"Thinking of you all with love and hugs. I have so many memories of her during the years we worked together at Christie?s and years afterwards when we would message back and forth about our Red Sox. Take good care. Denise Gallup Steffens, Naples, FL"
In loving memory of
Anne S. Gadoury
June 10, 1932 - September 13, 2021
Anne S. Gadoury, age 89, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on September 13, 2021 at Newport Hospital. Anne was born at home in Newport as the 13th child of 15 to Henry and Catherine (O'Neil) Cox. A lifelong island resident, she was a proud Newporter and worked hard to care for her family. She was well known as a hostess at Christie's Restaurant for over 30 years. Before that she worked for many years at The Pier, and was recognized for her talents and dedication with the Newport Hospitality Award in the 1970s. Anne was a member of St. Joseph's Church and volunteered at the Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry, and when she couldn't make it to Mass in person, she wasn't to be interrupted during the Sunday Mass on television. Anne also loved gardening, and won several Newport In Bloom awards for her flowers. When she wasn't working, or in the garden, it was usually time for a Red Sox game, and she was a lifelong loyal fan.
Anne is survived by her five children; Kenneth Smith of Newport, Deborah Hanson (the late Frances) of Virginia, Joanie Riegel (John) of California, Linda Deasley (James) of Middletown, and Lisa Stiles (Todd) also of Middletown, 12 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Joan Loughran of Swansea, MA.
Anne is preceded in death by her parents, 13 siblings, and a granddaughter Kelly Anne Riegel and great grandson Christopher Deasley.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, Rhode Island.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph's Church, Broadway, Newport. Burial will follow at St. Columba Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to assist those with vision loss to, Insight, 43 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02888.
Tributes
"Linda & Family, My deepest sympathy to you all. Hold those wonderful memories close to your heart. Love n prayers. Beth Casey"
"Anne Gadoury was a staple at Christie's Restaurant. I was so fortunate to have worked many of years with Anne. She was a big part of what made Christie's so special to so many people. I can still see her running around the dining room and racing back to the hostess stand to greet the line of patrons waiting anxiously to sit down. If you were not a worker then Anne would just step in and take over. Such a wonderful lady and friend."
"To Deb & Family - I'm so sorry for the loss of Anne. Met her a few times while visiting Deb. She was a wonderfully sweet soul. My thoughts are with you all ?"
"Family, So sorry to hear about the passing of Anne. I worked with Anne at Christie?s for many years. She was always kind to everyone she met. She had a wonderful love of life and I was lucky enough to have know her. Very Respectfully Stacey Mason-Burkhardt"
"There are so many memories I have of her. We always had fun when we came up from Jersey. She had a wonderful spirit. Always uplifting.. will miss you terribly. Rest In Peace ????????"
"As her "favorite" niece, I will always remember Auntie Anne's positive outlook on life, her faith, her work ethic, her love of gardening, reading, and Red Sox baseball, her laughs, and her unconditional love of her children and family. She was a role model to me. Char Burgner, SC."
"Dear Kenny, Debbie, Joanie, Linda, Lisa and your families, Memories of your Mom, Gollis Store, the 5th Ward and all of us kids playing on Atlantic St. bring back many memories. Your Mom worked very hard. She was kind and let us kids on the upper deck, have a sleepover and fed and gave us drinks as we ran up and down the stairs. Our Moms looked out for each other's kids back then. Your Mom would always stop a moment and talk to me when I was around. She was a very sweet and endearing Lady. I was very fond of her. When I walk in our neighborhood, I remember all our families as I go by the houses. My Mom liked your parents, too. My most heartfelt sympathy to you all and I will always have warm thoughts of your Mom. Fondly, Kathy Martins Sandru"
"Anne was my friend first and foremost. She always had a kind word for everyone. In her words ?It is easier to be nice than nasty?. She taught me so many things I will never forget and I am a better person for knowing her. I love you and your family?thank you for letting me be apart of all your lives. Love, Curran (HER Girl)"
"Ann was my neighbor for years. She was like a mom to me and treated me like a one of her own. She taught me to respect people and treat them with kindness. I i was not acting like a lady she would let me have it. I respected her with all my heart. I will miss and love her forever. Her son and daughters had the awesomeness mom every know. I was proud when she called me her daughter. Love u always mommy Ann. I piece of my heart will always be with u. Until we meet again"