Lewinstein, Diana M.
Dateline: Newport Diana M. Lewinstein, 81, of Newport, RI and Palm Beach, FL, passed away, surrounded by her family, in her home in Newport after a brave, but mercifully brief struggle against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). She amazed everyone with her extraordinary courage, dignity, positivity, strength and kindness while facing this cruel disease. Diana was graduated from Lesley University and earned a master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University. She began her career as a teacher for the emotionally disturbed and neurologically impaired and subsequently worked as the Rhode Island Department of Education’s State Consultant for the Emotionally Disturbed. For many years she devoted herself to the upbringing of her son in Providence while...
Brandt, Shirley
Cranston Brandt, Shirley M., 93, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of the late David Brandt for fifty-four years. Born in Providence to the late Joseph and Rose (Less) Wilk, she lived in Cranston for the majority of her life. While raising her family, she worked in various administrative positions, including the Cranston School Department. Later, she and her beloved husband were co-owners of the Beau James Restaurant in Providence. Nothing delighted Shirley more than greeting and kibbutzing with her regular customers on a nightly basis. She was an avid Mah Jong player, lifelong dog lover and dedicated Red Sox and Patriots fan. She is a former member of Temple Beth Torah (Torat Israel) and a current...
Rubin, Arthur
Green Acres, FL Rubin, Arthur, 87, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2024, in Lake Worth, Florida. He was the beloved husband of Rochelle (Gladstone) Rubin for sixty years. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, a son of the late Alexander and Leah (Silverman) Rubin, he had lived in Green Acres, FL for over twenty years, previously living in Cranston, Rhode Island. A graduate of Hope High School, he was involved in his family trucking business for thirty-seven years. Later, he worked in billing and collecting at Providence City Hall and the Port of Providence for over twenty years. He was a member of the RI Hockey Official for thirty years; he served as a youth hockey coach for twenty years. Aside from his passion for hockey, he was an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed...
Rubinoff, Charlotte
In loving memory of Charlotte Gail Rubinoff Charlotte passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024 with her loving family close by. She was 78 years old. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Charlotte was the beloved daughter of Samuel and Dorothy Nulman. She grew up with her loving brother, Leonard (Lenny) Nulman, and her identical twin sister Elizabeth (Liz) Cohn. She was a devoted mother to her daughter, Pamela Ramsbott and son-in-law, Stefan Ramsbott. She was also a devoted and loving Bubbe to her granddaughters Sadie and Lena Ramsbott, who remember her as a source of support and encouragement. Charlotte was known for her positive spirit and easy going personality. Over the years, she connected often with her community of neighborhood friends, and she enjoyed...
Russell, Benjamin J.
Seekonk, MA Russell, Benjamin J., 42, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Andrea (Weisman) Russell. Born in Burlington, VT, a cherished son of Wesley and Paullette (LaCourse) Russell, he had lived in Seekonk for almost 11 years, previously living in Charlotte, VT. He was a wireless architect for Techinum Inc. for the last 2 years, he previously served as the Director of Technology for the East Providence School Department. Benjamin was a dedicated member of Temple Habonim. He is survived by his wife, Andrea and his parents, Wesley and Paullette. He was “superdad” to Steven and Eliana. A dear brother of Christopher Russell and his wife Maryann of Shelburne, VT, Laura Rice and...
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