""Fe" , I am very sorry that I missed your departure and memorial. My memories of you at StAnselm rate all smiles. God bless Henry Olden 66"
In loving memory of
Felix A. Petrarca Jr
March 26, 1944 - March 30, 2014
Felix A. Petrarca Jr., 70, passed away peacefully at home on March 30, 2014 after a long illness. Born in Coventry, RI on March 26, 1944, he was a 60 year resident of Portsmouth, RI. Felix was a graduate of De La Salle Academy in Newport, RI and St. Anselm College. Mr. Petrarca was the owner and founder of the New Bedford Antiques Company prior to his retirement. Felix was the son of the late Felix A. Petrarca Sr. and Julia DiCarlo Petrarca. He was also the brother of the late Ralph Petrarca, formerly of Madeira Beach, Florida and the Uncle of the late Kyle Petrarca Johnson of Shrewsbury, MA. Felix is survived by his mother, Julia Petrarca and his sister Dolores Johnson, both of Portsmouth; his nephew Glenn Johnson and his wife Pamela of Shrewsbury, MA, his niece Heidi Johnson of Portsmouth, and great-nephew Samuel Johnson of Shrewsbury. A Memorial Service will be held at Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth, RI on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 11 AM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that contributions be made in memory of Felix A. Petrarca, Jr. and Kyle P. Johnson to the Dana-Farber Cancer institute. P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.dana-farber.org/gift.
Tributes
"In memory, of a life so beautifully lived,a heart so deeply loved. Blessed to be part of the extended family. Love you all, Cuzin Kathy"
"It is the true measure of this singular man that whoever came into his presence was changed for the better. I did not know him well. Only enough to know that he was one the greatest people I have ever met."
"Please accept my sincere condolences to the family. May your many fine memories of him bring you comfort during this difficult time. Our loving heavenly Father is the God of all comfort and if you allow him, he can and will help you because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7)"
"A fine,sweet,happy,generous,kind,proper font of knowledge. He was the winner of all the one liners. " It's a beautiful thing". " Oh! No" "What ya Cooking" "Really!!" " Let's have some fun" " Shall we have another" I'm going to miss my best friend, and to quote Felix "Get over it"."
"Felix Petrarca is BIGGER THAN LIFE...and so he will live on in all of us who love him!Martha Wannamaker"
"Our planet has lost a brilliant light: a unique Spirit filled with humor, generosity, wit, opinions, compassion, and love; a Soul, who, by celebrating life singularly on his own terms, is such an inspiration to us .It has been more than a blessing to call Felix "Friend" for nearly 40 years. Felix, you are sorely missed on this earth, but the heavens are surely more radiant because of your presence.Julia and Dee, may God bless and keep you, and give you strength and comfort.xoxo"Cioci" Bernie & Doug"
"Dear Julia and Dee, I am so sorry to hear about your loss, I can't believe that little boy that use to follow us around with his dog Scotty had turned 70 and passed away. My heart hurts for you both, the losses in our life are so heavy on our hearts. I pray he is with family and at peace. God Bless you both Jeanette & Raymond Thibeault"
"RIP Felix.....to one of the nicest and funniest guys ever.....You will be missed by all...."
"Felix was truly a one of a kind.He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him."
"Maureen Edenbach lit a candle in memory of Felix A. Petrarca Jr."
"We will miss Unk Fee. His struggle is over but he will not be forgotten. Cap, Lois, Rhonda, Lexi and Kailey"
"When I found out my freind Felix had passed, a piece of my heart broke...I knew felix for approx. 25 years and I truly will cherish our times together, but most of all I will remember his kindness and charitable nature towards his friends and his love for his family. Save me a seat facing the sun ! Love you Fee !"
"Felix's kind heart, his love, his smile, his phone calls, these will all be missed so dearly. He is a once in lifetime friend who will never be forgotten. Uncle Fe showed us how to live life with gusto! We love you all and are sending healing thoughts and prayers of peace. Deb, Dave and family x"
"I remember Felix well from our days at St. Anselm College. I especially remember his genial personality. May he rest in the peace of The Lord. Maurice Demers Goffstown, NH"
"I'll always be greatful for Felix giving me the privilege to work for and with him in his beautiful store. Thank you Felix!"
"Extending deepest sympathy in your loss... Felix was a tremendous human being and a great boss. Will always remember the smiles, laughter, upbeat conversations... .and the genuine compassion and caring that he carried for everyone! The days when Felix lit up New Bedford Antiques with his presence will always be remembered fondly! Garry R. Greer"
"So sad to hear about Felix's passing. It was great to run into him at the antique store or at the breakfast place down the street in Island Park. He was always smiling and congenial. My mom, Tina, will also be saddened to hear this news as I know she was fond of Felix. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Julia and Dee Dee. Diane Belden"
"Sending our deepest sympathy & love to the Petrarca family...Trish & Bill Alexander"
"My sympathy to the Petrarca family. Although I did not know Mr. Petrarca, his sister Dolores was a teacher of mine at Mumford school many years ago. May you rest in peace Mr. Petrarca. Charlene (Heath) Striggles."
"Sandy And Joe lit a candle in memory of Felix A. Petrarca Jr."
"Sunday I lost my best friend and "cousin" Felix. He will be missed by all of us who knew him. He "lived life large".. his laughter and giving attitude will be remembered and cherished. Like Frank Sinatra said " I did it my way", and Felix sure did- do it his way!Near his end, we spoke about his journey and he was not afraid to go. His loving family was by his side for the hard times of the last year and we send our deepest love to all.God Bless . Barnacle Bill and Mary"
"the picture in the obit says it all... ... Felix enjoyed life to the fullest!!! of course, we will miss him but he is in a far better place now that his suffering is over. I shall pray for him and his familyhis former college roommate,Brian G. O'LoughlinDanvers, Mass"
"I am very sad to hear about a good friend passing. He was a focal point in our monthly card games and everyone will be saddened by his passing. I will always remember him as a jovial person with a great personality."
"Felix was my boss for 9 years @ New Bedford Antique Company... He could be stern @ times but that was just his way.. He also had a Huge Heart.... When my Mom passed away in 2004 I was out of work for a week, very upset.. Felix came to her Wake by my surprise and never told me but had 0ne of my Co-Workers slip 200 dollars in cash @ my back door because he knew I would be missing my pay check that week!!! He was a gentle, kind, Generous Teddy Bear.. I'll never forget all the good times!! R I P Felix!"
"Deborah Aguiar Dutra sent a virtual gift in memory of Felix A. Petrarca Jr."
"Felix, may in you rest in peace.....you will be greatly missed. Thank you for all the those big, bright smiles and bear hugs through the years. Thank you for the lesson on "how to live your life exactly the way you want." To Julia, Dee, Glenn and Heidi,Our deepest sympathy. We hold all of you in our thoughts and prayers.Sincerely, Ray and Deb Dutra"
"Felix, May you rest in peace..You will be missed by many. We are all saddened to know there will never be another like you. I.will always remember you..With love, Peg Barabash...Kerins twin"
"RIP, Felix....may this safari be the best! xox, Frankenberry and Zibbila."