Charles P. Nadeau

NORTH SMITHFIELD — Charles P. Nadeau, 82, of North Smithfield, passed away at Rhode Is land Hospital on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. “Charlie” was the husband of Rita L. (Laliberte) Nadeau, and they were married for 56-plus years.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his three children; Gail M. Nadeau, Glenn C. Nadeau and partner Ron J. Rowe, and Kim A. (Nadeau) Mathieu and her husband David R. Mathieu; and beloved granddaughter Grace K. Mathieu.

“Charlie” served in the United States Air Force for four years, stationed in Japan for two years, continuing his active duty working at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., as a cryptographer for his final two years.

He worked for almost 30 years for Rhode Island Hospital Trust Bank in their data output division, continuing his career there as they changed to Bank Boston/ Bank of America, retiring in 1996.

He was active for many years at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish for different events, and served as Eucharistic minister for over 30 years.

Charlie was a loving husband, father and grandfather. His granddaughter Grace was the “apple of his eye”— a true delight for him. He was known for his keen sense of humor and easy laugh, love of Big Band and swing jazz music, and…was a “magnet” for every family pet.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Thursday, Oct. 5, at 11 a.m., in Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, 1409 Park Ave., Woonsocket, with military honors following Mass. There will be no calling hours, but the family will greet friends in the vestibule at the church. Burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St., Woonsocket.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, Founders Affiliate, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908. www.holtfuneralhome.com