Dorothy Irene Bowlby
Bristol resident
Dorothy Irene (Garrison) Bowlby, 68, of 7 Fairmount Ave., died Friday, Feb. 28, 2003, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. She was the wife of Richard A. Bowlby. Born in Newport on June 9, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Russell W. and Mabel Eleanor (Stone) Garrison. Besides her husband, she leaves a stepson, Michael A. Bowlby of Sturgeon Bay, Wis.; four sons, Richard D. Clarke of West Jordan, Utah, Mark S. Clarke of Phoenix, Ariz., Robert G. Clarke of Whitefield, Okla., and Jeffery Clarke of Stringtown, Okla.; a daughter, Christina Mae Troutman of Coventry; two stepdaughters, Deborah R. Thronton of Sturgeon Bay, Wis. and Jeanine Emerick of Texas; two brothers, William R. Garrison of Greenville and Lawrence R. Garrison of Garner, N.C.; two sisters, Carol M. Smith and Marie Kent of Middletown; 26 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was also the mother of the late Jack W. Clarke and the sister of the late James R. Garrison and the late Shirley Fougere. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 4, in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Middletown. Burial followed in Newport Memorial Park.

Frank Whittemore
Environmentalist, political activist, sailor, organizer
Frank Whittemore of Wenham, Mass., died Saturday, March 1, 2002 [this is a typo...should be 2003], at home after a battle with pancreatic cancer. A well-known former Barrington resident who lived in town for many years, he was the husband of Carol Decker. Born in Worcester, Mass., a son of the late Blanche (Barney) Whittemore and Frank Whittemore Sr., he was a well-known environmentalist, outdoorsman, sailor and energy and management consultant, and helped organize Bar Zap, a local environmental organization and the forerunner of OSCAR. Bar Zap was the first town-wide litter control program in Rhode Island. Through it, Mr. Whittemore worked for 21 years with high school students and civic organizations to organize town-wide clean-up events. Bar Zap later evolved into OSCAR, the ocean state-recycling program. An energetic and dedicated environmental advocate, Mr.Whittemore received a gubernatorial appointment to Governor Garrahy's task force and served as vice-chairman of the Narragansett Bay Water Quality District Commission, which led to the re-building of the Providence Waste Water Treatment facility. The facility won national awards for innovative solar design and treatment. Mr. Whittemore was a former chairman of the Justice Assistance Corporation. He served on the Juvenile Hearing Board, founded the Barrington Boosters Club and the Barrington Harbors Association, and coached the Tri-State Junior Ski Team and the Eastern Junior National Ski team. He was a long-time member of Save The Bay, and served several terms as chairman of the group's board of directors. A two-term president of Common Cause of Rhode Island, he lobbied in Washington for environmental causes. Mr. Whittemore served in the Army Air Corps during World War II and returned to continue his career as an engineer for the Norton Company in Worcester, Mass., where he worked for 37 years. He was appointed account executive of the Abrasives Marketing Group in recognition of his loyal service, leadership and professional abilities. Mr. Whittemore loved the ocean and was an avid International 110 sailboat racer. He was an expert downhill skier, and enjoyed setting flags and racing in the veteran's division. He spent many spring days camping at and skiing Hillman's Highway and the Gulf of Slides of Mount Washington. He enjoyed a challenging game of tennis and kayaking the bays of Massachusetts and 'downeast' Maine. After re-marrying and moving to Massachusetts, his most recent avocation was the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, where he devoted over 1,000 hours as a volunteer, assisting with sanctuary fundraisers and conducting property renovations at the Cedar Pond property. Recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, he was extremely grateful for the care and support given by Hospice of the North Shore and the love and concern shown by so many friends, family and staff who supported him throughout his illness Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Suki Strong of Cedaredge, Colo.; a son, David Whittemore of Yucca Valley, Calif.; and a granddaughter, Perrin Elisha of New Mexico. A gathering for friends and family will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 7, at the North Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, 323 Locust St., Rt. 35, Danvers, Mass. A period of reflection will follow at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Massachusetts Audubon Society's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, Mass. 01983. There, a memorial fund will be established in Mr. Whittemore's name to support sanctuary conservation and education programs. Arrangements were by Simplicity Burial & Cremation Services in Newburyport, Mass.

