"To the Harrington Family, please accept my sincerest condolences. Your husband and father and I go back to our days of playing hockey and beyond. He was an exceptional friend. I am so sorry to hear of his loss. May he rest in eternal peace. I will always remember him and keep him in my prayers ...."
In loving memory of
Robert Kane Harrington
February 8, 1956 - June 30, 2020
Robert Kane Harrington, age 64, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on June 30, 2020.
Robert was born on February 8, 1956 in Fall River, MA to John and Mary (Kane) Harrington. Robert married Jacqueline (Nadeau) Harrington of Newport, Rhode Island on September 17, 1983 in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
A well-respected attorney in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Robert worked alongside his father Attorney John Harrington in their own private practice after receiving his Juris Doctorate Degree from New England School of Law. Robert and his wife, Jacqueline, proudly built their home in Portsmouth, Rhode Island and surrounded themselves with the love from their two children, Robert John and Christiane Hélène.
Robert had an abiding love for living in Rhode Island, being out on a boat in the middle of Newport Harbor, spending Fourth of July weekends on Cape Cod with his family, watching the Boston Bruins with his son, and encouraging those around him to strive to be the best version of themselves. He will be deeply missed by the many people whose lives he touched.
Robert is survived by his wife, Jacqueline, his children, Robert John and Christiane Hélène, and his siblings Mary Angela von der Lippe, John Harrington Jr. and James Harrington.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Harrington and his brother, William Harrington.
A private Memorial Mass will be held at St. Barnabas. The family of Mr. Harrington are mourning his passing. The current environment has prevented them from receiving guests as they would prefer, so we encourage all friends and family to reach out to his family to show your support. Please call or write to them directly or you may leave your name and a memory on the digital guest book.
In lieu of flowers, we ask our family and friends to please make a donation to the Lifespan Cancer Institute Research Department, 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02903 in Robert K. Harrington's name.
Tributes
"Bob, I just read this. I am sitting here totally shocked reading this. You were a good friend indeed! Thank you for all the great conversations, as well as all the hockey we played growing up! You brought many memories to my mind. May you RIP \"old\" friend ....keep your twig and skates nearby .... Godspeed, mon ami~!"
"I met Bob on my first day of school in 9th grade at PHS, we were in the same home room for the next four years. In life you meet a certain kind of person who takes a person as they are with always with a kind word, encouragement, and a positive outlook, Bob was that kind of person. Bob Harrington was a good person, I am lucky in this life that I met and knew him. Lee James"
"We were saddened to hear of Bob?s passing. May he Rest In Peace."
" Dear Harrington Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you so sorry for your loss. I remember Bobby even as a little girl that?s how long ago but what I remember most was his smile he had the best most welcoming loving smile that always made you feel special and easily lit up a room and all the people in it, I will always remember him with love and admiration. Godspeed my dear Bobby. Love always, Sarah Petrarca "
"We are so sorry to hear of Bob\'s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jackie, Robbie and Chrissy. We will remember that Bob always reflected the happiness you gave him in life."
"I am so sorry to hear this? Bobby was a great guy and my condolences to your family??"
"Jackie, Robbie and Chrissy.....we are all so very sorry to hear of Bob?s passing. He was a wonderful man that left us with many fond memories. Love, The Grandes "
"Bob, you will sadly be missed. Thank you for the great times playing hockey together. May God bless you and your family. Chuck Lacey"
"Please accept my deepest condolence\'s for your loss. Bobby was an exceptional friend, advisor and attorney, he well be greatly missed. God bless your family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Bobby, God has received home a wonderful man that will be greatly missed. Sincerely Joyce Dube ( Daughter to Raymond & B Joyce Dube, Swansea Ma) "
"We were saddened to hear of Bob\'s passing. His booming voice and laughter broadcast his love of family to his neighbors....we will miss it. "
"Susan and I were very sad to here about your loss. Please let me know if you need anything . Jack and Sue Replogle "
"Jackie and family You are in our thoughts and prayers, during this difficult time. Cherish your memories. May they in some way help ease your pain and sorrow. Thinking of you. Jeff and Cheryl Field"
"I am so very saddened to hear of Bob\'s passing, he was a wonderful man and a true friend. I\'ll never forget the many summers we got to spend together on Cape Cod in West Dennis when we were kids. I extend my deepest sympathies to the family and I hope all the wonderful memories of Bob will help to ease the pain and sorrow during this difficult time. I love you Bob - Jimmy Holland "
"I am very sorry to hear of Robert\'s passing. A great lawyer, always speaking of his family, always a smile on his face. His family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Debra Vierra Murphy, Esq."
"To Bob\'s Family, My sincerest condolences for your loss. Bob was a real nice guy who I have known since elementary school and through high school. He always had a great personality and a sense of humor. He will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Angela Volpicelli"
"Jackie, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts. Harry & Julie Hallgring"
"I was extememly saddened by the passing of such a beautiful person, father, friend,whom I have had the pleasure of knowing., My heart is with the whole family that I am very fond of. I have very fond memories of his wife jackie and her beautiful sisters and brothers that will always be dear to me.. His children will be left with lots of love and family that will celebrate such a honorable man. Robert Harrington may you rest in peace and Thank You for being you. Patti"