"I am truly sorry to learn of my Uncle passing away. I hope and pray that his family is comforted, strengthened, and given a measure of peace to cope with this sad time. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) We can look forward to the time when he is reunited with other loved ones who have passed as well. What a joyous time that will be!"
In loving memory of
Alfred Matthews Cameron
March 15, 1939 - August 26, 2020
Alfred Cameron, 81, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away on August 26, 2020, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Alfred was born March 15, 1939, in Newport, RI to Alexander and Elizabeth(Taylor) Cameron.
Alfred was married to his wife Jean (Capone) Cameron of Tiverton, Rhode Island for 58 years.
Alfred graduated from Rogers High School in 1956. In 1976, he earned a Mechanical Drafting Certificate from New England Tech. He served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1960 and received an honorable discharge in February 1963. In January 1996, he retired with 21 years from Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics Corp. Alfred was a devoted member of Holy Trinity Church serving on its Vestry as Senior Warden, an active member of the choir, a Eucharistic Minister and lector. Since 1974, he has been an active member of the Freemasons holding memberships in St. Paul's Lodge #14, Aquidneck Royal Arch Masons Chapter #9, Web Council #3, Calvary Commandery #13 Knights Templar, 7th District Past Masters' Association and Founding Member RI Marksman Association. In 1982, he was presented both Newport County and Diocese of Providence CYO Man of the Year Awards. He was a proud member of the Episcopal Conference Center family since 1952 forging many lifelong friendships. He proudly watched his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren's activities through the years and was a die-hard Patriots fan. After retirement, he delighted in bringing joy to children of all ages around the holidays being known as "Santa".
Alfred is survived his wife Jean and his children; Elizabeth Wood and her husband Paul, of Holden, MA., Lois Scanlon, of Tiverton, RI, and Daniel Cameron and his wife Sandra, of Westport, MA. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Amanda and Sean Scanlon and his wife Kelsie, Peter and Natalie Wood and Alexander and Jonathan Cameron, his great-grandchildren, Amelia and Dustyn Scanlon, and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Joan Bertrand, Marjorie Titus, and Hope Adams.
The family would like to sincerely thank each of the visiting nurses who tenderly cared for him these past weeks.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2020, from 4-7 pm in Holy Trinity Church,1956 Main Road in Tiverton, RI
His Funeral Service will be held the following day at 10:00 am in the Church.
Burial will be at St. Patrick's Cemetery 2223 Robeson Street in Fall River. Due to COVID19 restrictions, attendance for the burial is limited to 25 people.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to: Visiting Nurse Home Hospice, 1184 East Main Road Portsmouth, RI 02871, or to the Episcopal Conference Center, 872 Reservoir Rd. Pascoag, RI 02859, or to Holy Trinity Church,1956 Main Road Tiverton, RI 02878.
Tributes
"Jean, So sorry to see the passing of Al. It was such a pleasure to see him when my dad (Hal Kenyon) passed away. Him and my dad are together again I\'m sure having a good time. Hugs to you and your family. Joyce Kenyon Michaels."
"We are so sorry to hear of Al\'s passing away. Please accept our greatest sympathy. Stacey and Marjorie Swift"
"Jean, So sorry to hear of your husband\'s passing. May he rest in peace and may you have peace in your heart to help you through this difficult time."
"My Uncle?s pet name for me was ?Linny Goo?, even as an adult! He always made me smile when he called me that and hugged me. ?"
"Al, you will truly be missed by many!
To the family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Please know I am sending tons of love and prayers to all of you. "
"Al, you will be missed by many. Cameron Family, I am so sorry to hear of Al?s passing. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers."
"A memory that makes me smile is my mother calling Uncle Al ?Alley Cat?. "
"So very sorry for your loss Jean, my thoughts are with you and your family."