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Bridget Greene Obituary

GREENE, BRIDGET J. 'BEA' (MAYTUM), 79, of Plainfield Pike and formerly of Harris Avenue, Lincoln died Wednesday, March 8 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence. She was the wife of the late Edward Greene.

Born in Lincoln, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Marion (Goucher) Maytum, she had lived in Lincoln for most of her life before moving to Johnston. She traveled extensively with her children throughout the United States and Europe while her husband was on assignment with the U.S. Army.

Before retiring, she had worked for the former Chuck Wagon Caterers, Central Falls for 10 years. She was a communicant of St. Jude's Church, Lincoln.

Bea's passions included driving, traveling, decorating, dining out with friends, and mainly her children. She took great pride in her children and their accomplishments.

She is survived by two daughters, Bea Whitman of Cumberland and Amitie Bellini of Warwick; four sons, Edward Greene, Jr. of Scituate, Lawrence Greene of Johnston, Patrick Greene of Bennington, NH and Philip Greene of Lincoln; a sister, Katherine Maytum of Lincoln; 17 grandchildren, Heather, Stacia, Jessica, Jennifer, Larry, Matthew, Christopher, MacKenzie, Patrick Jr., Eric, Katie, Jason, Casey, Melissa, Philip Jr., Daniel and Royce; 14 great grandchildren; and many cousins. She was the mother of the late Robert Sean Greene and the grandmother of the late Richard Whitman, II.

The funeral will be held MONDAY, MARCH 13 at 8:45 A.M. from the BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in St. Jude's Church, 301 Front Street, Lincoln. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Cumberland. Relatives and friends are invited and may call SUNDAY 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. For Directions and Guest Book, visit www.legacy.com

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World from Mar. 10 to Mar. 11, 2006.

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Linda and Kenny Lane

April 7, 2007

To the family of Bea Greene, on the first anniversary of her passing.
Tomorrow is Easter Sunday, and we are praying that the day will be full of warm memories of Bea, and you have the comfort of knowing she is in the home of our Lord. Knowing Bea, she's probably got everyone looking for Easter eggs. You are still in our thoughts and prayers, as is Bea.
God bless you all.

Sandra and Russell Giglio

April 18, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

A Neighbor

April 6, 2006

I never met Mrs. Greene, but I noticed her grave with the lovely flowers on it one day as I passed the cemetary. I thought - She must have been a truly remarkable woman loved by many. I pass her grave every day and say a prayer that she is at peace in heaven.

Larry Goucher

March 19, 2006

Aunt Bea!!

Not just an aunt to me..so much to say now that she's gone away, so where do I begin.. I saw her last at a Kennedy Bash, down at the Newport"O"Club!! We sat and laughed at all the "trash" and all the hopeful wannabees. We talked about the younger days and how weekly she drove my brother. That long and tedious drive up Rt 1 and 1A to Children's Hospital.She was driving in the stead of my mother. How she was always there to console any fear and cheer up any dispare we may have had. We laughed about Janey splitting my head and we laughed about my many stitches.We had a quiet secret that I guess I can tell now. She wrote me once a week while I was in Vietnam (still have some letters), joyful letters,playful letters of how thing were at home. Not always true, however she knew that's what I needed to hear. She always said I was full of something and that's why she loved me.One great thing that I want to thank her for and I want all to know is she gave me two wonderful sisters and five brothers by proxy and I love them as my own. And how she has made it to the show and the show must go on. God bless you always and may you stay forever young. Larry

Mackenzie Greene

March 19, 2006

Gramma Bea,

I still cant believe that you're gone. Every time I think of you now i cry, no more calls out of the blue just to see how I'm doing, no more visits just to spend time & I am really going to miss that. But we must go on with life, thats what you did. I just want to say that i am really lucky to have known you. Ever since i was born, every little good thing i did or accomplished you were so proud of me & you always let me know. I remember that when i would call you from middle school sick & ask if you could pick me up & take me home, you did EVERY time i called. Even if i just had a stomach ache, you were always so caring & concerned & always offered positive words. I have always tried to live like you & am continuing to now. One thing that you never did was hate anybody & neither have i & i never will. I really miss you Gram & i love you. Until we meet again.

