"My sympathies to Amy's family. Many fond memories of her and the Huntley family. Andrew R Broyles Va.Beach, Va"
In loving memory of
Amy P. Alves
April 10, 1958 - January 17, 2013
Amy Patrice Alves (Huntley), 54, a resident of Newport, RI, passed away on Thursday, January 17th, 2013, at home surrounded by her family and friends. Amy was born in Tacoma Park, MD on April 10, 1958. Daughter of the late Clarence O'Neil and the late Harriet Madonna (Byrne) Huntley.She was extraordinary from the very beginning. At a young age she was crowned the Heart Princess for The American Heart Assoc. She enjoyed dancing and swimming and won multiple awards achievements including: RI State Backstroke Championship, US Navy Junior Swim Team (1969-71). She had a strong love for the ocean dolphins. Amy was a volunteer for the Pop Warner football program all youth sports in Newport Middletown for over 30 yrs. Amy was a lover of sports especially the New Orleans Saints. She was employed in the restaurant industry for many years allowing her to share her love passion for cooking. More recently, she was employed at Cranston Calvert School in Newport. Amy's loving soul and giving heart made her the "mother hen" not only to all of her students, but to her family, friends, and all of their children as well. Amy is survived by her best friend and husband of 16 yrs, Louis Alves; her twin sons, Austin Louis Alves and Andrew Louis Alves; her five sisters Heidi Almeida (Charles), Gretchen Breindel (Thomas), Stacey Marshall (Paul), Kristin Sutton (Ben), Jennifer Denning (James); her four brothers Clarence B. Huntley, Andrew Huntley (Debbie), Robert Huntley, Lt. Col. Peter Huntley (Krista) and a clan of nieces and nephews.Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 21, 2013, from 4-7PM in the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport.Her funeral will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at 9am, from the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, followed with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am, in St. Lucy's Church, 909 West Main Rd., Middletown, RI.Burial will be in St. Columba Cemetery, Brown's Lane, Middletown.In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: "The Children of Amy Alves Fund", People's Credit Union, 43 Memorial Blvd., Newport, RI 02840. Cemetery Details St. Columba Catholic Cemetery Chapel Brown's Lane Middletown, RI, Visitation JAN 21. 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM Memorial Funeral Home 375 Broadway Newport, RI, US, 02840 info@memorialfuneralhome.com http://www.memorialfuneralhome.com Service JAN 22. 10:00 AM St. Lucys Church 909 West Main Road Middletown, RI, US, 02842
Tributes
"Lou, I was so sad to hear of Amy's passing. My heart and prayers go out to you and your sons. May your memories and faith comfort you and give you strength. Your neighbor and old friend, Kathy Kempenaar Sundin"
"Gail Jand Jim Ackson lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Judy lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Terence P Dugan lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Mary Winters Stoner lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Our hearts hurt with yours. We are so sorry to hear of your sister's passing. Though we didn't know Amy, we know you, and your strength and love are a kindred reflection of your sister's spirit. God bless you and your family during this time of sadness."
"Heidi Almeida lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"my baby sis. my heart hurts. i miss you so much. please have a great party with mom and dad. you are in such a great place now. never worry about the boys...they are under my wings now! sleep peacefully my best friend."
"Catherine Damaskos Jennings lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Sorry to hear about Amy. Love you all. Mr. Martin from next door.Martin Douglas"
"Dear Lois and sons, Andrew and Austin,I was saddened to learn of Amy's passing. She was a kind hearted woman who shared her friendship easily. We had many laughs and good times together onboard Capt. Jane's boat with, "the girl crew" many years ago. While, I never met you, my Newport friends kept me current with Amy's life, her love for you and your sons.... ?Peace, Prayers and Blessings to your family and The Huntley family.Jennifer KohnMt. Pleasant, SC"
"I'm sorry I mispelled your name, LouisJennifer Kohn"
"CONDOLENCES LOUIS, AUSTIN, ANDREW, AND ALL THE HUNTLEY CLAN FROM A LONGSTANDING FRIEND OF LOUIS. ON BEHALF OF THIS LARGE MURPHY FAMILY OF THE FIFTH WARD, WE CAN ALL APPRECIATE LIVING BEYOND FIFTY-FOUR. THE WEATHER PREVENTED ME FROM STAYING AT THE WAKE. MAY GOD HOLD YOU ALL IN THE HALLOW OF HIS HAND."