Ida Morse
Moved to town 33 years ago
Ida Morse, 91, of Fales Avenue, died Monday, Feb. 7, 2003, at the Tockwotton Home in Providence. She was the wife of the late Irving Morse. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Harry and Annie (Bachman) Weiner, she lived in Providence for many years before moving to Barrington in 1970. Mrs. Morse was a member of Temple Emanu-El in Providence and a life member of the Pioneer Women. She was also a member of the Miriam Hospital Women's' Association and the former Jewish Home for the Aged. She leaves two daughters, Esther Gold of Rutland, Vt., and Rosalyn Edelberg of Barrington; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Benjamin Weiner. Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb. 20, in the Samuel Priest Chapel at Lincoln Park Cemetery in Warwick.

Rita Galinelli
Former floor lady, lived in town 50 years
Rita Galinelli, 75, of 8 Harris Avenue, died Friday, Feb. 28, 2003, at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Peter J. Galinelli Sr. Born in Bristol, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Amelia (Batti) Pagano. She lived in Warren for 50 years. Mrs. Galinelli was a former floor lady at the former Collins and Aikman in Bristol. She had also worked for Rod's Grille in Warren. She was a communicant of St. Jean Baptiste Church, Warren. She leaves three sons, Thomas P. Galinelli of Plainfield, Conn., Peter J. Galinelli of Warren and Robert J. Galinelli of Providence; two brothers, Frank Pagano and Bart Pagano, both of Bristol; six sisters, Mary Stanzione and Eleanor Rodrigues, both of Bristol. Victoria "Lena" Costa and Stella Catalfano, both of Warren, and Jeannette McConnell and Catherine Lombardi, both of Barrington; and four grandchildren, Greg, Jared, Peter and Tina Galinelli. She was the sister of the late Sadie Stanzione and Millie Romano. Mrs. Galinelli's funeral was on Tuesday, March 4, from Wilbur-Romano Funeral home, Warren, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Jean Baptiste Church. She was buried in St. Jean Baptiste Cemetery.

Lisa D'Andrea
Died in The Station fire
Funeral services were held Saturday, March 1, for Lisa D'Andrea, 42, of Blanding Avenue, who died in The Station fire in West Warwick that claimed 98 lives on Thursday, Feb. 20. Ms. D'Andrea, a daughter of William and Phyllis D'Andrea of Riverside, was a special education teacher at Cranston East High School. She loved her friends, music and her Bay Spring neighborhood. She was a member of the Allin's Cove Neighborhood Association, which seeks to protect Bay Spring's fragile salt marshes, and enjoyed walking along the water near her home collecting sea shells. Her home was well-known in the neighborhood, its front yard filled with angels, figurines and other lawn decorations. Ms. D'Andrea had lived in Barrington for several years; she attended the Great White concert at The Station with friend Abbie Hoisington, 28, of Cranston, who also perished in the fire. Besides her parents, Ms. D'Andrea leaves two brothers, Peter D'Andrea of Los Angeles and Mark D'Andrea of Newport; and a sister, Paula D'Andrea, also of Los Angeles.

John A. Primiano
Served his country in World War II
John Andrew Primiano, 78, of Virginia Road, Barrington, died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2003, at home, following a three-year battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He was the husband of Marion Ina (Batty) Primiano. Born in Warren, a son of the late Angelo and Josephine (Vitullo) Primiano, he had lived in Barrington for 53 years. Mr. Primiano worked as a maintenance coordinator for the Grodon Center in Providence. A United States Army veteran, he enlisted on May 14, 1943, as a forward artillery observer with the 8th Infantry Division. For his service to country, he received the Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory Medal. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening and spending time with his family. He was also a devoted and avid soccer fan. Even after his son and grandchildren stopped playing, Mr. Primiano traveled throughout New England to watch the soccer matches of the University of Rhode Island men's team. His son, "Jay" Primiano, is the team's assistant coach. Beside his wife, Mr. Primiano leaves a son, John Andrew Primiano Jr. of Jamestown; two daughters, Nancy Jane White of Barrington and Rebecca Ann Levick of Concord, N.H.; a brother, Donald Francis Primiano of Warren; three sisters, Anna Marie Galuska of Kinderhook, N.Y., Sandra Virginia Pinkowski of Stuyvesant, N.Y. and Paula Evelyn Dias of Portsmouth; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 1, in Barrington United Methodist Church. Burial was private. Memorial donations may be made to VNA of Rhode Island Hospice Palliative Care Unit, 622 George Washington Highway, Lincoln, R.I. 02865. Arrangements were by the Smith Mason Funeral Home in East Providence.

