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James N. Creel

Passed 6/19/2014

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Obituary For James N. Creel

James N. Creel Jr. a longtime Rehoboth, MA and former Bristol, RI resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 19th, 2014, at 75 years.

Born in Florence, SC and raised in Charleston, SC, he was the beloved son of the late James N. Creel and the late Maude (Harwell).

Beloved husband for 52 years to Jane D. (Bettencourt) Creel. Devoted and loving father of James N. Creel III, Kevin S. Creel, Lee A. Creel, N. Todd Creel, Cynthia L. Creel, and Kelly Fenzel. Dear son in law of Mabel Bettencourt. Cherished granddaddy of Sarah Creel, Abigail Creel Phenix, Taylor Creel, Jimmy Lee Creel, and Lindsay McGuire. Great granddad of Parker, Lillian, and Grayson McGuire. He is also survived by his loving Yorkshire Terriers, Bailey and Cody.

Prior to his retirement, Jim was a longtime commercial union painter. He was a member of the Painters Union Local 195 and proud member of the NRA. A self taught man, Jim became proficient in many trade skills such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanics. He enjoyed numerous hobbies over the years including fishing, hunting, beekeeping, raising livestock, ham radios, singing and playing guitar, and one of his favorites, antique car restoration.

Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd, Warren, where family will receive friends Monday June 23rd from 6PM - 8PM. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday June 24th at 11 AM. Services will conclude with interment in the old historic North Burial Ground, Bristol, RI.

Jims family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the entire TICU staff at RI Hospital for their excellent care and tireless effort. In Jims memory, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. www.wjsmithfh.com

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  • 04/27/2021

    Jack Kleis

    With deepest sympathy...from the entire SICU staff at RI Hospital.

  • 04/27/2021

    Jack Kleis

    Dear Jane, Cindy and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that our love and prayers are with you. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. May God Bless each of you always. With Deepest Sympathy, Ann and George DeAmaral

  • 04/27/2021

    Jack Kleis

    Please accept my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you the comfort you need to endure this difficult time. Our loving heavenly Father is the God of all comfort and if you allow him, he can and will help you to endure because he cares for you (2 Corinthians 1:3,4)

  • 04/27/2021

    Jack Kleis

    Kevin and family, My condolences on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers, Warren Kirby

  • 04/27/2021

    Jack Kleis

    Kevin, Please express our sympathy to your family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Jack,Wendy,Anna,Jacob and Adam

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