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William Mark Lombardi

9/3/1959 - 6/22/2020

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Obituary For William Mark Lombardi

William Mark Lombardi passed away peacefully on Monday June 22, 2020, after a 6 year battle against a relentless cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family at his home in Warren, RI. Bill was 60 years old.

Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Lester L. Lombardi and Rita (DeBlois) Lombardi. He is survived by his siblings Lester ( Butch) Lombardi Jr, and his wife Cyndy of Warren, Judith Lombardi and her partner Gwen Fulton of White River Junction, Vermont, his partner of 10 years, Edward Ticzon of Warren, his nephew, Nicolas Lombardi and his wife Katie, his grandnephews Will, and Drew Lombardi of Norwell MA and his best friend, Tony Centracchio, who provided endless support and comfort throughout his illness.

Bill was a graduate of Warren High School, and attended Flagler College in Florida. He earned an Associates Degree from New England Tech in computer programming. He worked initially in IT at John Hancock in Boston. His love of travel subsequently brought him to the airline industry, where Bill worked as a flight attendant for Buffalo Air, traveling frequently to Ireland, Portugal, and Spain. He later worked as an Operations Manager for Delta Airlines at TF Green airport for many years, and most recently as the Manager of the Marriott Parking facility in Providence until his cancer caused his retirement.

Bill fulfilled his love of travel and warm places in the 10 years he and Ed were together. They vacationed multiple times at Disney World in FL and also, St John in the Virgin Islands. Bill kept up hope to the very end that he and Ed would be able to make one more trip to the warm beaches of St. John that he loved so much.

Bills real love was writing. He was a prolific author, writing daily and submitting many manuscripts / screenplays for consideration. He achieved his dream of becoming a published author with the release of his first book, The Yuchae Blossom in 2019, published under his pseudonym (Asher Quinn). He was currently working on his next book, Grace Colony, an incredibly creative work of science fiction which had been accepted for publication. His illness never allowed for the completion of what was certainly to be his best work.

Bill was incredibly funny, and his infectious laughter and bright smile could light up a room. He had many lifelong friends, who knew the joy of his crazy humor and quick wit. As he battled a virulent and relentless cancer, he never lost his ability to laugh and incredibly maintained hope, even in the most dire stages of his disease.

Bill was a huge animal lover, once pulling a dog to safety after it had been hit by a car on I-195 at night, kneeling with the animal in the freezing cold until help arrived. The death of even a bug would visibly upset him. He truly valued the life of every living thing he came in contact with. He enjoyed the love of many cats over the span of his life. His current kitty kids, Cherry and Frank, were his constant companions throughout his final months at home. He had the utmost confidence and trust in his cancer team at Dana Farber, headed by oncologist, Dr. Mark Pomeranz. In the final weeks Bills care fell to his family and Ed. We were determined to grant his wish to stay at home. Without the help of the RNs & CNAs from Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice, this would not have been possible. They are true angels of mercy.

As per Bills wishes, services will be omitted. A joyous celebration of his life is being planned for later this summer. Donations in Bills name can be made to The Warren Animal Shelter (Warren RI) or Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice, 1184 East Main Rd. Portsmouth RI 02871.

Arrangements by SMITH FUNERAL and MEMORIAL SERVICES. www.wjsmithfh.com

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  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Bill Lombardi. At 60 years old he was too young to leave us. His pain and anxiety are gone and he is finally at peace. He fought that tough battle of Prostate Cancer and still had the time to help us members fight it too. May he rest in peace and remain in the memory of all of us that were fortnate to know him. Health Unlocked Advance Prostate Group. j-o-h-n Sunday 09/06/2020 5:10 PM DST

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    May the road rise to meet you May the wind be always at your back May the rain fall softly upon your fields May the sun shine warm upon your face And until we meet again May God hold you in the palm of his hand Always smiles, wherever he was... miss you brother â??ï¸?

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Dear Butch, Cyndy, Judy, Nick and entire the family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I believe there is a special place in heaven for Bill. May you all find peace in the knowledge that Bill left a wonderful legacy of love and compassion and the world is better place because of his kind spirit. Love, Cousin Kathy

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    My deepest condolences for all families, Miss you my friend May you Rest In Peace bill ð???ð???ð??»ð??¹

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Dear Billy, So many memories; all of them filled with laughter and fun. I think I may be the only student at WHS to receive detention for laughing so hard in the library. Thank you for making Mrs Beech hate me. Thank you too, for being such a great guy, and a special friend. I always have- -and always will- -smile when I think of you. So cliche of you for passing on the same date as Judy Garland. I wish I could bust you about it. Love you always, Janet Amaral

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Butch, Cyndy and family. Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful tribute to your dear brother, someone whom I would have loved to have known. May your memories of him comfort you as he now rests in peace. Xo

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Havenâ??t seen Bill in many years but will always remember him as a vibrant guy with an infectious personality...I loved how he could draw you in with his stories and the excitement in his eyes....he was warm, fun and charming...rest in peace dear friend.â?¤ï¸?â?¤ï¸?â?¤ï¸?

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will miss my friend but forever in my heart. Love you Billy, rest easy

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Rest in Peace Bill

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    I loved your novel. Wish I could have read the one you were working on. I am too sad to write something. And we both know you will not be reading this. Yet, I am left with a lump in my throat and nowhere to grieve.

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    Butch, Judy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I didnâ??t know Bill, but after reading his obituary, I know that he was a special guy who was loved by many. May your precious memories of him console you at this difficult time. Terry Murphy

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    My condolence with you Butch and your family, I know what it's like after my Mom passing away at 102 two weeks ago, my prayers are with you and your family.

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    It's been years since I've seen Billy..but what I remember of him was his sense of humor. He along with his friend Chris and my sister Jan had me and my friend Joyce in stiches whenever they let us hang around them. Such a kind soul -- gone way too soon. Blessings to you Billy xoxoxo----- Linda

  • 04/27/2021

    Jeffrey Palumbo

    In shock that I just found out Bill passed away last year. He was my boss at TF Green. He was a great guy. Rest easy my friend.

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