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Richard DeCoste Obituary
Born July 21, 1966 in Framingham, Mass., he was the son of Maureen York of Woonsocket and Harold DeCoste of Wahoo, Neb. He was also the stepson of Richard York.
Scott served in the United States Navy for 23 years, retiring January, 2007 as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. During his Naval career, he always had some much energy that he worked additional jobs that included part time police officer in Maine, part time Sheriff in Pascagoula, Miss. and security at Gillette Stadium that included working the New England Patriots games. As he had some much time on the books prior to his Naval retirement, he started working at Southern Automotive in October 2006 and was employed as a Sales Manager up until his death.
Scott gave everything his all which included his love for the New England Patriots and Crossfit Krypton. He loved his family, especially the times spent with his grandchildren.
Besides his wife and parents, he is survived by his children, Travis (Stephani) Pavoni of Naples Italy, Alicia Pavoni of Blackstone, Crystall DeCoste of Santa Fe, Texas and his special granddaughter Alexis DeCoste of Chesapeake, Virg., whom he and his wife were raising. Two brothers, David DeCoste of Bellingham, and Kirk DeCoste of Wahoo, Neb., three sisters, Diana (Jim) Gamache of North Smithfield, Maureen (Keith) Gazaille of McDonough Georgia and Kate DeCoste of Wahoo, Neb. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brycen and Lyle Pavoni, Kennedy and Connor Sellers, and Clifton McClane, Jr.
His Funeral will be Wednesday (Sept. 9) at 9 a.m. from the Kubaska Funeral Home, 33 Harris Ave. Woonsocket with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Church, 190 No. Main St., Woonsocket. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Charles Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation hours are Tuesday from 4-8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the Circle in the Bridge, to benefit the Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters in Norfolk, Virg. Donations can be mailed to 925 Hanbury Court, Chesapeake, VA, 23322.
The family is requesting if you are going to attend the wake, please wear your favorite New England Patriot's jersey, shirt, or hat to honor Scott.
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ronald bergeron
September 6, 2015
my deepest condolences to his family rip scott all of our lives where better of knowing you thru the school years your truly a Woonsocket rocket now on your way to heaven
Linda Wolfe
September 6, 2015
Rip my fellow classmate and ship mate. Sending peace to the family. Wish I was in RI to attend the celebrations of your life.
Sara Spinka
September 6, 2015
Dear Lisa & Alexis, We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. May Scott rest in peace. Love, Sara & Warren
David Suranie
September 6, 2015
RIP Scott!
A family man who was devoted to his love of his life Lisa his wife, and his granddaughter Alexis who he was raising. Scott was also a huge Patriots fan so let's educate this season to our dear friend .
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Linda Dyer
September 4, 2015
Dear Lisa & Alexis
I am heartbroken over your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. God Bless you all.
Jeannettea Martin-Casimir
September 3, 2015
A loving soldier called to glory. Rest in peace Chief!! GM FINANCIAL
Kari-An Overman
September 3, 2015
Lisa and Alexis,
I am heartbroken for your loss. The many pictures of your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Scott will always be apart of your heart and spirit and I pray for healing and comfort for you and your family memeber.
Thank you for your thoughtful donations to Circle in the Bridge.
Sara Lancaster
September 3, 2015
See you in the clouds Shipmate. You will be missed.
Mona M
September 3, 2015
Scott - I will never forget your spirit, energy and love of life. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to serve with you, and to have known you. Fair winds and following seas shipmate... See you on the other side.
Erica M
September 3, 2015
" You were loved by many and will be missed by all, until we meet again my friend."
Melissa Zibutis
September 3, 2015
There is a tiny New England community down here in Virginia and I could always count on Scott as one to make me feel home. We'd go back and forth about the Pats, the Sox (they were doing ok back then) and just being from New England in general. We are a different bread.
I have so many fond memories of this goofball showing me crazy tailgate videos from Gillette stadium on his phone. His energy was unmatched. His spirit unwavered.
Rest easy my Rhodie buddy! I hear heaven has a great Box and unlimited NFL network access.
Jayson S
September 3, 2015
Taz..Fair winds and following seas brother..R.I.P..you will be missed.
Clif Jones
September 3, 2015
Scott for the first time in my life, I'm at a loss for words. Thank you Shipmate for sharing your thoughts, fellowship and your life with me.
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