Scoliard, Lewis A.

Providence Scoliard, Lewis A., 92, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at the Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. He was the beloved husband of Sandra (Malkin) Scoliard for 66 loving years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Elisha and Esther (Lubin) Scoliard, raised in Providence, he attended Providence College for his undergrad; later he attended Ohio State for his LL.B. He was passionate about his work and served as an executive with a local trucking company for well over 40 years prior to retirement. He was a devoted father who instilled a strong sense of independence and a firm work ethic; his memory is treasured by his sons and their spouses, John Scoliard and his wife Mara, Peter Scoliard and his wife Sarah. He was the dear brother of...

Posted on Dec 20, 2022 | 10 comments

Perlman, Stuart

WARWICK Perlman, Stuart L., 80, died Saturday, December 17, 2022 at his home in Warwick. Born in Brooklyn, NY, a son of the late Louis and Jean (Trommer) Perlman, he had lived in Warwick for many years, previously living in Providence and Cranston. He was a manager for the former Philip Wolfe Haberdashery, for 17 years, retiring in 1982. He later worked for Sam’s Club and URI Facilities for many years. Stuart was an Army Reserve veteran. Dear brother of his twin Gerald Perlman and his wife, Linda, of Mapleville, and Sharon McNerney of Las Vegas, NV. Cherished uncle of Keri Anthony (Jeffrey) and Stacey Perlman and great uncle of Caleb and Chloe Anthony. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. in the Priest Chapel in Lincoln Park...

Posted on Dec 18, 2022 | 5 comments

Beckenstein, Phyllis P.

Phyllis Beckenstein, 82, died December 16, 2022 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence, RI. She was the beloved wife of the late Irving Beckenstein with whom she shared 40 wonderful years. Born in Worcester, MA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anne (Sugarman) Minsky.  She graduated from Commerce High School in Worcester. Dear sister of Arline Porter and her late husband Calvin Porter of Peabody, MA and Stephen Minsky and his wife, Kay, of Columbia, SC. Devoted mother of Larry Beckenstein and his wife, Michelle, of Manchester, NH, Louis Beckenstein and his wife, Gilda, of Scituate, RI, Brian Beckenstein and his wife, Alexandra, of Mansfield, MA and Neal Beckenstein of Pembroke, MA. Loving grandmother of David, Jacob, Jessica, Joseph, and Shana. She...

Posted on Dec 18, 2022 | 8 comments

Waldman, Martin

Providence Waldman, Martin, 87, died Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Paula (Pickar) Waldman with whom he shared 66 wonderful years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Morris and Dorothy (Villar) Waldman, he was a lifelong resident of Providence. After graduating from Hope High School and Boston University, he was employed at Benny’s for 57 years. He was active in Cub Scouts as Cub Master. He was B’nai Brith president and was on the URI Hillel board. Martin volunteered at Tockwotton on the Waterfront, all of which he enjoyed with Paula. He ran yard sales and donated the proceeds to his favorite charities. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, Temple Emanu-El, and B’nai...

Posted on Dec 8, 2022 | 14 comments

Karten, Robert D.

West Warwick Karten, Robert D., 62, passed away at his home on November 18, 2022. He was the beloved brother of Wayne Karten of Providence. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Morris and Dorothy (Kessler) Karten. Bob had lived at the West Warwick Manor for many years, he was always there to help and enjoyed the verses of the Bible. He was a valued member of the community and treasured the friends he made throughout his life. He is survived by his four siblings: Wayne, Carole, Gary and Michael, a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews as well as his friends. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lincoln Park Cemetery, 1469 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02888. Shiva will be observed in private.  In lieu of flowers,...

Posted on Dec 2, 2022 | 1 comment