Joan M. (Raymond) Chito

Lincoln - Joan M. Chito, 87, of Lincoln passed peacefully Monday night at Hope Hospice in Providence.  Born in Manville, a daughter of the late Conrad and Mary (Kelly) Raymond, she lived a long and happy life with Charles Chito, her husband of 67 years. 

A devoted mother and caretaker, Joan is survived by her children Nancy (Jim) Calnan of Duxbury; Paul (Christine) Chito of Chepachet; Sandra Chito of Lincoln; Robert (Elaine) Chito of Lincoln; Chuck (Robin) Chito of Lincoln; Lori (Gary) Blais of Seekonk; Erica Chito Childs of New York City; 14 grandchildren, Jim, Jen, Greg, Eric, Amanda, Kristen, Danny, Scott, Joshua, Jared, Justin, Kasie, Chris and Jada; and 17 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her son Chris Chito of Venice Beach.  A lifelong animal lover, she also leaves behind her dog Jasmine, and her cat Gracie.

Joan’s life will be celebrated Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. from Bellows Funeral Chapel, 160 River Road, Lincoln, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. Jude Church, 301 Front Street, Lincoln.  Family and friends are invited, and may call Saturday morning from 9:00 -10:00 a.m.  Her burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory to Hope Hospice & Palliative Care of R.I., 1085 North Main Street, Providence, R.I. 02904, would be appreciated.  

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