Dorothy A. Morse
Retired secretary for school department
Dorothy A. Morse, 84, of North Kingstown died Wednesday, March 20, 2002, at the Roberts Health Centre. She was the wife of the late Carl Morse and the late William Hutchison. Born in Kearny, N.J., a daughter of the late Harry and Mildred (Patterson) Dawson, she had lived in Warren for 47 years before moving to North Kingstown. Mrs. Morse was a secretary for the Warren School Department for 18 years. An avid baseball fan, she was a charter member of the Pawtucket Red Sox Fan Club. She leaves two daughters, Elizabeth Hedly of Barrington and Diane Luzar of Brookfield, Wisc.; two sons, Harry Hutchison of Punta Gorda, Fla., and Robert Hutchison of Wickford; two brothers, Robert Dawson of Lakewood, N.J., and Harry Dawson of Nipomo, Calif., and 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was the mother of the late Janet Robidou. Funeral services were private, with arrangements handled by the William J. Smith and Son Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Elzear L. Chabot
World War II veteran fought at Normandy
Elzear L. "Leo" Chabot, 88, of Pawleys Island, S.C., and formerly of Westport, died Sunday, June 9, 2002, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital in Georgetown, S.C., after a brief illness. He was the husband of Diana (Belisle) Chabot. The son of the late Arthur and Roseanna (Plante) Chabot, he was born in Fall River and lived most of his life in Westport. He worked as a self-employed barber for more than 50 years. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, Mr. Chabot fought at Normandy and received three battle stars. He was a member of the American Legion Post 145 and the Disabled American Veterans, a past commander of the V.F.W. Ouellette Post and a charter member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Chabot was an avid baseball fan, especially of the Boston Red Sox. In addition to his wife, he leaves a daughter, Eileen Delsolia and her husband, Bob, of Pawleys Island, S.C.; two sisters, Rita Baker of Westport and Lorraine Dufault of Somerset; three grandchildren, Brian Delsolia and his wife, April, of Methuen, Gena Mitchell and her husband, Christopher, of Methuen, and Karen Mendieta and her husband, Norman, of Lawrence, and six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, June 14, at 11:30 a.m. at St. George's Church in Westport. Arrangements are by Potter Funeral Home.

Cheryl D. Smith
NASCAR fan was born in Westport
Cheryl D. Smith, 58, of New Bedford died Sunday, June 9, 2002, at St. Luke's Hospital. Born in Westport, a daughter of the late Robert E. and Doris (Teasdale) Smith, she lived in Greater New Bedford. Ms. Smith was a NASCAR fan and enjoyed going to Project Independence. She had many friends at the dialysis clinic and loved her two cats. Ms. Smith was loved by all of her many friends. She leaves two sisters. She was the mother of the late Sandra Borges, a sister of the late Richard Smith and, for many years, the companion of the late Ernest Borges and the late Brian Hebert. Her graveside service was held on Thursday, June 13, at St. John's Cemetery. Arrangements were by Boulevard Funeral Home in New Bedford.

Rose C. Lenox
Little Comtpon resident for 23 years
Rose C. Lenox, 89, of Wild Cherry Drive, Little Compton, died Saturday, June 8, 2002, at St. Anne's Hospital, Fall River. She was the wife of the late Edward F. Lenoz Sr. Born in Newark, N.J., a daughter of the late Frank X. and Rose (Ritger) Renner, she had lived in Needham, Mass., for 21 years before moving to Little Compton 23 years ago. She was a communicant of St. Catherine of Siena Church, Little Compton. She leaves three sons, Edward F. Lenox Jr. of Wrentham, Mass., William F. Lenox of Scituate, and John F. Lenox of Plymouth, Mass.; and five grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Frank Renner, George Renner and Hildegard Hebert. Her funeral was held on Wednesday, June 12, from the Fern Acres Funeral Home, Little Compton, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine of Siena Church on The Commons. Burial was in Our Lady of Fatima Cemetery, Little Compton.