Santina M. Palumbo
Was born in Barrington
Santina M. "Sandy" Palumbo, 86, of Newark, Del. and formerly of Barrington, died Monday, Feb. 24, 2003, at home. She was the wife of the late Antonio P. Palumbo. Born in Barrington, a daughter of the late Tomaso and Assunta (Viccioni) Casale, she lived here until moving to Delaware in 1963. Mrs. Palumbo worked at the former Rhode Island Laceworks in Barrington for more than 30 years, and later managed the Country Maid Deli in Newark, before retiring in 1978. She was a member of Holy Family Church in Newark, and loved cooking and caring for her family. She leaves three daughters, Sandra A. Wolowacki of Johnston and Toni A. and Nina C. Reed, both of Newark; two sisters, Virginia Tanzi of Johnston and Katherine Papa of Barrington; nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was a sister of the late Lucia and James Casale. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Saturday, March 1, in St. John the Baptist Church, Newark. Burial followed in All Saints Cemetery in Wilmington, Del.

Veril F. Tripp
Lifelong resident was Westport High graduate
Veril F. (Hanson) Tripp, 83, of Sanford Road died Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2003, at Charlton Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the widow of Herbert M. Tripp, Jr. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Julius H. and Nettie (McPherson) Hanson. She was a lifelong resident of Westport and a graduate of Westport High School, class of 1938. Mrs. Tripp was a member of People's Christian Church, New Bedford. She leaves two sisters, Arline N. Hanson of Marlboro and Jean Hart of Westport; and a niece and two nephews. Arrangements are by Potter Funeral Home in Westport.

Alice C. Silvia
Seamstress. grandmother of 10, enjoyed dolls and crafts
Alice C. (Valcourt) Silvia, 74, of Globe St., Fall River, formerly of Westport, died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2003, at home after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Henry Garside and the late George Silvia. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late Napoleon Valcourt and the late Alice (Depin) Valcourt. Mrs. Silvia was employed as a seamstress and machine operator in the garment industry for many shops in the Fall River area for many years. She enjoyed dolls and crafts. She leaves a son, Randall B. Garside of Fall River; a daughter, Tracey Pimental of Fall River; two sisters, Margaret Kasey Parks of Vidor, Texas, and Jeanette Fournier of Fall River; a stepdaughter, Gail Gosselin of Fall River; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was the mother of the late Steven Garside and Sandra Fournier and the sister of the late Frederick and Katherine Kasey and Dolores Medeiros. Arrangements are by the Boule Funeral Home, 615 Broadway, Fall River.

William E. St. Ours Sr.
Machinist, member of Warren Fire Department
William E. St. Ours Sr., 66, of 10 Paul Court, died Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2003, at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of the late Dolores (Martin) St. Ours. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Louis and Catherine (Ranieri) St. Ours. He lived in Warren most of his life. Mr. St. Ours was a machinist for Reed-Rico in Bristol for 37 years. He was a member of the Warren Fire Department, Mechanics Company, Engine #2, the Italo-American Citizens Club, the former Warren Indian Band and the former International Order of Brother. He leaves a son, William E. St. Ours Jr. of Warren; three sisters, Rose Branco of East Providence, and Gloria Mansi and Lorraine Sgambato, both of Warren; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late John, Louis Jr. and Andrew St. Ours, Carmela Papa and Julia Scolaro. Mr. St. Ours' funeral was on Monday, Feb. 24, from Wilbur-Romano Funeral Home, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Alexander's Church, Warren. He was buried in St. Mary of the Bay Cemetery.

