Mrs Florence L. Rhynard

Florence L. (Ellis) Rhynard, wife of the late Charles K Rhynard Sr., passed away on Feb 12, 2015 at St. Elizabeths Manor surrounded by her loving family. Born in Cambridge Mass. on March 1, 1932 to Jennie (Campbell) and John Ellis, She was also loved as a daughter by John “Jack” Weatherbee who was her “Pa”. Raised in North Attleboro Mass, the family moved to Bristol, RI in 1959 and she raised her children in the town that she considered home even after being widowed at the age of 34. She is survived by her five Children. Linda L. Rhynard of Bristol, Susan E. Almeida (Robert) of Bristol, Charles K Jr. of Warren, Laurie F. Matrone (Ron) of Swansea and Cynthia J. Panzarella of Bristol. Her legacy of love extends to Grandchildren.. Bryan Ramos (Michelle) of Chelmsford Mass, Kathryn (Ramos) Travers (Matt) of Westwood Mass, Jason Domingues (Alison) of Prairie Village, Kansas, Kenneth Domingues (Lisa) of Tennessee. Mark Rhynard (Jen) of Warren, Jenna Matrone Morin (Matt) of Tiverton, Chelsea Matrone of Fairhaven, John Panzarella of Bristol and Tori Panzarella of Bristol. She was preceded in death by grandson Charles K Rhynard the 3rd. She was also Great-Nannie to 17- Ayva Ramos, Madisyn, Kendyl and Ainsley Travers, Micayla, Haley and Ava Dominguez, and Avery and Calen Dominguez, Charles, David, Summer, Tiana Rhynard, Andrew and Tyler Rhynard, Lucas and Quinn Morin Youngest of her family she is survived by her sister June DeFarias of Warwick and Gordon “Bud” Ellis of Plainville and Sister in law Charlotte Ellis of Plainville Mass. and many Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by Brothers William, Raymond, Loren and Herbert. If asked, Flo would have said that being a Mother was her profession. While she worked at various places in town including Nyanza, Premium Thread and Carr-Fulflex, she was most proud of her work in the dietary department at Roger Williams College. She made many long lasting friends with staff and students that she worked with, many of whom kept in touch with her over the years. As a member of New Hope Christian Church in Swansea Mass, Her greatest love was as a Soul-winner for Christ. Her mission was to share the Gospel with family and friends and many times with strangers. She was bold in her commitment and viewed her time at St. Elizabeths Manor as her mission field where she would daily visit people who could not leave their rooms and passing out books to provide comfort for others. Although she had declining health for many years, when asked “Flo- how can you do it?” she would give the glory to God and in her faith in Jesus. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service in celebration of her life on Saturday, February 21, 2015 in the Sansone Funeral Home, 192 Wood Street, Bristol at 6:30 PM. The service will be led by her Pastor David Therrian. A visitation will precede the service from 4:00 PM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations in her name to St. Elizabeths Manor - “Residents Fund”, 1 Dawn Hill Road, Bristol, RI 02809. For online condolences, shared memories, information and directions go to www.sansonefuneralhome.com The entire family wants to recognize the professional care and personal love given to “Flo” by all of the staff of St. Elizabeths Manor, so many acts of kindness were shown to her by the Nurses, Aids, Dietary aids, Physical Therapy and support staff. When she said “I love you” to you, she truly meant it. It blessed our hearts and gave us peace to know that she was in your care when we werent there.

Service Information Visitation Saturday February 21, 2015 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM Sansone Funeral Home 192 Wood Street Bristol, RI 02809 --> Service Saturday February 21, 2015 6:30 PM Sansone Funeral Home 192 Wood Street Bristol, RI 02809 -->