James "Jake" Francis Leary III's obituary , Passed away on July 6, 2025 in East Providence, Rhode Island

James "Jake" Francis Leary III

July 3, 1995 - July 6, 2025 (30 years old)

East Providence, Rhode Island

James "Jake" Francis Leary III's obituary , Passed away on July 6, 2025 in East Providence, Rhode Island

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DYER-LAKE Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LLC

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James "Jake" Francis Leary III

July 3, 1995 - July 6, 2025 (30 years old)

East Providence, Rhode Island

James Francis Leary III Obituary

We bid farewell to James Francis Leary III of East Providence, Rhode Island, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 6, 2025 at the age of 30. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his grandparents, James Francis Sr. and Florence Leary of Canton, MA.. He is survived by: his mother Kristen Leary of North Attleboro, MA; his grandparents, Ines, David Altemose of Bradley Beach, NJ, Buz and Martha Brown of Boulder, CO; his father James Francis Jr.; his sister Kayla (Leary); his brother-in-law Sean Desmond of Dallas, TX; and his pet Tito. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends.

The military honors was held on Sunday, July 13th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Dyer-Lake Funeral Home (161 Commonwealth Ave, Attleboro Falls, MA 02763). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Lord Parish - St. Mark (105 Stanley St, North Attleborough, MA 02763). A celebration of life was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Heather Hill Country Club (149 W Bacon St, Plainville, MA 02762). Jake was called to active duty during the pandemic, where he performed in a top leadership role in organizing COVID-19 protection initiatives for the state.

In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting the Til Valhalla Project by donating to Stop Soldier Suicide to contribute to a cause that was so dear to him.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
DYER-LAKE Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LLC



Sun

July 13

Military honors

Dyer-Lake Funeral Home
161 Commonwealth Ave, Attleboro Falls, MA 02763

Mon

July 14

Mass of Christian Burial

Lord Parish - St. Mark
105 Stanley St, North Attleborough, MA 02763

Mon

July 14

Celebration of life

Heather Hill Country Club
149 W Bacon St, Plainville, MA 02762

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