Margaret T. Schene
Avid bridge player, great cook, loved animals
Margaret T. "Marge" (Deegan) Schene, 83, died unexpectedly on Friday, Feb. 28, 2003, at home. She was the widow of Arthur V. "Art" Schene. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna Deegan. She had lived in Westport permanently since 1984. Previously, she lived in Harvard and had summered in Westport since 1975. Mrs. Schene was a homemaker and an avid bridge player. She was an excellent cook and a lover of animals, with two dogs of her own. She was a member of the Acoaxet Club. She leaves a daughter, Carol Schene of Westport; a son, Edward A. Schene and his wife, Bridget Butlin of Newport, R.I.; and several nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Mary Stein, Veronica Sparks, Nancy McMahon and Thomas Deegan. A private burial service will be held at Beech Grove Cemetery. Arrangements are by Dartmouth Funeral Home of Waring- Sullivan, 230 Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth.

Mary A. Davis
Waitress at St. George School, LaForge Tea Room
Mary A. (Broadbent) Davis, 95, of Howland Road died Sunday, March 2, 2003, at Charlton Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the widow of Leslie "Bud" A. Davis. Born in Fall River, she was the daughter of the late William and the late Mary (Longworth) Broadbent. She had lived in Westport since 1930. Mrs. Davis was employed as a waitress at various establishments, including St. George School in Middletown, R.I., and the former LaForge Tea Room in Newport., R.I. , until her retirement. She was a member of the Little Compton United Congregational Church in Little Compton, R.I., and of the Senior Citizens of Little Compton. She leaves a sister, Ruth A. Fuller of Little Compton; several nieces and nephews; and several grand-nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late William, Harry, Alfred and Fred Broadbent. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 8, at 11 a.m. at Little Compton United Congregational Church. Interment will be private. Arrangements are by Potter Funeral Home, 81 Reed Road, Westport.

Donald W. Paul
Army veteran was longtime Bristol resident
Donald W. Paul, 39, of Lee, Mass., and formerly of Bristol, died Monday, February 24, 2003, at his home. He was the son of William E. and Helen M. (Dexter) Paul of Tiverton and Diamondhead, Miss. Born in Providence, Mr. Paul was a Bristol resident for most of his life. He was a line cook at Rhode Island Hospital after serving as a cook in the United States Army, where he received the Army Commendation Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, a member of the D.A.V. in Providence, and Veterans of Foreign Wars in Warren. He was an avid cook. Besides his parents, he leaves three brothers, Brian E. Paul of Boston, David J. Paul of Bristol and William P. Paul of Baton Rouge, La. A Mass of Christian burial was held Saturday, March 1, in St. Elizabeth's Church. Burial with military honors followed in Rhode Island Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, NE Division, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA, 01701.

Patricia A. Sousa
Owned and operated Patricia's Beauty Salon
Patricia A. (Murphy) Sousa, 66, of William Street, Dighton, Mass., died Saturday, March 8, 2003, in Charlton Memorial Hospital, Fall River. She was the former wife of Alfred Sousa. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Dr. James E. Murphy and Gertrude (O'Leary) Murphy. She resided in Tiverton for most of her life, moving to Dighton 10 years ago. Mrs. Sousa was owner and operator of the former Patricia's Beauty Salon on Hooper Street, Tiverton, for over 30 years, retiring in 1998. She was past president of the Fall River Hairdressing Association and a graduate of the former Mount St. Mary's Academy in Fall River. She was a communicant of St. Peter's Church in Dighton, a member of the Tiverton Garden Club and an avid reader. Surviving in addition to her former husband are two daughters, Eileen P. Lopes of North Dighton and Kathleen A. Sousa of Fall River; two sons, Kevin Sousa of Dighton and Paul Sousa of Queens, N.Y., a sister, Gertrude McDermmott of Providence; three granddaughters, Erica, Kayla and Jenna Lopes; a dear friend, Gregory Mello of Dighton, and several nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late James E. Murphy, Jr., Sister Eileen Murphy, RSM, and Maureen Gil. The funeral was held Tuesday from the Rose E. Sullivan & Waring Home, Somerset, Mass., followed by a funeral mass in St. Peter's Church, Dighton. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Somerset.

