All Obituaries

Kathryn Zilla Thomas, 90, of Seekonk, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 12, 2021.  She was the wife of the late Richard F. Thomas.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Harry D. Brice and Kathryn (Knight) Brice. Mrs. Thomas was a talented artist specializing in watercolor landscapes.  She was a member of the RI Watercolor Society, the Wickford Art Association, the Providence Art Club, and member of Newman Congregational...

Stephen W. Northup passed away on January 11, 2021 at the age of 68 after many years of failing health.  Stephen was the son of George and Mary (Stephenson) Northup. He was born in Providence and raised in Riverside, RI.  Stephen was a graduate of St. Andrews school in Barrington, RI.  He received a bachelor degree from Roger Williams University. He was a US Army veteran.  Stephen was employed in the transport department of Rhode Island Hospital until he retired due...

Joanne P. Fritsch, 83, of Attleboro, died peacefully on December 26, 2020 at Country Gardens. Born in Winchester, NH, she was a daughter of the late Oliver M. Prentice & Davena (Bailey) Prentice. At the age of 9, Joanne moved to Rehoboth to be raised by her beloved Aunt Betty & Uncle Earl Goff along with her cousins, Dotty, Earl, Vernon, & Dick Goff. Joanne was employed as Licensed Practical Nurse at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for 39 years until her retirement. She...

Gustav W. Eckilson (87) passed away on December 20, 2020 at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center.  He was the husband of Audrey A. (Boler) Eckilson, the son of the late Jennie (MacPherson) and Gustave A. Eckilson, and the brother of the late Albert S. Eckilson. Known as Ecky to his friends, he was a life-long resident of Rehoboth. He was a member of the Rehoboth Congregational Church, joining when he was 14-years old. He attended Dighton High School and Storm King School in...

Christine Ruth Vellines Hoffmeister passed away on her 101st birthday November 19, 2020 at the home of her daughter and son in law in Seekonk MA. She was the wife of the late George W. Hoffmeister, Sr.  Born in Norfolk, Virginia, she moved to Philadelphia and married George there in 1939.  They lived in New England for many years, and then retired to Virginia Beach.  Chris enjoyed an active and loving life, especially with her duckpin bowling at the Norfolk and Portsmouth...

Mark L. Butterworth, 65, of Seekonk, died November 11, 2020 at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late John R. Butterworth & Shirley B. (Monroe) Butterworth. Mark was employed as a forklift operator with Ocean State Forklift until his retirement. He was a member of the Bristol County Elks, Lodge 1860. He enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, playing pool, and playing guitar. He leaves his loving children: Trevor J. Butterworth & his wife Katelyn...

Janet B. Hurrell, 83, of Rehoboth, died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on November 5, 2020. She was the wife of the late Arthur T. “Ted” Hurrell, Jr. Born in Rehoboth on November 6, 1936, she was a daughter of the late John A. Olson & Matilda (Carlson) Olson. Mrs. Hurrell worked as a school bus driver in Rehoboth and a registrar at Sturdy Memorial Hospital until her retirement. She was a member of St. Matthew Trinity Lutheran Church of Pawtucket. She...

Jane B. Olney, 91, of Warwick, formerly of Seekonk, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 4, 2020. She was the wife of the late Russell D. Olney. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Elmer E. Duhamel & Anna E. (Hendrickson) Duhamel. Mrs. Olney was a homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of the “Chat & Chew Club” where she met with friends each month for lunch. She leaves her two loving sons,: David...

Susan A. Butterworth, 66, died September 20, 2020 at Evergreen House Health Center.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Charles “Chick” Butterworth & Shirley (Cadima) Butterworth.   Susan worked as a paralegal at various law offices throughout her career.  She leaves her son, Christopher M. Lavigne & his fiancée Carissa Johnson of North Kingstown.  She was the sister of Steven Butterworth of Warren, Patricia Massa of...

Judith Ann Cridge, 78, of Rehoboth, died unexpectedly Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. Born in Tionesta, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lewis M. Bowman & Agnes H. (Galbraith) Bowman. Ms. Cridge was employed as a Registrar for over 50 years with Johnson & Wales University until her retirement. She loved all animals, especially her horses. She enjoyed painting and collecting dolls & coins. She leaves her two loving sons, Michael J. Cridge &...