Claire Dias Obituary
The passing of Claire Dias (Newport, Rhode Island) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 13, 2025 at the age of 95. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Claire Dias to show support.
As we bid adieu to Claire's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Claire has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert M. Walling and Alice L. Walling (Fitzpatrick); her husband Joseph C. Dias of Augustin's Church; and her brother Robert M. Walling Jr.. She is survived by: her children, Mary Alice Jerome (Michael), Joseph Dias (Beth), Missy Munroe (Tom), Susan Clark (Douglas) and John Dias (Colleen). She is also survived by eleven grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Monday, February 17th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the O'Neill-Hayes Funeral Home (465 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, February 18th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Augustin's Church (5 Harrison Ave, Newport, RI 02840).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Augustin's Church Building Fund, PO Box 357, Newport, RI 02840, http://www.staugustinnewport.org..
