Clifford E Read, age 81 of Swansea, passed away on December 22, 2014.
He was the beloved husband of Eleanor (Rose) Read and the late Laura (Leeman) Read. He was the son of the late Joseph and Emily Read. Before retiring he was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Capaldi Bros, in Swansea and a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Clifford E Read Jr. (Janice) of Westport, and his daughter Laura L Read of Somerset. He was also the father of the late Scott E Read (Sandy). He leaves four grandsons, CJ, Jason, Shane, and Joseph Read, a great granddaughter Calista Read,
He leaves step-children, John Rose (Denise), Deborah Moran (James), Nancy McKenna (Patrick) all of Swansea. Donna Plante (Russell), of No Kingstown, Trisha Rose (Julie) of Washington, and Kimberley Lopes (Jeff) of North Carolina.
Step-grandchildren, Jason, Caylen, Tara, Mitchell, Alec and two of which affectionately (called him “Bips”) Emma and Nathan Lopes, and step great grandchildren Jared, Aidan, Trinity, Laila, Gunnar and Brayden.
He was also the brother of Judy Souza (Art) of Dartmouth, Gerald Read of Swansea, Joseph Read of Fall River. Predeceased by his brother William Read and his sister Beverly Foran. He leaves several nieces and nephews.
His family wishes to thank Dr. Yang and the staff at Hudner Oncology for the compassionate care that he was given. To Kelly Read (niece) for being his guardian angel during this journey, and to all the friends and family that have spent countless hours, helping out whenever needed. You are all appreciated more than words could ever express. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Memorial contributions may also be made in Cliff’s memory to A Wish Come True, Inc. 1010 Warwick Avenue, Warwick RI 02888 or on their website: [email protected]
At Cliff’s request there will be no calling hours. Cliff’s family will be at St. Joseph’s Church on Friday, Dec. 26th to greet family and friends from 9:30-10:00 A.M. followed by a Memorial Mass at 10:00 A.M. All arrangements are under the direction of the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME. www.rogersfuneral .c