Shirley Z. Wasser

DATELINE: WARWICK Wasser, Shirley Zelda, 95, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond Wasser. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Joseph and Gertrude (Backman) Epstein, she was a longtime resident of Cranston, recently living in West Warwick and Warwick.  Shirley was predeceased by her sister, Ethel Davis, of NY and her brother, Arnold Elliott, of TN, FL and TX. As an adult, she fulfilled her dream of going to college.  When her youngest, Julie, began school, Shirley was among the first group to attend the URI Extension in Providence.  After eight years of part-time study, she earned her BA in History, URI Class of ‘75.  She was a member of the Cranston Senior Guild. A...

Posted on Oct 7, 2020 | 13 comments

Barry Shaw

DATELINE: WARWICK Shaw, Barry, 76, died Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Gail (Winkleman) Shaw for 55 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Louis and Dorothy (Tolchinsky) Shaw, he was a longtime resident of Warwick. He was a graduate of Bentley College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.  Barry was the Lead Tax Preparer of H&R Block in Warwick for 10 years and the Vice President of Surplex Underwriters Insurance in Warwick for 20 years, retiring in 2015. He was a member and on the Board of Directors of Touro Fraternal Association.  Barry was also volunteered at the Trudeau Center, running their Bingo games.  He was an avid golfer and was President of several local golf leagues.  He enjoyed...

Posted on Oct 5, 2020 | 10 comments