RICHARD E. 'DICKO' AUDETTE

71, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2012 surrounded by his loving family at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence. He was the beloved husband of 49 years to Judith (Emond) Audette. Richard was born in Pawtucket, a son of the late Emile and Theresa (Davignon) Audette. Mr. Audette worked at the J.W. Kennedy Company for 26 years until his retirement in July. Besides his beloved wife he is survived by , his loving children, Lisa DeAngelis and her husband Robert of Johnston, Richard G. Audette and his wife Karen of Coventry, his cherished 5 grandchildren, Casey, Natalie, Renee,Danielle DeAngelis,and Richard S. Audette, and he was also the dear brother of Joseph Audette of Rehoboth and Robert Audette of Barrington. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service to be held on Thursday at 10 am in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME &Crematory 1278 Park Ave., Cranston, followed by his burial in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. VISITING HOURS: Wednesday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Home and Hospice Care of RI , 1085 North Main St., Providence, RI 02904.

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