"Lou! I was sad to hear about Amy! Thinking of you and your family!! <3"
"Dear Louie, Austin and AndrewSo saddened to hear of Amy's passing. We worked together at Andrews restaurant and then when it became the Glass Onion. She had a smile and a spirit that would light up any room. How blessed we all were to have her in our lives even though she was taken far too early. May your many cherished memories give you comfort. Take care of each other and lead the kind of lives Amy would have been proud of to honor her memory.loveTara"
"Tara Juselis lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Louie and the Boys! Thinking of you all !"
"Karen Oakley lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Louie, Andrew, and Austin,I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and mom. Amy and I shared many fun, crazy, and memorable times many moons ago! You and Amy have been in my thoughts these many months and my heart aches. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that she is at peace, and how wonderful it was having been a part of her life. You have many wonderful memories to keep you smiling!Peace to you Amelia! You will be missed for true! Just nod!Hugs, Karen"
"amy was a dear friend. we had many a great time. thank you to bonnie for letting me know this summer she was sick. i had a chance to call her what a great conversationwe remembered. she had a good husband like mine. peace to her familylinda lawrence bob king"
"Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Amy P. Alves."
"To the Alves and Huntley family, Our sincere sympathy to you all on the passing of Amy. She was always smiling and was a good soul. Gisele and Art Napolitano"
"Linda Lawrence King lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Mary E. Viera-Moniz lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"To Louie and Your Boys -- My heart is heavy and my thoughts are with you at this time...."
"Nydia Kuiee'Pierangelo lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"To Amy's family I am so sorry for your loss and heartbreak and will keep you in my prayers that you keep the strength and love to help one another through this. Dia & Michael"
"To the entire family of Amy...my heart goes out to you all during this difficult time. She was a wonderful person, you are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Dear Louie, Andrew and Austin,We are so sorry for your loss, Amy was a beautiful, thoughtful, kind and giving person and we will cherish our memories of the times we've spent together. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Kathleen and Alex"
"Louie, and family, I have not stopped greiving since I read the obit in the paper. My heart hearts! Amy and I have been friends for alot of years. There will NEVER be anyone kinder, giving, thoughtful, and sincere than our Amy girl. I cannot believe the lord took her from us....WHY? I will so greatly miss her. GOD BLESS YOU ALL! She is now out of pain and will always be with you just on the other side. Sincerely all my love, Stephanie Rigney"
"Louie, Im sorry sorry to hear about Amy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time."
"Gretchen Gay Huntley Breindel lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"L Thomas Breindel lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Nelia Almeida lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Brenda Escobar sent a virtual gift in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Louie, Im sorry sorry to hear about Amy . My prayers and thoughts are with you Austin,and Andrew."
"Lissa Smith lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"To the Alves Family.I would like to first thank you for allowing me the opportunity to come over and sit with amy and let her know I was there.. I know how hard it must have been to see and watch the people say there goodbyes .. To Lou, Andrew and Austin you all have to me strong like your mom was. it's gonna be hard and lots of bumps along the road rest assured though you will get through it together as a family.. If you need anything we are here for you . Amy is watching over you all and knows how very much you all love her.. sincerly, Lissa Smith and Family"
"Kristin Huntley Sutton lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Nicole lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Marie E. Piszcz lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Mary Souza lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Virginia And David [topper] DelNero lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Amy has done her job here with Louie in raising two wonderful sons..and Louie, Austin and Andrew our hearts go out to you. There is a lot of love here for you and it's going to be OK"
"So sorry to hear about your mom and Wife. We only knew her for a short time but it was evident how much shecherished and loved her family. She will always be watching over you and loving you from above. Your in our hearts and prayers.Our deepest condolences,Hunter, Taylor and family"
"Deb Walker Younce lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"So sorry to hear about Amy. She was a beautiful person and will never be forgotten.Cherish all those precious memories. You now have a beautiful Angel looking down on you.Love,Scott,Helen & Family"
"Pam Jackson-Combellack lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Very sorry to hear about the loss of Amy. My thoughts and prayers are with the Alves and Huntley families."
