In loving memory of

William James Andrade
June 28, 1932 - July 30, 2008

Middletown, RI - William James Andrade, 76, of Forest Avenue Park, Middletown, RI, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence from a short battle with Leukemia with his family by his side. He was the companion of Cynthia Cunningham of Portsmouth, RI. Born in Newport, RI, on June 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Gabriel M. and Emilia Faria Andrade.Mr. Andrade was a long distance truck driver, he worked for the Middletown Police Department, Frito Lay in Fall River, MA, Eastern Toy in Pawtucket, RI, Mayflower Moving Company, Nortek Company in New Bedford, MA until retiring and then went back to work after two years and drove for J. Anthony Express Inc. in Swansea, MA. Golf was his second love after Truckin. Mr. Andrade was a member of Wanumetonomy Golf Club where he thoroughly enjoyed playing 18 holes with his many friends. He is survived by his son William J. Andrade, Jr., of Middletown, RI, his daughters Sheila M. Raposa of Warren, RI and Jacalyn J. Costa of Tiverton, RI, his sister Emily Alice Ferris of Middletown, RI, eight grandchildren, three great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.He was the brother of the late Alfred Andrade and George Louis Andrade and the uncle of the late Robert J. Bobby Ferris, Jr. His funeral will be held on Monday, August 4, 2008, at 10:00am in Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Columbas Cemetery in Middletown.Calling hours will be held on Sunday, August 3, 2008, from 5-8 in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the William J. Andrade Memorial Bench Fund, a fund to erect a memorial bench at Wanumetonomy Golf Club in his name, C/O William J. Andrade, Jr., 33 Fairview Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842.

Tributes

Jim Stratford - August 08, 200.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Willy, "007", We became great friends at Wanumetonomy. I always looked forward to having a beer or dinner with you. It was easy to tell if you were there, you were the only guy who backed his "rig" into the parking space. Willy, rest peacefully and may you have straight roads and green lights always. Until we meet again, I will miss you. My deepest sympathy to the Andrade and Ferris Families. Willy was a gentleman. James E Stratford"

Jim Stratford - August 07, 200.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Willy, Billy,"007", We became such good friends through the years at Wanumetonomy. I always looked forward to having a beer with you and telling war stories. It was easy to tell if you were there, you were the only one that backed his "rig" into a parking space. Willy, rest peacefully. You were always a gentleman and a kind soul. I will miss you....but we will meet again. Straight roads and green lights forever for you. My Deepest Sympathy to the Andrade Family. Jim Stratford"

Lorraine Tribble - August 05, .. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Dear Shelia, Jackie, and Billy I was so sorry to hear about your father. It is so hard to lose a parent. May God guide you through this sorrow. And may your father be at peace and in the hands of God. Lorraine Tribble"

Steve Joaquin - August 05, 200.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Jackie & Billy, I was sorry to hear of your dad's passing."

Gary Quinn - August 04, 2008 .. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"To William, Alice Ferris and Family I did not have the pleasure of meeting you William, but I know members of your family and have found a great sense of warmth and love that I am sure represents who you are and how you lived. Thank you to your sister Alice, her husband, along with Andy Andradeâ??s family, for showing me a glimpse of your nice family. My wife Cheryl has told me many nice stories about you and your brother. I am sure they will continue your familyâ??s presence for you on earth. May you rest in peace. You will be missed by all that know you as well as me who wished a chance to have met you."

Steve and Carleen Massed - Aug.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Billy was a true gentleman. We will surely miss him and his great smile at Wanumetonomy"

Andy & Stacey Andrade - August.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"It will be the little things you remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. Although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memory of these little things that help push away the pain and bring the smiles back again. Thinking of you all during this difficult time, and sending our love, Andy, Stacey and Family"

Robin Andrade - August 03, 200.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Willie, Thank you for being the best father in-law anyone could have. My boy's loved their Grampa very much and are very proud of you.I will miss those blue eyes and great smile. Billy loves you and misses you dearly. Love, Robin"

Lynette Almeida - August 03, 2.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"TO the Family of William Andrade. Willie, was a great guy. He always took the time to say hello and talk about old times. Willie and my Dad were good friends, I'm sure they driving trucking some place together now. Sorry for you lost Lynette Almeida"

Susie Bowles and Family - Augu.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Willie's family at this time. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered."

Jacalyn Costa - August 03, 200.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Dad, I'm glad I got the chance to see you and talk to you before you died. Love you always, Your daughter Jackie"

Terri Sowers - August 03, 2008.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Billy and family,, my prayers are with you and yours at this time."

Alice Ferris - August 02, 2008.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Dear Willie, Your home now with Mama,Pappa and brothers Alfred,George and nephew Bobby. You will be in my heart forever. Love your sister Alice"

June Fox - August 02, 2008 at .. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"From all of us at Chelsea's restaraunt, we are very sorry for the loss of William. He was such a nice man and it was always a pleasure to serve him!! Your all in our thoughts!!"

Cheryl Mello - August 02, 2008.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Dear Mrs.Ferris, and family of Willy Andrade. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Remember that Christ Jesus is with you in this time of sorrow and throughout our daily lives. In faith and in Jesus name Cheryl J. Mello"

Mr.and Mrs.Jeffrey Field - Aug.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Bill and family, Sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Sincere regrets."

bob and Joyce Miller - August .. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Bill was a lovely man and a friend., He was always a gentleman and a "gentle man" We will miss him, as will our sister, Cindy. Our sympathy to the family."

Allison Andrade - August 01, 2.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"grandpa Willy, although i didn't really get to know you, you will always be sadly missed and never forgotten. love always, your grand daughter, Allison and great grandson Michael"

Cheryl - August 01, 2008 at 12.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Uncle Willy, I will remember all the good times when I was younger... in our living room, with you and my mom singing and listening to country music all day long! You will be sadly missed. Now that you are in heaven I know you are watching over all of us. Love, Cheryl"

Genevieve - August 01, 2008 at.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"Sheila, Jackie & Billy, My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you & help you through this very difficult time."

J. Anthony Express, Inc. - Aug.. wrote on Jul 30, 2008:

"We we saddened to hear of Bill's passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Bill has worked for us for the last several years and was outstanding dedicated employee with an un-blemished record. He always went the extra mile to help us get the job done, and never said no. We will all miss him as a work colleague and friend after his many years of loyal service to our company. It was privilege to have known him. Lawrence A Carreiro President"