"I delivered Meals on Wheels to Mr. Amaral for a few years. He was always so pleasant and appreciative of the meals. Will miss seeing him on Fridays. My sympathies to his family and friends, "
In loving memory of
James Richard Amaral
October 7, 1938 - June 12, 2022
James R. Amaral, Sr., 83, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on June 12, 2022, in St. Anne's Hospital.
James was born in Taunton, MA, to the late James and Lucille (Vieira) Amaral. He grew up in Portsmouth RI where he attended Henry F Anthony School. He was a longtime resident of Island Park.
James was a very positive person; he touched a lot of lives and made a lot of people laugh. He was a talented Chef, he worked for Valle's Steak House in Fall River and Warwick and Coachman's Restaurant in Tiverton. He also worked with Indian Chemical Industries and with Professional Security Services. He loved watching TV, particularly Old Westerns, Law and Order, The Big Bang Theory, and Gunsmoke.
James is survived by his children; James R. Amaral, Jr., of Portsmouth, Steven J. Amaral, of Portsmouth, Chris (Sue) R. Denomme, of Tiverton, his grandchildren; James R. Amaral, of Fall River, MA, Jonathan P. Amaral, of VA, Justin M. Amaral, of Newport, Sophia R. Amaral, of Cranston, and his nieces and nephews; James Murphy, Richard Gill, Rhonda Gustason, Christine Gill, and Victoria Kenna.
Besides his parents, Mr. Amaral is preceded in death by his sisters, Celeste Kensmore and Carol Fesseden.
Services for Mr. Amaral will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to your favorite charity or organization.