John L. Eldridge

John L. Eldridge Sr., 83, of Lenox Avenue, West Warwick, RI, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Kent Hospital, Warwick, RI. Born on August 9, 1941, in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Frank W. and Anna (Lang) Eldridge.

John had a solid career as a tool maker for many years before retiring. He found relaxation in his free time at the Havana Cigar Shop, Warwick, RI that he enjoyed visiting. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.

John is survived by three children; John L. Eldridge Jr. and his wife Karen, Janet Diangelo and her boyfriend Mike Adams and Michael Eldridge and his wife Lorna, eleven grandchildren; David Vacchina, Nichole Vacchina, Danielle Vacchina, Michele Eldridge, Kristen Eldridge. Jack Eldridge, Frank Eldridge, Christopher Eldridge, Chelsea Eldridge, Michael Eldridge Jr. and Josh Eldridge, nineteen great grandchildren, a niece; Debora Gantz-Martone and a nephew: Howard Gantz. He was predeceased by a son: Frank W. Eldridge and a sister; Alice Gantz.

John’s services will be private.

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