John Clarke Senior Living Center. She enjoyed daily conversations with the residents and took a genuine interest in their lives. Jean's fondest memories of her youth was growing up on the Thurston Farm, in Portsmouth where horseback riding and spending time with the animals made her the happiest. Jean's love and fondness for animals continued throughout her life. She had many pets, nurturing stray animals that would surprisingly arrive in her yard, even a seagull which visited daily. Later in life, she was happiest as Grammy. She never missed an opportunity to play a game or just spend time with her family. Her kind spirit will be missed. Her family is extremely grateful for the love and care that she received at St. Clare Home. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of St. Columba Catholic Cemetery, 465 Browns Lane, Middletown, RI. In lieu of flowers donations in Jean's memory can be made to the Potter League for Animals, 87 Oliphant Lane Middletown, RI 02842, or St. Clare Home - Newport, 309 Spring Street, Newport, RI 02840.