Frank M. 'Flash' Correia
Leaves family in Tiverton
Frank M. "Flash" Correia, 80, of Fall River, died Saturday, June 8, 2002, at home. He was the husband of Alice (Almeida) Correia. Born in Tiverton, he was the son of the late Peter and Anna (Medeiros) Correia. He had lived in Fall River for most of his life. Mr. Correia worked for the Fall River School Department and at the Fall River Incinerator for several years, retiring in 1981. He also worked for the former Firestone Rubber and Latex Company and was a member of the Retired Fall River Municipal Employees Association. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and a life member of the Woodrow L. Silvia VFW Post 5392, Tiverton, and the Disabled American Veterans, William S. Green Chapter. Mr. Correia was a graduate of the former Thibodeau Business School and had been active in the Boy Scouts of America and the South End Baseball Association during his youth. He was a former member of the Knights of Columbus in Westport and was a communicant of Holy Trinity Church. In addition to his wife, Mr. Correia leaves a son, Frank P. Correia of Tiverton; a brother, Alfred Correia of Tiverton; and three grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Manuel, Joseph, Peter, John and Ernest Correia. His funeral was held Wednesday from Oliveira Funeral Home in Fall River, with a funeral Mass in Holy Ghost Church in Tiverton. Entombment will be in Notre Dame Cemetery.

Thomas Hashway
Tiverton resident, foreman at textile mills
Thomas Hashway, 84, of Main Road, Tiverton, died Sunday, June 9, 2002, at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Providence. He was the husband of the late Felicia John Hashway and the late Matilda (Matook) Hashway. Born in Woonsocket, a son of the late Badi and Kokab (Jallad) Hashway, he had lived in Cenral Falls, Pawtucket and Fall River before moving to Tiverton three years ago. He was a 1935 graduate of Central Falls High School. Mr. Hashway had been a foreman at various textile mills in the Pawtucket and Fall River areas for 45 years before retiring in 1979. An Army veteran of World War II, serving as a master sergeant, he had received many medals and citations including the Bronze Star, the Belgium Freedom Medal and the French Liberty Medal. Mr. Hashway was a member of St. Mary's Syrian Orthodox Church in Pawtucket and the E.L. Freeman Lodge 41, F&AM, Pawtucket. He leaves two sons, Dr. Thomas Hashway Jr. of Hixson, Tenn., and Philip Hashway of Orange County, Calif.; a daughter, Mary Chiaverini of Orange County; two stepsons, James John of Buffalo, N.Y., and Gary John of Fall River; a stepdaughter, Andrea Robitaille of Fall River, and nine grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Roger, Ned and Baheig Hashway. His funeral and burial will be private.

Adam F. Trabert
Former service rep., enjoyed writing, martial arts
Adam F. Trabert, 29, of 1863 Pleasant St., Fall River, died Saturday, June 1, 2002, at home. Born in Baltimore, Md., a son of August C. Trabert in West Virginia and the late Doris Jean (Viveiros) Trabert, he had lived in Portsmouth and Fall River most of his life. Mr. Trabert attended Bristol Community College and was a former member of its Portuguese Club. He was an avid writer and enjoyed martial arts and reading science fiction. He previously worked as a service representative at Harte-Hanks, West Bridgewater, Mass., and at Lightbride, Waltham, Mass. Besides his father, he leaves a brother, Charles A. Trabert of Tiverton; a sister, Doreen L. Ptak of Livermore, Calif.; and two nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, June 8, in St. Anne's Church, Fall River. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Fall River.