"Sandy Ottilige-white lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"I am sorry for you and vicki also, I know how close you all were. god bless Amy and her family."
"Oh my dear Amy, you will be sadly missed by many. Over our 41 years of friendship/family memories too many too list but will be remembered. You are in good hands now and your family has alot of support. My heart goes out to Louie and your boys. Love you always, Sandy"
"Louie,Austin,Andrew so sorry for your lost she was a bueautiful loving wife and mother You all will be in our thoughts and prayers, Heather,Tony and Divon"
"Louie, a terrible time for you and the boys, take comfort in the fact that your beautiful wike, loving mother, true friend, is at rest the suffering for Amy is over and yours has just began.... Jim and I want to offer our support, our frienship, in anything you may need, to Austin and Andrew you need to work hard in school, on the sports field anything and everything to make your mother smile from the clouds, she will always be with you,Fondly Pam Jim Thomas"
"Louie, Austin and Andrew, We are so saddened to hear of Amy's passing. She was a beautiful person and will be sadly missed. We are in California and will not be able to attend any of the services. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Maureen and Charlie."
"Tuesday Randolph lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"To Loius and Family - deepest sympathy to you all in this painful time. Prayer to you all and may you know that God has her in his loving arms."
"Loius, Austin and Andrew,Our thoughts are with you during this terrible time of grief and we will keep you all in our prayers.With sincere sympathy,Blair Morgera and Family"
"To the Family of Amy, Please accept my deepest sympathies in the passing of Amy. She will be sadly missed. She was a good friend to my family and myself. Lollie"
"It has been years and she was a dear friend to us all."
"Lollie Bolender lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Dear Louis & Family, I can't comprehend just how sad you must feelFor the loss of Amy.I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease,That your spirit will gain strength again,And I pray that your faith will create inner peaceAnd that God will send blessings to you & your Family Deep condolences Annmarie Courtemanche (Friend of Marianne's)"
"Lenny Silvia and family purchased the Sweet Tranquility Basket for the family of Amy P. Alves."
"Cindy G Greenman lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Dear Louis and family, My prayers and condolences to you and your entire family at this Very difficult time! May Amy rest in peace with all of Heaven Angels!!! XOXOXO"
"Don And Sandy Martin lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Don and I were very saddened to hear of the passing of Amy. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!! Amy will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy, Don and Sandy Martin"
"Now Heaven has a new angel...sadly missed by all."
"Lou, Andrew and Austin,We so very sorry for your loss. Amy was beyond wonderful. I will treasure the memories I have of Amy spending time with her and our boys at the beach, the carnival, your house for cookouts, and our many laughs out on the baseball field. RIP Amy, you will forever be missed and always in our hearts! <3Love Stacy, Jordan and Dee"
"Ralph And Lizzie Hicks lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Nancy Vierra Smith lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Amy was a wonderful and loving person Ralph & Nancy Smith"
"What a wonderful woman Amy was. She will be missed dearly."
"Marilyn&AntoneManville lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Alves and Huntley families. Amy was a wonderful person. Nick and Catharine Costakos"
"Jen lit a candle in memory of Amy P. Alves"
"Finally at peace you were a fighter miss u already kids will be fine Louis too I will keep my promise to you say hi to everyone for me in heaven always your friendKathy limaTony lima"
"Louie and sons,I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife and mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rosel Provost"