Love Always

Mackenzie

John Morris

March 17, 2006

Dear Larry & Joyce I will always remember Bea as a loving mother to your whole family.She always offered so much of her self to my wife and children. I thank her for that,and she sure knew how to play a good card game.My deepest sympathy for your loss. John

Debbie Greene

March 14, 2006

To Bea, From Debbie G.

Poem:



I'll always remember the good times we had. They will stay in my heart to make me keep from getting sad. Like the times we went in the middle of the night, oh how we must have looked like an incredible site. To go eat hot dogs and coffee milk all dressed up in our finest silk the firehouse hot dogs was to place to go, espically when the funds were low. Another good time with you and me, was when we went to the grand old opry. I laughed so much till i couldn't stand when we found you sitting in the wrong rental van. You always laughed at Zachary when he used to call you my grandma Bea. So in closing this my dear dear Bea, i just want you to know that i loved you so.

Mary Greene

March 14, 2006

Pat and Family,

I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. After looking at the pictures I realize that even though I have not seen her in a while, her smile was still the same. My sympathies.

Holly Morris

March 14, 2006

I'm very sorry for your loss, I loved Bea so much even though I met her only 4 times in my life. She was like my only grandma because I've never seen any of my grandparents. I wish I could've came to the funeral. Bea will always be in our hearts. I hope to see her in heaven when my time has come, and that will be a very long time for me. Much love.

PAULETTE MASNYK

March 13, 2006

TO PHIL, EMILY AND FAMILY.

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. YOU'RE MOM IS MAKING THE WAY FOR HER FAMILY.

SINCERELY

PAULETTE

Marie Palumbo

March 13, 2006

Dear Amitie,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I met her at your house the day after my own mom's funeral. After speaking with her for a few minutes and exchanging hugs, I said to myself" this is one wonderful lady" and I am priviledged to have met her. I hope you and your family find comfort in knowing that she touched my life and I'm sure,
countless others. Love, Marie(Misurelli) Palumbo

Loriann Taylor-Morris

March 13, 2006

Dear Family,I feel so lucky to have known your mom. She has always been the most caring,FUN,happy,kind and graceful friend. Truly one of the best woman that I have had the honor to know. I have loved her so so so much. Also she will be so missed in all of are hearts. But now heaven is a better place to BEA. And may the wind be on her back.

Debbie Fuller

March 13, 2006

Bea, Heather & Family,



My deepest sympathy to you and your family. If there's anything I can do for you, please call.

Randy Johnson

March 13, 2006

My dearest Bea and Family,

So sad to hear the passing of your Mom, Sadden to say I lost my Mom 3 years ago and not a day passes when I dont think of her, My heart goes out to you and your family and may the Lord give you and your family strength to endure you loss.



Your Real Estate friend



Randy

NORM FRINK

March 13, 2006

DEEPEST SYMPATHY

FLORENCE & JAMES CANTRELL

March 13, 2006

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Andrew Kelley

March 13, 2006

We are praying for you and your family.

Royce Bellini

March 12, 2006

It is very difficult for me to find words that describe how much I miss you. You were an intricate part of my life, a life which was better with you in it. I am proud to have been your grandson and even more proud to call you my grandmother. I love you grandma, and I will always. Amici per sempre.



Your grandson,



Royce

DAWN DECRISTOFARO

March 12, 2006

DEAR BEA AND FAMILY:

MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN THE HEART OF GOD AND STRENGTH IN EACH OTHER AS WELL AS HIM.

GOD BLESSED ALL OF YOU WITH A WONDERFUL MOM, SISTER, GRANDMOTHER AND FRIEND.