John A. Anderson
Former resident; collected seashells
John A. Anderson, 57, of Riverside, died Tuesday, June 3, 2002, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Norma P. (O'Keefe) Anderson and the late Barbara (Minardi) Anderson. Born in Aurora, Ill., a son of the late Robert E. Anderson Sr. and Emily (Myers) Anderson, he had lived in Barrington before moving to Riverside 12 years ago. He was a truck driver for Compton Products in Burrillville for 20 years. He was also a Coast Guard veteran of the Vietnam War. A member of the Italian Club of Warren, he enjoyed bocce and collecting seashells. Besides his wife, he leaves two sons, Jason Murdock of Coventry and Joshua Murdock of Florida; two brothers, Robert E. Anderson Jr. of Newtown, Pa. and Karl A. Anderson of Barrington; a sister, Signe Hanson of Bedford, Mass.; and two grandchildren. He was the father of the late John Anderson Jr. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 6, from the Perry-McStay Funeral Home in East Providence. Burial was in the South Burial Ground in Warren.

William Franklin Fisher
Summered on Prudence Island
William Franklin Fisher, 81, of Prudence Island and Hernando, Fla., died Saturday, June 8, 2002, at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Irene L. Fisher. Born in Walpole, Mass., he was the son of the late Leon F. and Helen (Smith) Fisher. He summered on Prudence Island for the last 20 years. Mr. Fisher was a graduate of Walpole High School and Northeastern University. He was a mechanical engineer for the Bird Machine Co. of South Walpole, Mass., for 49 years before retiring. Mr. Fisher was awarded a Silver Star for bravery for his service in the Army during World War II. He was a former vestryman at Epiphany Episcopal Church in Walpole and a former scoutmaster for the Walpole Boy Scouts. He was also a well-known hockey player and avid golfer. In addition to his wife, Mr. Fisher leaves two sons, Douglas Fisher of Pawtucket and Bruce Fisher of Biddeford, Maine; a daughter, Jill Nickerson of Wrentham, Mass.; three brothers, Oliver Fisher of Wrentham, Robert Fisher of Guilford, Conn., and Charles Fisher of Wareham, Mass.; two sisters, Alma Johnson of Walpole and Judith Lukacewicz of Norfolk, Mass.; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was a brother of the late Leon Fisher and Helen Jillson. His funeral was held Wednesday, June 12 in the Epiphany Episcopal Church in Walpole. Burial was in Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton, Mass.

Arthur Ferias Jr.
Lived in Warren, leaves family here
Arthur Ferias Jr., 51, of Truman Avenue, died Thursday, May 23, 2002, at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence. Born in Providence, he was a son of Mary (Charette) Ferias of Warren and the late Arthur Ferias Sr. He had lived in Warren for most of his life. He had served in the Army National Guard for four years. Mr. Ferias was a self-employed floor coverer for many years, learning the trade from his father, "Smokey" Ferias. He enjoyed sailing and shell fishing and was an avid Red Sox fan. Besides his mother, he leaves a brother, Kevin Ferias of Warren; two sisters, Kathleen Canario of Warren and Terri Boccella of Richboro, Pa., and several nieces and nephews. He was a brother of the late Tina Marie Ferias. His funeral will be on Saturday, June 15, in Wilbur- Romano Funeral Home, 615 Main St. in Warren.

Earl William Wall
Civil engineer worked worldwide
Earl William ("Bill") Wall, 74, of Hillcrest Acres, Westport, died Saturday, June 29, 2002, at home. He was the husband of Dorothy E. (Williams) Wall, to whom he had been married for the past 52 years. Born in San Diego, a son of the late Earl Gordon Wall and the late Louise (Castonguay) Wall, he lived in San Diego before moving to Westport and then Fall River. He lived in Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa; Anchorage, Alaska; Houston and Dallas, Texas; and Eastham, Mass., before returning to Westport in 1986. A civil engineer, Mr. Wall specialized in building construction and became associated with the George A. Fuller Construction Company of Boston for several years. He then built a power plant for the government of Liberia, West Africa. He worked on several construction projects for RCA and Atlantic Richfield in Anchorage, Alaska, and was the construction engineer for the ARCO Tower, the tallest building in Alaska. Most recently, he was a part-time building inspector for the Town of Westport. Mr. Wall was a graduate and president of his class of the former Msgr. Prevost High School, class of 1946, and a member of the alumni association. He was also a graduate of the former Bradford Technical Institute, now UMass Dartmouth. He served on the finance committee of the Town of Eastham for several years and was a member of the NRA. In addition to his wife, he leaves two daughters, Allison Elizabeth "Bonnie" Horton of Marietta, Ga., and Dr. Kimberly Anne Lederman of Clayton, Missouri; two sons, William Scott Wall of Boulder City, Colo., and Jeffrey B. Wall of Groton, Conn.; two grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. His funeral was held Tuesday, July 2, at the 'Cherry Place' Home of Waring-Sullivan, Ashton, Coughlin, Driscoll in Fall River. Burial was private.

