Lorraine L. Doolin, of Wakefield, Passes Away

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

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Lorraine Doolin of Wakefield RI, passed peacefully with her loved ones by her side on Monday. She was the beloved wife of the late Hugh V. Doolin Jr. They were married for 63 years.

Born in Providence, Lorraine was the daughter of the late George E. Aubin and Marie (Benoit) Harkins. She was preceded in death by her sisters and brother, Annette DeBaene, Lucille Parent, and George Aubin Jr.

Lorraine was co-owner and Wellness Director of the Royal Manor Nursing Home in East Greenwich. She also played a large role in her husband’s business, The Optical Shop. Lorraine was an accomplished pianist having studied at the Boston Conservatory of Music.
Lorraine was the loving mother of the late Hugh V. Doolin III, the late Lori (Doolin) Kelley, and surviving daughter, Cheryl L. (Doolin) Walason. She also leaves two grandchildren, Nicholas A. Walason and Emily L. Walason.

Upon retirement, they moved to their summer home in Galilee, where she was happiest. She enjoyed her early morning walks on the beach and bike rides into town. Lorraine was an active member of her parish at St Mary’s Star of the Sea as well as a volunteer with the CARES program at Peace Dale Elementary School.

Lorraine loved having a full house and sending friends and family home with a full belly. She was known for her infamous “Tuna with Pickles Sandwich”. Everyone was welcomed at Lorraine’s table. Her beautiful smile and positive outlook on life were infectious. Lorraine coined the phrase “Absatively Posolutely”. Anyone who had the opportunity to know Lorraine was blessed.

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 21, 2021, from 9:00 am-10:00 am in Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia St, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am in St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 864 Pt Judith Road, Narragansett.

Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Peace Dale.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island Chapter, 245 Waterman St #306, Providence, RI 02906.


Since 1863, Avery-Storti Funeral Home & Crematory has provided families in South County with caring and professional service. To maintain high standards people have come to expect from them, they are always looking for better ways to serve you. Their family and staff have developed a tradition of caring by assisting families with funeral arrangements for many years. In a time of need, it's natural to trust in friends and neighbors for help and support. At Avery-Storti Funeral Home, their funeral professionals are your friends, known and trusted by families who have lived here for generations. They are proud to be the family-owned and locally operated funeral home of choice and only crematory in South County and are committed to serving families just like yours. Their goal has always been to provide personalized, compassionate, and professional service - before, during, and after the funeral of your loved one. When you think about whom to turn to in your time of need, it's nice to know you can always turn to Avery-Storti Funeral Home & Crematory. 

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