I AM GRATEFUL TO HAVE BEEN AMONG THE LUCKY TO HAVE KNOWN "BEA1".

GOD BLESS YOU ALL. I'M CERTAIN GOD HAS A GREAT BIG SIGN SAYING "WELCOME HOME BEA". -DAWN

Donna Bettez

March 12, 2006

My sincere prayers and condolences to you and your family.



Sincerely,

Donna

Andrew Bates

March 12, 2006

Bea,



My condolences go out to you and your family. Your Mom brought smiles to everyones face when she walked into the room. If there is anything that I can do, please do not hesitate to ask.

Ralph and Lisa DeCristofaro

March 12, 2006

Dear Bea and Heather,

Our sincerest condolences to both of you and your family over your loss.

Sylvia Stamm

March 12, 2006

Dear Bea and family,

May the good memories together help you through these difficult times.

My deepest sympathy,

Donna Marcotte

March 12, 2006

Bea We only met once but I know that you must have been a wonderful person.. Jess has always talked about what a great Grandmother she had in you..You had to have been wonderful because you have one of best in Jessica I thank God every day that she came into my son life.. GOD BLESS until we meet again... Donna

Great Grandma Bea & T.J.

Jennifer Rombalski

March 12, 2006

Stephen Taylor

March 12, 2006

To the family of Bea Greene,

In my life very few people have always had faith in me. During my recovery and difficult times Bea stood me sincerely and lovingly. I wish we had been able to spend more time together. She is the only person who had nothing but kind words and positive enthusiasm which was very valuable to my growth. I will always look back on that in times of difficulty and remember her as an extremely powerful source to find strength in myself. There will always be a secret little spot in my heart just for her.

Sincerely yours,

Stephen Taylor

Jessica Soderlund

March 12, 2006

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Deb Snape

March 12, 2006

Dear Bea, Heather & family,



I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother & grandmother. You are all so very lucky to have had her in your life for as long as you did, and just being able to share your joys and accomplishments with her is such a blessing to all of you who are part of her life. Remembering all of the wonderful times you have had together is what will get you through. All of our love to you & your family and friends.

Eddie Greene, Jr.

March 12, 2006

Hi Ma,

This is Eddie there are so many things I want to say. But most important I want to thank you for loving me and being proud of me all your life I want you to know that I have always loved you and have been proud of you all my life Ma you know how we always read the Sunday paper together and this will be the first Sunday we can't do that but I want you to know that I will still pick up the paper for us and save it until the next time I see you and we will

read it together.



Love you,

Eddie

Adina Barton

March 11, 2006

Bea,

You are truly a beautiful person and i will sadly miss you but happily remember you. I feel very fortunate to have been able to know you. Happy Birthday Bea.

GrammaBea-Best in the world!

Joyce

March 11, 2006

Dear Bea,
I don't know where to start, I only know that there's so much I'd love to say. But I would need 30 years of pages so I guess I should start with "Happy Birthday Bea!" Bea, you have taught me so much through your kind, and gentle ways. You have taught so many. And all the people you have touched, have truly been touched by an angel. I was blessed to have had you in my life, and I will never forget you, Bea. I love you.xoxoxo Joyce

libby

March 11, 2006

To the family of Bea Greene

God created beautiful people and some of them exceptional your mother was one of the exceptional ones.There was never a time in her life she would say no. She made people laugh and in time of need she would comfort them.Bea you never met a stranger and when you did you always put a light in their day. Bea you will be sadly missed by all espeically me my best friend .i know you are up there watching over all of us. your friend libby

walter taylor jr

March 11, 2006

Words cannot express our sadness. We all have lost a wonderful and caring person. Bea will live on in our hearts and memories forever.

Deepest sympathy to her loved ones.

Ronni Edmonds

March 11, 2006

Bea,



My sincerest condolences to you and your family over the loss of your matriarch. Although I didn't know your mom, I'm sure if she was anything like you, she was a kind and generous person.



