"Jason, No words can replace the loss you have experienced or heal the pain you feel but can only offer comfort during this time. You are a part of the Waits Family and in the time you've been with us we have all come to know your Father through the stories you've told. He became special to us; we had a connection to him through you and I thank you for that. I read the names of your sisters, nieces, and nephews and feel like I know every one of them. The connection you have with your family is a cherished part of life that can never be replaced. Just know that we all love you and are thinking about you and your family. God bless you. Jeremy & Lisa, Danny & Judy Waits"
In loving memory of
Raymond J. Lebeau
July 26, 1951 - February 12, 2009
Middletown, RI - Raymond J. Lebeau, 57, of Middletown, RI, died Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Charlton Memorial Hospital, Fall River, MA.He was the husband of Patricia Ann Rodrigues Lebeau. Born in Fall River, MA on July 26, 1951, he was the son of the late Emile and Clara Bouvette Lebeau.Mr. Lebeau was an active coach in youth sports, both with Middletown Gaudet Middle School Softball team and the Middletown Youth Softball league for several years. He also bowled in the Navy Base League. Raymond enjoyed playing cards and loved following the Red Sox, but most of all, he loved and cherished his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Patricia Ann Lebeau of Middletown, RI, a son Jason Lebeau of Slidell, LA, a daughter Erica L Bulk and her husband Brian of Portsmouth, RI, and a daughter Heidi L. Gauch and her husband James of Middletown, RI, his grandchildren Lauren, Cameron, and Christopher Bulk and Jameson Gauch. He is also survived by three brothers Emile Frank Lebeau of Fall River, MA, William Lebeau and Richard Lebeau, both of Tiverton, RI, four sisters Juliette Ferreira, Rose Trindade, Claire Evans, and Pauline Dumas, all of Tiverton, RI, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ernest Lebeau. His funeral will be held on Monday, February 16, 2009, at 8:00am from the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00am in St. Lucys Church, 909 West Main Road, Middletown. Burial will be in Middletown Cemetery, Turner and Wyatt Road, Middletown.Calling hours will be held Sunday, February 15 from 4:00-7:00pm in the Memorial Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Jimmy Fund, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226 ATTN: Contribution Services.
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"Erica, Pat, Heidi and Jason- I was saddened to hear of your loss. I remember the passion he had for the things he loved. His love for his wife, being a father, coaching his children and being an avid sports fan. Ray always gave 100% putting other before himself...a class act! Ray,you will be miss but your spirit will carry on through your loved ones. Talk to him often, he always listened and will continue to listen. God Bless. Peace and Love, John Townsend"
"Pat- I am so sorry for you loss. May you find peace in knowing that your loved one is resting comfortably in God's hands now. Love, Colleen"
"Dear Patsy and family, I am so very sorry to hear that Ray has passed on. God bless you all. Pam Hendryx Shaffer"
"Erica and Family, So sorry to read about the passing of your Dad.Please know we are thinking of you and your family at this time treasure all the good times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mark Jill and Chelsea Soares"
"Pat - Our sincere condolences to you and your family."
"Pat,Erica, Heidi, and Jay Our condolences to all of you. We wanted to say sorry we won't be able to make the services but we are thinking of you and Ray. Love AngelaVars& Mike Varacalli"
"Richie, So sorry to hear of your loss, my condolences to you and your family. Dottie"
"Jason My Jelly Bean - Since our time together, our every conversation has included stories of you and your dad. How much you loved him I know cannot be measured. Last year, you gave me the privilege to meet him and your family - a time that I will always hold close to my heart. I know now - where you got your tenderness and how you became the man you are today. You have brought me so much happiness, and all I can hope is that you know how much me and my family love you. I am always here for you - Jess"
"Jason we are so sorry for the loss of your father. We know he put up a great fight but now is at peace and will not have to fight anymore. We are all praying for you and your sisters to find peace and strength in coping with such a huge loss. May God Bless You and Hold You in the Palm of His Hands, Bernie and Christi Brennan Brennan Wholesale IncEvans Vending"
"we love you ray our little brother may you rest in pease in the hands of god. we will never forget you. your loving brother RICHARD AND WIFE RITA"
"Pat, Jason, Heidi, and Erica, My sincerest sympathies on the loss of a great person and family man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Natalie"
"Remembering all the help you gave me and us the laughs we all shaired over the past twenty years. You will never be forgotten so ride on my friend. And may God bless you. Brian"
"Remembering all the times we took the softball field and all the games we won as Black Sheep, and all the good lunch times at 99, and working together building a deck in the rain, and all the help you've ever given me over the years. Here's to you! Father, Creator, God Almighty, smile upon my friend, take care of him, he's in your care now."