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Obituary for Christine Frances Accardi (Russo)
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Warren - Christine F. ( Russo) Accardi, 101 of Warren , died Thursday September 20, 2018 at Silver Creek Manor .She was the beloved wife of the late Peter L. Accardi.
She was born in Bristol a daughter of the late Michael and Elvira ( Baldizzi)Russo, she was a 1934 graduate of Colt Memorial High School.
Christine is survived by her sons Joseph and his former wife Pat, Peter L. Jr. and Michael and his wife Claire. Christine also leaves 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and 2 great – great grandchildren.
Besides her husband she was predeceased by her siblings: Carl Russo, Anthony Russo, Salvatore Rossi, Sayde Trotter, Josephine Accardi and Anne DelMonico.
Christine formerly lived in Warren and was a communicant of St. Alexander Church.
Christine worked as a seamstress and dressmaker in the ladies garment industry in Fall River, MA. and Warren RI, retiring at age 62. She continued to do alterations for her family well into her 90’s.
She was a wonderful cook, and enjoyed having her family over for holiday dinners. Christine enjoyed her hobbies which included bowling, reading and gardening. She was a fan of the Boston Red Sox for many years.
Her funeral will be held Monday September, 24, 2018 at 9:00am from the SMITH FUNERAL and MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am in St. Alexander’s Church, 221 Main Street Warren.
Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut St., Bristol.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling Hours are Sunday from 4-7pm.
In lieu of flowers, gifts can be sent to a charity of your choice.
www.wjsmithfh.com
She was born in Bristol a daughter of the late Michael and Elvira ( Baldizzi)Russo, she was a 1934 graduate of Colt Memorial High School.
Christine is survived by her sons Joseph and his former wife Pat, Peter L. Jr. and Michael and his wife Claire. Christine also leaves 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and 2 great – great grandchildren.
Besides her husband she was predeceased by her siblings: Carl Russo, Anthony Russo, Salvatore Rossi, Sayde Trotter, Josephine Accardi and Anne DelMonico.
Christine formerly lived in Warren and was a communicant of St. Alexander Church.
Christine worked as a seamstress and dressmaker in the ladies garment industry in Fall River, MA. and Warren RI, retiring at age 62. She continued to do alterations for her family well into her 90’s.
She was a wonderful cook, and enjoyed having her family over for holiday dinners. Christine enjoyed her hobbies which included bowling, reading and gardening. She was a fan of the Boston Red Sox for many years.
Her funeral will be held Monday September, 24, 2018 at 9:00am from the SMITH FUNERAL and MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am in St. Alexander’s Church, 221 Main Street Warren.
Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut St., Bristol.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling Hours are Sunday from 4-7pm.
In lieu of flowers, gifts can be sent to a charity of your choice.
www.wjsmithfh.com
First Visitation
When
September 23, 2018 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location
Smith Funeral & Memorial Services
Address
8 Schoolhouse Road Warren, RI 02885
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Second Visitation
When
September 24, 2018 9:00am - 9:30am
Location
Smith Funeral & Memorial Services
Address
8 Schoolhouse Road Warren, RI 02885
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Service Information
When
September 24, 2018 10:00am
Location
St. Alexander Church
Address
221 Main Street Warren, Rhode Island 02885
Interment Information
When
September 24, 2018 11:30am
Location
St. Mary's Cemetery
Address
Chestnut Street Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
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