Sincerely,



-Ronni Edmonds and Miyah

Georgeann Greene

March 11, 2006

Dear Ma,

For the last six month's you never ended a conversation without telling me you love me.

Somehow you knew how much i needed to hear those words.

My love i send you through the loving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ Amen.

I pray we will meet again in the great bye and bye.

Love You

Georgeann

Charles Turner

March 11, 2006

Hi everyone, Sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderfull person. Our deepest sympathy.We will not see you as we are in Florida. Charles (Pete) and Elaine Turner

Glynis Hughes

March 11, 2006

Bea Greene

We know a voice we'd like to hear

a hand we'd love to touch

we know a smile we'd like to see

and a face we loved so much

You will always be in our hearts and thoughts

Lots of Love Glynis and Paul (England UK) xxxxxxxxxx

Grandma Bea.... 4 Generations

Heather Deaville

March 10, 2006

Heaven got alot brighter with you in it Grandma. I love and miss you so much.

jean niedeeberger

March 10, 2006

TO THE FAMILY OF BEA GREENE I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS BEA WAS A WONDERFUL WOMEN AND A GREAT FRIEND. SHE WAS ALWAYS HAPPY AND SHE BROUGHT A SMILE TO EVERYONE'S FACE WHEN YOU SAW HER.SHE WAS ALWAYS THERE IF YOU NEEDED HER SHE WOULD BRING HER FRIENDS AT WALMART LUNCH.SHE WOULD JUST COME IN TO SAY HELLO AND ASK HOW EVERYONE WAS DOING. SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BYE HER WALMART FRIENDS.

Linda and Kenneth Lane

March 10, 2006

To the large family of Bea Greene,

Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of you in your time of sorrow. God has added another ray of sunshine to His Heaven. I know that He has a very special place for Bea, in his Holy Home. She is whole again and at peace. May God bless you all.

bea whitman

March 10, 2006

This was my mom. I was blessed. I'm honored to carry her name. Mom sent me flowers every year for my birthday with a note "One for every year that I've loved you". She truly was a great mother and friend. Bea

Darlene Reilly

March 10, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Bea and her family. I was fortunate enough to have had the chance to meet such a wonderful lady. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Darlene Reilly and family

Patrick Greene

March 10, 2006

Ma,

I am blessed to have had you in my life. You have taught me to never dwell on the negatives and to consentrate on the positives. I have so much respect for you, all that you have been through in your life, and what that has taught me in my life. You will always be in my heart. I miss you so much. Until we meet again.

Love,

Your son Patrick

jessica soderlund

March 10, 2006

i do believe you will never leave me

always you will be in my heart. I wont forget that your soul is near me and so we will never be apart.

i was always proud to call you grandma and always will. ill take the grateful gift of the memories we shared and cherish them always. you raised a loving, caring , kind, patient, son who i am proud to call my father. for everthing you done and for everything you were i will always be thankful to have you as my grandmother. i will miss you so very much. your grandaughter jessica (06)

Pat Smith

March 10, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Bea and her family for thier loss.

Pat Smith

March 10, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Bea and her family for thier loss.

DeCristofafo Group

Carol Ward

March 10, 2006

To Eddie and Debbie......my deepest sympathy goes out to you both. Your Mom was a special 'lady'. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Eddie, you were blessed to have such a wonderful mother.

Kim and Steve Jalette

March 10, 2006

It's so hard losing someone you love and even more difficult when it comes unexpectedly. Mrs. Greene shared herself so generously and meant so much to so many. Our sincerest condolences to the Greene family and all those who were blessed by this very remarkable woman. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Jenny Rombalski (Greene)

March 10, 2006

Grandma,

You meant so much to us all. I don't know really where to even begin with this entry except to say that you meant so much to so many. All of us grandchildren could never have asked for a more loving, wonderful, and caring person to be our grandmother than you. You made us smile, laugh, and feel loved always! You went to every family function any of us had big or small it didn't matter you were there. Not only were you there but you lit the room with your laughter.

