest sympathy.
Dale Agostinelli
November 5, 2016
I will miss his infectious smile and happy influences. What a sweet man he was to me, always.
With Love,
Dale Agostinelli
CVS pharmacist on Newport ave, pawtucket.
November 4, 2016
Dearest Stanley I share deeply in your loss of Kenny-you were so wonderful and caring during his moments of need-You were a most loving friend to him-- your care gave him not only much comfort but extra time here on earth-Bianca
George, Maggie & Katie Hovarth
November 4, 2016
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to all the Douglas Family. Ken will be greatly missed.
KIM SMITH
November 4, 2016
MAY GOOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF YOUR LOSS
November 4, 2016
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR A BOUT YOUR LOSS MAY GOOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME .
November 4, 2016
To all the Douglas family- my fondest sympathy for your loss-I was fortunate enough to have Kenny in my life for 50 or so years-so many wonderful memories-I will continue to think of him as part of my world--Sincerely Bianca
The Staff of Manning-Heffern Funeral Home
November 4, 2016
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