In loving memory of

Fred William Sawyer
April 2, 1940 - September 13, 2018

Fred Sawyer, 78, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on September 13, 2018, in Newport.

Fred was born on April 2, 1940, in Lewiston, ME, to the late Fred W. Sawyer, Sr. and the late Ada (Emory) Sawyer. Fred was the husband of Marlene (Clark) Sawyer for 41 years.

Fred worked as a carpenter most of life. He proudly served in the 82nd Airborne Division before his career in carpentry. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing cards and restoring antique cars.


Besides his wife, Marlene, Fred is survived by his children, Fred W. Sawyer, III of Portsmouth, Scott Sawyer of Johnston, Vicky-Lynn Levada of Boerne, TX, Joseph Correia of Portsmouth, and Christy Brennan of Barrington, his siblings, M. Alton Sawyer, Dolores Paine, Elizabeth Wuori, Carl Sawyer, and Robert Sawyer, his grandchildren Gianna and Ciara Sawyer of Portsmouth, Hayden and Brendan Levada of Boerne, TX, and Zachary, Katie, Paul and Patrick Brennan of Barrington, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Deanna Sawyer and his brother, Leon Sawyer.

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018, from 9:00AM to 11:30AM at the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth, followed by a memorial service at 11:30AM in the funeral home. His burial will take place in Portsmouth Cemetery on Turnpike Avenue, Portsmouth.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 245 Waterman Street, Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906.

Tributes

Irene Doyle wrote on Sep 23, 2018:

"Praying that memories of good times help you through this time of grief."

Jack and Madeleine Pencak wrote on Sep 20, 2018:

"Marlene, Fred Jr.and family, unfortunately we will not be able to attend Fred's memorial service tomorrow. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies for your loss. Jack and Madeleine Pencak"

Donna Lafleur wrote on Sep 19, 2018:

"To Marlene and the entire family, so sorry for your loss, sorry I wont be there to attend the services but wish you all well and take care, rest in peace Fred, With Deepest Sympathy, Donna, Joey and Justin Lafleur"

Kaileen Sousa wrote on Sep 18, 2018:

"I cant believe your no longer with us Uncle Fred! You where such an amazing person, so sweet, loving caring, fun man! I used to always go to your house as a kid with my dad and you always welcomed me with open arms! I hate being so far away and not being able to be there to say my goodbyes! But just know I am thinking of you and your family and your always and forever in my heart! Youll be missed dearly! Love you Uncle Fred!"

Sharon Potts Booth wrote on Sep 18, 2018:

"Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP"

Rev. Dr. Anthony Quintal wrote on Sep 18, 2018:

"Rest Well Airborne! May the Lord rest your soul eternally with Him, until the last day when dead in Christ shall rise to live forever on the New Earth!"

Ann & Rick Pierce wrote on Sep 18, 2018:

"Freddie we are so sorry for the loss of your Dad"

Lily Barnes wrote on Sep 18, 2018:

"My heartfelt condolences go outto the entire family; I am so sorry for your loss. Fred, may you rest in peace; you will be missed."

Tim Brady wrote on Sep 18, 2018:

"to the whole Sawyer Family, Sorry for your loss ,Freddy was always a straight foward guy,always liked playing cards at Trems with him,im sure he will be sadly missed by all.RIP Fred"