On a personal note for myself. I will never forget living above your apartment with dad and going to Haven Brothers late at night for hotdogs, or studying on your front porch with you sitting close by and us chatting, or how we would sit on your front stepsteps with dad watching lighting storms in the distance.

I remember how proud you were of me when I graduated college, and then later when I got marrried and most recently when I had your great grandchild Thomas. And of course you were there at the hospital with me waiting to make sure everything was okay and to see the baby. You were always there for me and for everyone. I can't remember a time when you weren't there. How did you do it grandma? You were there for so many of us so often no matter what no questions asked and there are so many of us but still you were there always and genuinely happy to be there wherever or whatever there was. Grandma I will miss you so much and I wish you could still be here with us. But that is just a wish I know and I know that god has called you home to be with him and your other family members. But I am so eternally grateful to have had you here for as long as you were and to have had you hold my son, your great grandchild at least once before you went home. I love you dearly grandma! And Thomas will live his life hearing cherished tales of his Grandma Bea.



Love always,

Jenny

Bill, Melissa , Alex & Tyler Brown

March 10, 2006

Grandma Bea, you were the most upbeat, outgoing grandmother any person could have asked for. You will be greatly missed. We love you.

Wendy Houle

March 10, 2006

Uncle Pat and Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers... may kind words and warm smiles provide some comfort to you in this time of need. God Bless.

Love,

Wendy, Michael, Brandi & Darren

John & Tracie Villani

March 10, 2006

Bea will be sadly missed. Our sympathy goes out to her entire family.

Bryant Da Cruz

March 10, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Marie Goucher-Walkow

March 10, 2006

Aunt Bea had to be one of my favorite people of all time. As a child I could be a pain in the butt, and she would let me know that as I would awaken her in the early morning hours to take me "some place!" But she always did. I would swing in her wicker swing in her bedroom until she would get out of bed, throw on some fanciful shoes, and out the door we would go! We havent been so close since I have grown up and had my own family, but I am glad to say that I did let her know how much she meant to me recently. I will miss her sense of humor and zest for life so very much but her memory will live on with me and my family when I recant the silly stories of my younger years with my favorite Aunt Bea! May God rest her soul.

The Hector Rosa Team

March 10, 2006

Our sincerest condolences to Bea Whitman and her family.

Doreene Cogswell

March 10, 2006

Thinking of you and your family at this time, so sorry for your loss.

Doreene Cogswell

Sandy and Jeff Sheldon

March 10, 2006

To Phil and Emily and family, our hearts go out to you and we wish to express our deepest sympathy on your loss.

Jennifer Fallon

March 10, 2006

We wish to express our deepest sympathy. May God help you get through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.



With Love and prayers,

The Fallon Family

Jo-Ann Francis

March 10, 2006

Ma.

Since I was 15 you have always been like a mother to me more so than my own.You left us like you always have without saying good-bye. Your surroundings when you did leave this last time,I know in my heart was where you wanted to be and what you love doing. That pasture was God's final resting place for you and could not be more fitting for such a wonderful and loving person. I will always love you Ma and you will always be with me.

Janey,Eddie,Larry,Pat,Phillip, & Amitie(Peppy), Thank you for sharing your Mom with me you have always made me feel like family and I will miss Ma so much but you have to know in your own hearts you have always treated Ma like a Queen and she knew that, she would call me and tell me how proud she was of you all and our kids.She loved us all.

Ma you were the greatest and strongest woman I have ever known. You loved life and life loved you. Ma may you rest in peace, and I know for you that is a little hard to do but this is just until we meet again.

Love you always & forever,

Jo-Ann

The Staff of Bellows-Falso Funeral Home

March 10, 2006

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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