PATRICK F. STAFFORD

72, of Hollow Tree Dr. Cranston, passed away Sunday October 10, 2010 at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was the devoted husband of Marie (Maiorisi) Stafford.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Patrick F. and Sarah (Cavanaugh) Stafford. Patrick was manager of the former Speidel Corporation for forty seven years, before his retirement.

Besides his wife he was the beloved father of Kenneth Stafford of Cranston, and Stephen Stafford of West Warwick; loving grandfather of Brittni, Kenneth Jr., Christopher and Nicole; and dear brother of the late Lillian Pollette and Margaret Burke.

His funeral will be held on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME 1278 Park Ave Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Church of St. Mark, Garden City Cranston at 10:00 a.m. followed by committal prayers in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.

VISITING HOURS Wednesday 5-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Beacon Hospice C/0 Light House Foundation One Catamore Blvd. East Providence, RI 02914.