Doris M. Capone
Communicant of Holy Ghost Church
Doris Mary (Ciullo) Capone of Bourne Avenue, Tiverton, died Wednesday, June 26, 2002, at home. She was the wife of the late Paul H. Capone. Born in Fall River, a daughter of the late Pietro and Bambina (Borelli) Ciullo, she had lived in Tiverton since 1952. Mrs. Capone was a communicant of Holy Ghost Church, Tiverton, and a former communicant of Holy Rosary Church, Fall River. She leaves two brothers, Joseph W. Ciullo of Swansea and John R. Ciullo of Fall River; two sisters, Ralphine R. Ciullo of Somerset and Marietta Pieroni of Williamsville, N.Y.; and several nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Jerry A. Ciullo, Anthony Ciullo and Rose and Nellie Mauretti. Her funeral Mass and burial were private.

Alan J. DeSouza
Formerly of Little Compton
Alan J. DeSouza, 47, of Toledo Avenue, Pawtucket, died on Saturday, June 29, 2002, at Miriam Hospital Providence. He was the soul mate of Carol DiMarzio. Born in Hokkaido, Japan, a son of Joseph and Hatsue (Sasaki) DeSouza of Little Compton, he had lived in Little Compton before moving to Pawtucket 15 years ago. Mr. DeSouza was a metalspinner for MRS Spinning Co. of Bristol. He also leaves a son, James DeSouza of Pawtucket; a daughter, Deanna DeSouza of Pawtucket; a sister, Donna M. Mendonca of Little Compton; a brother, Donald F. DeSouza of Little Compton; and several nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts. His funeral was held on Tuesday, July 2, from the Fern Acres Funeral Home, Willow Avenue, Little Compton, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Catherine of Siena Church, Little Compton. Burial was in Our Lady of Fatima Cemetery, Little Compton.

Theodore C. Ferri Sr.
Funeral services for Theodore C. Ferri Sr. were held Friday, June 28, 2002, from the Sansone Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian burial at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. The Rev. James D. Capoverdi Jr. was the celebrant and homilist for the Mass. Offertory Gifts were presented by Rodney M. and Stephanie A. Ferri. Burial followed in St. Mary's Cemetery, where Father Capoverdi read the committal prayers. Theodore C. Ferri Jr. was the urn bearer. Mr. Ferri, 79, of 10 Goulart Avenue died Friday, June 21, at Desilet's Nursing Home in Warren. He was the husband of the late Ann L. (Palumbo) Ferri.

