In loving memory of

Daniel M. Arkins Sr
November 2, 1927 - January 24, 2007

Portsmouth, RI - Daniel M. Arkins, Sr., 79, of Founders Avenue, Portsmouth, RI, died Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at Veterans Affairs Hospital, Providence, RI. He was the husband of the late Agnes Fitzpatrick Arkins. Born in Kilfenora County Clare, Ireland, on November 2, 1927, he was the son of the late Patrick and Delia Quinn Arkins. Mr. Arkins served in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. He was a custodian for the Portsmouth School Department for 15 years, retiring in 1992. He also worked for Mother of Hope Convent in Portsmouth for 20 years. Mr. Arkins was a communicant of St. Anthonys Church and was also an avid gardener. He is survived by his children Daniel M. Arkins Jr., and his wife Catherine of Melrose, MA and Mary Arkins Decasse and her husband Neil of Woonsocket, RI, his grandchildren Brendan Arkins, Elizabeth Arkins and Anna Arkins all of Melrose, MA, his step granddaughter Elizabeth Decasse of Blackstone, MA, and his sister Bridget Meehan of County Clare, Ireland. He was the father of the late Joseph F. Arkins and the brother of the late Thomas Arkins, Michael Arkins, Patrick Arkins, John Arkins, Joseph Arkins and Mary McMahon. His funeral will be held on Monday, January 29, 2007, at 9:00 am from the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Anthonys Church, 2836 East Main Road, Portsmouth. Burial will be in St. Columbas Cemetery in Middletown.Calling hours will be held on Sunday, January 28, 2007, from 4-8 in the Connors Funeral Home. Donations in his memory may be made to the Visiting Nurse Services of Newport Bristol Cos, 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI, 02871, or to the Rhode Island Veterans Home, 480 Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI, 02809.

Tributes

Michael Gozdieski - October 08.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"A good man , Mr. Arkins."

Michael Arkins - February 08, .. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"I would like to offer my condolences at the death of Danny. I was glad to have had the opportunity to have visited him in 2003 when I was in the US on business and will offer a Mass for him at our local church"

Rosemary Davidson - February 0.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Dear Family, Dan was such a nice man. My daughter remembered him from her days at Portsmouth High School. He was also a long time patient of my husband, the late Dr. Robert Davidson. Dan also did some landscape work for us one summer. I will always remember his Irish humor. I know that you all grieve his loss. My deepest sympathy to everyone. Sincerely, Rosemary Davidson and Family"

Bernadette Brennan Bernon - Ja.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Dear Mary and Dan, The death of your dad Danny is like the ending of an era. I have so many wonderful memories of your parents, and my family, getting together on sundays when we were kids. All the Irish parents, up in the kitchen talking about the Old Country, and all their American kids, raising hell in the basement, or outside, or wherever. They were all so brave, really, coming over to this country from Ireland, and making their way. Luckily, they all found each other here. And remember when my dad and your dad went to see "Riverdance" -- the two of them all dressed up for the big night out in Boston? Your father was one of a kind -- a dear, very funny, kind, and loving man so very proud of his family. And he had much to be proud of. We will all miss him very much, as we miss your mother and brother -- each so full of life and love. I wish I could have been at the funeral. I was in Cleveland, with Douglas's sick aunt, until today. I wish I could have given you both a hug, and told you in person how so very sorry I am. Much love to you both, Bernadette"

Tracy Halpern - January 30, 20.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Dan, You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers. I am here for you and your family if you need anything or just a ear to listen. Regards, Tracy"

Matthew C Lewis - January 29, .. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Dan and Family Best wishes from all of the Lewis family."

Gerry & Lorretta Sullivan - Ja.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Dear Mary & Dan, Gerry & I were so saddened to read about the passing of your Dad. We have such wonderful memories of the time we spent our vacation with your family at the old farmhouse. We came back to CA knowing we had friends for life. We also are very appreciative for the special friendship you & your parents had with Gerry's Dad, Ray Sullivan. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your families. Love, Gerry & Lorretta Sullivan Mike, Kathy, David, Pat, Tim & Dan"

Scott and Nancy Rice - January.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Our condolences to the family during this very difficult time."

MARY LOU MOONEY - January 26, .. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Mary, I am very sorry about your Dad. He was a sweet man, always having a smile on his face and a kind word. Please accept my condolences."

Paula Bodah - January 26, 2007.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"Dear Daniel and Mary, I'm so sorry to read of your father's death. I have such fond memories of those cookouts your family used to throw for our class at St. Anthony's. Seeing your dad's obituary made me think, as I often do anyway, of Joe and what a great guy and good friend he was. I wish you and your families peace and strength. With my deepest sympathy, Paula Bodah."

Bob Pimentel - January 26, 200.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"My deepest sympathy to the entire Arkin's family. I frequently worked with your father at Portsmouth High School, and it was always a pleasure. Mr. Arkins was a true gentleman: pleasant, mild mannered and always willing to help out. We had many a good conversation and I will miss him and his Irish brogue."

Kathy Ferris - January 25, 200.. wrote on Jan 24, 2007:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I have a lot o fond memories of your family. You all will be in our prayers. Love Kathy and Keelyn Ferris"