"Mary and Van, two of the most wonderful people and best neighbors one could ever ask for. You will be sadly missed by all of us here at Donovan & Son\'s ! Together again for eternity * Rest in Peace * Dan Donovan"
In loving memory of
Mary Rose VanDeusen
August 11, 1932 - August 4, 2020
Mary VanDeusen, age 87, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on August 4, 2020.
Mary was born in Newport, RI to Anthony and Catherine (Leyden) Silvia. Mary married Ernest VanDeusen of Oneonta, NY, on July 26, 1952.
Mrs. VanDeusen was a communicant and Eucharistic Minister at St. Lucy's Catholic Parish for many years. She also spent some of her time volunteering as a driver for Meals on Wheels.
Mary is survived by her son, Ernest A. VanDeusen, adored grandchildren, Shane B. VanDeusen of Warwick, and Jessica VanDeusen of Barrington and her daughter-in-law, Elaine VanDeusen.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest D. VanDeuse, and her parents, Anthony and Catherine Silvia.
Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. VanDeusen will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at 9:00 AM at St. Lucy's Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. VanDeusen's memory to Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice, 1184 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI, 02871 https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/visitingnursehh
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"Mary I will miss you so much..The times we spent in your kitchen talking and bringing Jesus to you will always be great memories for me..My dear Mary you never complained and I am so glad God brought you into my life.. Rest in peace.. Love & Prayers Barbara Ames"
"So sorry to hear of Mary?s passing. My late husband Ken and I worked with Mary for many yeas at Grants She was so much fun to work with. She was one of the people who orchestrated getting Ken and I together. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Carol Rosa"