Concetta Cirillo
Funeral services for Concetta "Connie" (Panarello) Cirillo were held Thursday, June 27, 2002, from the Sansone Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. The Rev. James D. Capoverdi Jr. was the celebrant and homilist for the Mass. Offertory gifts were presented by nieces Mary Panarello and Louise Paiva. Burial followed in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Providence. Great nephews Michael G. Panarello, Philip H. Bennett, Donald E. Paiva and Donald B. Amaral served as pallbearers. The Rosary and Altar Society served as honor guard at the church and cemetery. Mrs. Cirillo, 95, died Monday, June 24, at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Louis F. Cirillo. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Russell B. Corkhum
World traveler; former tennis teacher
Russell B. Corkhum, 47, of Apple Tree Lane, died Sunday, June 23, 2002 at home. Born in Wilmington, Del., a son of William R. and Roberta (Benner) Corkhum of Barrington, he had lived in Barrington since 1963. He was a graduate of Providence Country Day School in East Providence and Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla. Mr. Corkhum had worked for the Providence Journal Co. in installation and management during the Journal's early activities in cable television. In his work for the company, he traveled and worked in Rhode Island and later, Florida and California. Previously, he played and taught tennis. Mr. Corkhum had a keen interest in history and world affairs, and once made a solo trip around the world. Besides his parents, he leaves a sister, Carol Edwards of Taunton, Mass., and a brother, Geoffrey Corkhum of Charlotte, N.C. A memorial service was held last Thursday, July 11, in St. John's Episcopal Church, 191 County Road. Burial was private.

Arnold T. Silva
Lifelong member of the Portuguese Club in town
Arnold T. Silva, 78, of Summit Avenue, Seekonk, and Rio Villa Drive, Punta, Fla., died Friday, July 12, 2002, at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro. He was the husband of Lucille C. (Touzin) Silva. Born in Providence, on Oct. 31, 1923, he was the son of the late Luiz T. and Maria (Silva) Silva. Mr. Silva and his wife lived in Seekonk for many years and in Florida since 1995, maintaining the Seekonk home. A machinist, Mr. Silva worked for Valentine Tool & Stamp Co. in Norton, Mass., for 12 years, retiring in 1988. He had previously been employed at Cook & Horton in North Attleboro for 25 years as a kneeler and machinist. He was a lifelong member of the Portuguese Club in Warren. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching the game. He also enjoyed fishing. Besides his wife, he leaves a daughter, Suzanne L. Pompei of Norton; a son, John T. Silva of Laconia, N.H.; a brother, Luis M. Silva of St. Michael, the Azores; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was the father of the late Ronald A. Silva who died in 1996. A funeral with veteran's honors was on Tuesday, July 16, from the "Commonwealth Chapel," of the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, North Attleboro, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Stephen's Church, Attleboro. He was buried with military honors in the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.

Robert J. Harding
Leaves daughter in Barrington
Robert J. Harding, 92, of Claymont, Del., died Tuesday, July 9, 2002, at home. He was the husband of the late Virginia G. (McDermott) Harding. Born in Providence, a son of the late Robert J. and Jennie L. (McNally) Harding, he had lived in Delaware since 1958. Mr. Harding worked as a purchaser for 30 years with United Engineers, now a division of Raytheon, based in Pittsburgh. A United States Army veteran of World War II, he was an avid Red Sox fan. He leaves a sister, Doris Franey of Barrington; two daughters, Barbara A. Ushka of Johnson City, Tenn. and Nancy J. Bloodsworth of Newark, Del.; and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday, July 15 in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel in Warwick. Burial followed in St. Francis Cemetery in Pawtucket.