Antonio F. Gomes
Former boat builder leaves a daughter in town
Antonio F. Gomes, 92, of Bristol, died Tuesday, March 11, 2003, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of the late Emilia (DaSilva) Gomes. Born in Faial, the Azores, he was the son of the late Manuel S. and Maria (Silva) Gomes. He lived in Bristol for 45 years since moving from the Azores at the age of 47. Mr. Gomes was a boat builder and carpenter for Anchorage Boat Building in Warren for 18 years, retiring in 1975. He leaves one son, Manuel Gomes of Zionsville, Ind.; two daughters, Mary DeCastro of Bristol and Connie Silveira of Seekonk; two sisters, Rosa Gomes and Maria Santos of Faial; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 14, at 8 a.m. from the George C. Lima Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian burial at 9 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Church. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Bruce J. Kennedy
Construction company owner, Warren native
Bruce J. Kennedy, 45, of West Shore Road, Warwick, died Sunday, March 2, 2003, unexpectedly at home. He was the husband of Elise M. (Soares) Kennedy. Born in Warren, he was the son of Doris (Dusseault) Kennedy of Warren, and the late James A. Kennedy. He had lived in Warren and Westport before moving to Warwick eight years ago. Mr. Kennedy was the vice-president of Crystoria Construction Co., which had initially started in the East Bay area. Known as a hard worker with a strong work ethic, his compassion drove him to help others, even customers, in times of need, oftentimes working out barter arrangements in lieu of cash payments. Described by many as a man "who would give you the shirt off his back," Mr. Kennedy saw his business grow from a specialty in roofing and siding, to all phases of general contracting. His workers, likewise, respected him as a man who, due to his position, could delegate tasks, but often swung hammers and climbed ladders alongside employees. A devoted family man, Mr. Kennedy's main focus in life revolved around his children, grandchildren and immediate family members. He had enjoyed spending time with his late father, James A. Kennedy, and, more recently, cared for his parents' affairs. An avid golfer, he was a member of the ESCS Golf League at the Cranston Country Club in Warwick. He often contributed to charitable causes, recently helping to sponsor a golf tournament to benefit Miriam Hospital. Besides his wife and mother, he leaves two daughters, Crystal F. Silvia of Warwick and Victoria E. Silva of Fall River; a son, Colby J. Kennedy at home; a sister, Kathleen Tweedly of Pawtucket; a brother, Stephen Kennedy of Swansea; grandsons Christopher J. and Ethan D. Silva; a nephew, Jonathan Kennedy, and niece, Stephanie Lynn Morris. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Mr. Kennedy on Friday, March 7, in St. Kevin Church, Sandy Lane, Warwick. Burial was private. A special memorial service hosted by his family will be held for Mr. Kennedy on Thursday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m., at the William J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, 15 Church St., Warren. All who knew him are invited to attend. Flowers are respectfully and gratefully accepted.

Shirley E. Carlson
Homemaker, gardener, married almost 56 years
Shirley E. "Lee" Carlson, 75, died Thursday, Feb. 20, 2003, at her daughter's home in Casselberry, Fla., after a long illness. She was the wife of Richard S. Carlson of Westport, Mass. They would have celebrated 56 years of marriage in August. Born in New Bedford, Mass., she was the daughter of David and Gertrude Seddon. She lived in Acton before moving to Westport 27 years ago. She was a graduate of New Bedford High School, Class of 1945. Mrs. Carlson was a homemaker. She loved plants and working in her garden. Her garden was a source of great joy to her and its beauty was admired by her many friends and neighbors. Besides her husband, she leaves a son, Dr. David S. Carlson and his wife, Mary, of Dallas, Texas; two daughters, Nancy L. McDonough and her husband, Myles, of St. Petersburg and Lisa A. Carlson of Casselberry; and four grandchildren, Tyler S. Carlson of Westport, David S. Carlson Jr. of Austin, Texas, and Berit Carlson and Dana Carlson of Dallas. Her memorial service will be held this summer in Westport. Arrangements were by the Orlando Direct Cremation Service, Altamonte Springs, Fla.

