Shapiro, Jeffrey N.

Marlborough, MA Shapiro, Jeffrey N., 76, died on Monday, August 3, 2026, with his loving wife of 52 years, Susan by his side. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he was a son of the late Jack and Ethel (Berman) Shapiro. He had lived in Marlborough, MA for 41 years. He travelled often for work, living in many places like Huron, OH, Syracuse, NY, Vermont and New York City. Jeffrey graduated from Boston University in 1972 with his Bachelor of Science and from New York University in 1974 with his Master of Public Administration. He was a manager for non-profit agencies for 30 years, specializing with vulnerable communities suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, retiring in 2008. Jeff was a dedicated collector of stamps and he dutifully belonged to and served as an officer of the...

Posted on Aug 4, 2026 | 0 comments

Kaplan, Kenneth E.

West Warwick, RI Kaplan, Kenneth E., 79, died Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the beloved husband of the late Susan (Darcy) Kaplan. Born and raised in Providence, a son of the late Nathan and Mary (Coppola) Kaplan, he had lived in West Warwick for 15 years, previously living in Cranston, and was a lifelong resident of RI. He was a correctional officer at the ACI since 1982, retiring in 2015. Kenneth was a Viet Nam Marine veteran. He was a graduate of Mt Pleasant High School Class of 1965, a member of Foster Pine Tree Gun Club, a former member of Temple Emanu-El, and earned a business degree from Roger Williams University. Devoted father of Kendra Kaplan and her friend, Dr. Daniel Collins, of West Warwick, RI, Leanne Kaplan...

Posted on Aug 3, 2026 | 3 comments

Abrams, Andrew C.

Bristol Abrams, Andrew C., 67, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Providence, a son of the late Victor and Leah (Eisenstadt) Abrams, he had lived in Bristol for 2 years but had spent most of his adult life in Pawtucket. Andrew was a treasured member of The ARC of Blackstone Valley for over 20 years where he cultivated bonds and friendships with housemates and staff alike. Andrew is described as an enthusiastic and easy-going person. He was as happy to go for walks with his housemates as he was to visit concerts and play basketball. Prior to COVID, Andrew was a devoted volunteer with the Blackstone Valley gardening project at Daggett Farm, he proudly tended to the plants: watering and weeding were his specialties, when given...

Posted on Aug 1, 2026 | 2 comments