George H. Ennis Jr.
Former resident, horse trainer
George Howard Ennis Jr., 71, of Ivanhoe, N.C. and formerly of Lincoln Avenue, died Wednesday, June 26, 2002 in an accident with his tractor on his farm, "Fetterlock," in Ivanhoe. He was the husband of Patricia (Pease) Casaw. Born in Providence, the son of Lillian Pearl (Lanard) Ennis of Barrington and the late George H. Ennis Sr., he had lived in Barrington for 22 years, previously residing in Rochester and Schnectady, N.Y. A 1948 graduate of the Leander R. Peck High School in Barrington, he attended the University of London, England, and graduated from Springfield (Mass.) College in 1970. Two years later, he received a master's degree in hospital administration from the University of Minnesota. He was a supervisor of laboratories at Wesson Women's Hospital in Springfield, Mass. for 13 years, and a hospital administration consultant for the New York state Department of Health for 18 years. He retired in 1995. In 1990, he received the Patient Advocacy Award from the New York Chapter of Patient Representatives. Mr. Ennis was a member of the Friesian Horse Association of North America and the Rhode Island chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War era, serving in the 124th MASH Unit in Lintz, Austria. He enjoyed sailing and skating, and practiced horsemanship on his farm. Besides his wife and mother, he leaves two sons, Charles A. Ennis of Pittsford, N.Y. and Graham A. Ennis of Albany, N.Y.; three daughters, Valerie E. Hall of Holyoke, Mass., Lynn Pearson of Teachey, N.C. and Kimberly Pearson of New York City; two sisters, Phyllis Buckless of Palm Bay, Fla. and Pamela Hilton of Barrington; his former wife, Mavis (Bond) Ennis of Chicopee, Mass.; and a granddaughter. A memorial service was held Saturday, July 13 in St. John's Episcopal Church in Barrington.

George H. Sylvia Jr.
Former councilman, leaves family in Tiverton
George H. Sylvia Jr., 57, of Sylvia Road, Tiverton, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, in St. Anne's Hospital, Fall River. He was the husband of Gail T. (Manchester) Sylvia. Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late George H. Sylvia Sr. and Roberta (Stanchfield) Sylvia. He was also the stepson of Harriet Sylvia of Tiverton. He worked for Humphrey Lumber since 1962, working his way up to president of the oil division. He was a Tiverton councilman from 1972 to 1976, and chairman of the Tiverton Personnel Board from 1976 to 1978, Tiverton Water Authority from 1987 to 1996 and the Water Department from 1995 to 1996. He was a softball coach for the Tiverton Little League and co-director of St. Madeline CYO. At St. John the Baptist Church, Westport, where he was a member, he was a Eucharistic minister and a member of the RCIA Team. He also was a member of the Salvation Army Advisory Board. From 1996 to 1997, he was a member of the Fall River Rotary Club. He was also past president a Paul Harris Fellowship recipient while at the rotary. He was Chairman of the Fall River Rotary Foundation from 1998 to 2001, a member of the board of directors for the United Way of Fall River, and a chairman of the Annual United Way Campaign in Tiverton. He was also a member of Charlton Associates and a board member of CMH Prospect Properties. In addition to his wife and stepmother, he leaves four daughters, Kristen von Campe of Groton Mass., Kelly Jolicoeur of Pittston, Maine, Monique Burchard of Whitinsville, Mass., and Holly Flanagan of Tiverton; a sister, Mary L. Waite of Camden, Maine; a brother, Kenneth T. Sylvia of Tiverton; seven grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. His funeral Mass was held Monday, July 29, at St. John the Baptist Church, Westport.

Louise F. Ryan
St. Barnabas communicant, worked as claims adjustor
Louise F. (Hartough) Ryan, 83, of 51 Middle Road, Portsmouth, died Wednesday, July 24, 2002, at St. Clare Home in Newport. She was the husband of the late John J. Ryan. Born in Philadelphia on August 31, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Frank J. and Louise (Kennedy) Hartough. She worked as a claims adjuster for the former American Mutual Insurance in New Jersey for 22 years before retiring in 1978. Mrs. Ryan was a communicant of St. Barnabas Church. She leaves a son, John J. Ryan of Silver Spring, Md.; two daughters, Mary Louise Ryan of Andover, Mass., and Joan Lombardi of Barrington; a sister, Mary Nickel of Port Deposit, Md.; and two granddaughters, Amanda Louise and Marissa Louise Lombardi, both of Barrington. She was the sister of the late Frank J. Hartough. Her funeral was held Saturday, July 27 from the Connors Funeral Home, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Barnabas Church. Burial was in Philadelphia. Donations in her memory may be made to The St. Clare's Nursing Home, 309 Spring St., Newport, RI 02840.