Patricia A. Lake
Homemaker was Eucharistic minister, choir member
Patricia Ann Lake, 67, of University Drive died Thursday, March 6, 2003, at home. She was the wife of William A. Lake. Born in Norwood, she was the daughter of Margaret (Webster) Keyes of Somerset and the late Ralph L. Keyes. Mrs. Lake was a homemaker most of her life. She was an active member of the St. John Episcopal Church in Fall River for many years and was a Eucharistic minister with the church. She was a member of the Fall River Chapter of Rainbow Girls and sang for many years with the Allegro Choir in Fall River. Besides her husband of 45 years and her mother, she leaves a daughter, Katherine Smith of Westport; a son, Andrew W. Lake of Fall River; a stepsister, Evelyn Batchellar of Somerset; a sister, Elizabeth K. Webb of Walpole, N.H.; three stepbrothers, David K. Keyes, Swansea, Ralph L. Keyes, Jr., of Fall River, and James Coxon of Ludlow; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by the Hathaway Home for Funerals, 1813 Robeson St., Fall River.

Joan M. Penkala
Former Warren welfare director, lifelong resident
Joan M. Penkala, 69, formerly of Dyer Street, died Thursday, March 6, 2003, at Grand Islander Health Center in Middletown. She was the wife of the late John F. Penkala Jr. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Genevieve (Boyle) Krawcyk. She was a lifelong Warren resident. Mrs. Penkala had been a loan officer at the former Universal CIT Credit, in Providence, for five years, before retiring. She previously served as welfare director in Warren for many years. She was a communicant of St. Mary of the Bay Church, and was a graduate of St. Mary Academy Bay View in East Providence and Bryant College in Smithfield. She leaves three daughters, Christine Greer of Reston, Va., Mary Beth D'Agostino of Coventry and Rosemary Penkala of East Greenwich; two sons, John F. Penkala of Johnston and Joseph G. Penkala of Bristol; and one brother, Gregory Krawcyk of Warren. She was the sister of the late Richard Krawcyk. Mrs. Penkala's funeral is today, Wednesday, March 12, at 9 a.m., from William J. Smith & Sons Funeral Home, 15 Church St., Warren, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10 a.m. ,in St. Mary of the Bay Church, Main Street. She will be buried in St. Mary of the Bay Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 245 Waterman Ave., Suite 306, East Providence, RI 02906, or the Rhode Island Lung Association, 10 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02914. Virtual condolences are being accepted at www.wjsmithfh.com.

Manly C. Beebe
Raytheon engineer, jazz enthusiast
Manly Colton Beebe, 80, of 86 Island View Drive, Tiverton, formerly of Portsmouth, died Friday, March 7, 2003, at his home. He was the husband of the late Jane H. (Rielly) Beebe. Born in Boston on Oct. 4, 1922, he was a son of the late Maxwell and Olive (Cristensen) Beebe. Mr. Beebe had worked as an electrical design engineer for Raytheon Co. in Portsmouth from 1946 to 1992. He was a graduate of Northeastern University in Boston and was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Newport Friends of Jazz, an avid collector of jazz albums, and had run "record hops" in Boston when he was younger. For several years he was a Saturday night deejay for the former WRLN, now WSNE. Mr. Beebe was a HAM radio operator who went by the call letters KITPK and was active in HAM radio organizations. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Portsmouth. He leaves two sons, James McLaughlin of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Paul McLaughlin of Portsmouth; three daughters, Sheila Seyster of Tiverton, Faith Beebe of Portsmouth and Joan Moceri of Gloucester, Mass.; a stepdaughter, Karen Perry of Portsmouth; a sister, Eleanor Beebe of Gloucester; and 12 grandchildren. He was the brother of the late John Beebe. His funeral was held on Tuesday, March 11, in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Portsmouth. Burial was in St. Paul's Churchyard. Memorial donations may be made to the Robert Potter League for Animals, P.O. Box 412, Newport, R.I. 02840.