March 29, 2024

Rafael Gaspar

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Rafael Gaspar, 92, of Lyon Ave., East Providence, passed away Monday morning, April 12, 2021 at Miriam Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Maria Gaspar.

Born Nov. 25, 1928, in Portugal, he was a son of the late Francisco Gaspar and the late Maria Nagara.

In addition to his wife of 69 years, he leaves his son-and-daughter in law, Antonio and Lee Gaspar of East Providence and his daughter and son-in-law Maria Lurdes and Jose Ferreira of Clermont, FL; 4 grandchildren, John, Paul, Michael and Julie (Matthew); and his great grandson, Aiden.

He was also the brother of the late Constantino Gaspar, Alvaro Gaspar, Jose Maria Gaspar, Raul Gaspar, Maria Luisa Gomes and Maria dos Anjos.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am Friday, April 16, in Our Lady of the Rosary, 21 Traverse St., Providence. Burial will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation will take place in the church before Mass Friday, from 9am until 9:45am.

Please omit flowers. Memorial donations are greatly appreciated to Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 463 Benefit St., Providence, RI 02903.

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