Gretchen Furtado Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-06-01T20:00:00
End: 2025-06-01T23:00:00
Location: Perry-McStay Funeral Home

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gretchen Furtado of East Providence, Rhode Island, who passed away on May 25, 2025. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gretchen Furtado to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Gretchen's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Gretchen's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Richard Gartner and Jean Gartner (Williamson). She is survived by: her son Steven Furtado (Ashley Barratt) of East Providence; her sister Gail Lefoley (Michael); and her nephew Kyran Lefoley.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Perry-McStay Funeral Home

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June 01

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Perry-McStay Funeral Home
2555 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914

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2555 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914

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