George P. Vezina, 87, of Bristol

Posted 5/14/18

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George P. Vezina, 87, of Bristol

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Mr. George P. Vezina, age 87, of Silver Creek Manor, Bristol died peacefully Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Silver Creek Manor, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Grace A. (Vorro) Vezina, his wife of 63 years.

Born and raised in Fall River, Mass., he was a son of the late George E. and Donalda (Caron) Vezina. A resident of Bristol for 61 years, he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

George was a letter carrier for the Bristol Post Office for over 20 years, retiring in 1990. He previously worked for the former Bristol-Warren Gas Company and the former Premier Thread Company.

He was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Bristol, and an usher at the church for many years. He was a life member of the Cup Defenders Association, Bristol.

In addition to his wife, he leaves four daughters, Susan J. Lemois, Paula A. Mello (Richard), both of Bristol, Lorrie J. McKenzie (Steven) of New Port Richey, Fla., and Donna A. Glover (Dewel, Jr.) of Bristol; a sister, Jeannine Canuel (Rene) of Fall River; eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceeded in death by two sons, Paul George Vezina and George P. Vezina, Jr., and two brothers, Raymond and Robert Vezina.

Funeral services from the Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood St., Bristol, are Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at 9 a.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State St., Bristol. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Chestnut Street, Bristol. Visiting hours are Monday, May 14, from 4 to 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State St., Bristol, RI 02809.  For online condolences, shared memories, information and directions go to www.sansonefuneralhome.com.

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