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William Anthony DaPonte

6/2/1962 - 8/12/2015

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Obituary For William Anthony DaPonte

William Billy DaPonte , 53 of Swansea, died Wednesday at Charlton Memorial Hospital.

He was the husband of Linda (Prior) DaPonte.

Billy was born in Providence a son of Anthony and Carolyn F. (Mello)DaPonte of Warren.

Mr. DaPonte was the former Director of Operations for the Diabetes Association of Fall River. He has lived in Swansea for 28 years coming from Warren , he was a parishioner of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Swansea. Billy was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and the Lions Club. He was known for his sense of Humor, and he also enjoyed American History, reading, and gardening.

Besides his wife and parents he is survived by his daughter Lauren Farinha and her husband Matthew of Somerset, his brothers Paul DaPonte of Providence, and Michael DaPonte of Millersville Maryland, and many nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held Saturday at 9:30am from the Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd. Warren, followed by a mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am in St. Mary of the Bay Church, 645 Main St. Warren. Burial in St. Mary of the Bay Cemetery.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend, calling hours Friday from 4- 8pm.

www.wjsmithfh.com

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  • 09/14/2024

    The Daponte Family, I remember working at Restaurant in Somerset years ago and working with Billy was always a great time to work with him. At the time I was only in my 20s and he was there for everyone. He will be sadly missed and may you find the peace and comfort during this difficult time. Michael Ouellette-Brennen

  • 04/27/2021

    Linda & Lauren, Ron & I are truly sorry for your lost, Billy, was a true gentlemen, & he always had a big smile on his face he will be greatly missed. He will always be with you both. God Bless RIP Billy

  • 04/27/2021

    The world is a brighter place for having you in it.

  • 04/27/2021

    My heartfelt condolence to Billy's wife and daughter for the large loss they must be feeling. Many years have passed since Bill and I went to Warren High together; but seems like yesterday as I remember his good nature and wit. May God be with you in your grief. Doug

  • 04/27/2021

    Billy and I attended Warren High School together. We were classmates for the class of 1980. He was always kind and smiling. He will be sadly missed.

  • 04/27/2021

    Dear Tony & Carolyn, I just heard. So very sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences to you and your family; you will all be in our thoughts and prayers. All our Love, Dave & Lori, Chelsea, Davey, Brittany & Brayden, Dino & Joan, Ed & Peggy, Mark & Cheryl, Phil & Pat and the entire Laurel Park family.

  • 04/27/2021

    Linda, Lauren, Matt - Billy was and always will be a bright, shining light in my heart. As many here attest, Billy has touched us with his charisma, wit, and attitude. I cannot recall a time when he was not upbeat and positive, even when the chips may have been down. Anyone would wish for a tenth of his magic. Your love together will give you strength, and Donna and I send our warmest thoughts and prayers.... Mr. and Mrs. DaPonte - You raised a true gentleman, giving him the gift to be his best and the talent to ,bring out the best in others. I'm privileged to have shared time on this Earth with such a true friend.

  • 04/27/2021

    My thoughts and prayers are with the DaPonte Family in this time of sorrow. Bill was a great friend to have growing up in Laurel Park and in life as well. In recent years I had the chance to reconnect through Facebook. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

  • 04/27/2021

    Linda Lauren and the Daponte family, so sorry to hear about the passing of Billy. My prayers are with you all

  • 04/27/2021

    Linda, Lauren and the DaPonte family, I was so shocked and deeply saddened to have heard of Billy's passing. He has and always will have a special place in my heart. His ability to make people laugh and smile when they were sad was a special gift. He was a true gem and will be missed by many!!

  • 04/27/2021

    So sorry for your loss! He was a great man, as you know! Always had s kind word for others. Truly will be missed

  • 04/27/2021

    We were deeply saddened by the news of Billâ??s passing. Our heart felt condolences to you and your family. He was such a great advocate for the diabetes community.

  • 04/27/2021

    Mrs. DaPonte, Lauren and Matt... So sorry for your family loss...may the loving memories you shared remain in your hearts forever. He will be with you always...for heaven awaits a loving angel.

  • 04/27/2021

    Words are never adequate in moments like these. Our hearts go out to you, we will always have cherished memories & know that we are all privileged to have known Bill. Sending you all heartfelt prayers for Peace & Comfort.

  • 04/27/2021

    Bill was a great friend who had nothing but kind words for those he met, always smiling and happy. I have so many great memories of Bill, down Laurel Park Beach and Playground, and throughout our school years. Wonderful neighbor and friend. It was a gift to have known him. Rest in peace my friend. My condolences to his family, he will be truly missed.

  • 04/27/2021

    My condolences to Linda, Lauren, Mr. & Mrs. DaPonte and all of Billy's family and friends. He was a true gentleman and as lovable as can be. He had the biggest heart, was fair, honest and had a great sense of humor. Integrity personified. Billy, I will miss our FB chats, your kind words and your beautiful soul. Bless you for being the man you were. I'll miss you, my friend. Rest In Peace

  • 04/27/2021

    Linda, Lauren and your whole family please know how sorry I was to hear of your loss. Billy was a wonderful person who touched so many lives. All of you have been through so much in your lives and always stayed so positive. I admire you all as a family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Again please accept my deepest condolences on your loss

  • 04/27/2021

    Lauren & Mrs. DaPonte - I am so sorry for your loss. Words are never able to express the sadness or sincere care and concern I have for you both - this time is a difficult one - my prayer and hope is that the love you have for one another will in turn become the strength you need to get through. I only had the pleasure of meeting Mr. DaPonte once, at your beautiful wedding Lauren, and I saw a man that was so proud and full of love for you and his new growing family. I also think fondly of the adorable and funny pictures you would show me of how much he loved Atticus. Such great memories to hold and treasure. While he was taken far too soon, I truly believe he will be shining down from heaven and enjoying all the silly and "classic Lauren" moments you have from now on. With love, prayers, sympathy and positive energy - Lisa Le Vie

  • 04/27/2021

    Linda, Lauren, & the DaPonte family, There's no words to ease the pain of losing a loved one. Billy lived life to the fullest & brought joy to those that crossed his path. He walked his daughter down the aisle and went on a beautiful vacation with you after. He is smiling down on you now,pain free & peaceful.Our thoughts & prayers are with you today and always. Love to all.

  • 04/27/2021

    My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of William, Bill, Billy ... Zupp. Sir William ... the title of the children's diabetes picture book shall indeed be changed to: "Little BILLY , Indy & Caroline" As you had requested. I'll see her through in your honor and finish what we started, what we had discussed, a mere two years past yet forever ago. Rest easy and release your burdens my friend.

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