Gerald J. Christoun, 91, of Bristol,died Thursday April 13,2018 at home.

He was the husband of Lorriane (Alves) Christoun.

Mr.Christoun was born in Lowell, MA., a son of Francis and Eileen ( Powers) Christoun.

Gerald was a United States Navy Veteran, serving during WWII, as a Seaman First Class.

He was the Shipping and Receiving Manager for over 36 years for Raytheon Manufacturing, before retiring. A Bristol resident for over 35 years, coming from Goat Island and previously Taunton.

Besides his wife he is survived by his son Frank Christoun of East Freetown Ma, a stepson Joseph DeMoura of Bristol, a daughter Laurie Henault of Taunton, MA, a step daughter Diane Sousa of Bristol. He was the grandfather of 2 and step grandfather of 3, also the great grandfather of 3 and the step great grandfather of 1.

He is survived by many nieces and nephews .

Gerald was the father of the late Lynn Zuromski, and the brother of the late Fran Christoun.

His funeral service will be held Wednesday,April 18, 2018 at 10:30 in the SMITH FUNERAL and MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Road , Warren RI. Burial with Military Honors will be at 11:30am in the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 301 South County Trail, Exeter, RI.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours are Wednesday morning from 9:00 - 10:30am.

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