Lenore D. Cerel, 80

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CRANSTON, R.I. – Lenore D. Cerel died Sept. 24 at Rhode Island Hospital.

She was the beloved wife of the late Joel Cerel for 60 years. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Jack and Shirley (Botvin) White, she was a longtime resident of Cranston.

During the holiday season, she worked with her husband at his store, Cerel’s Jewelers, for 50 years. Lenore was active in The Miriam Hospital Women’s Association. She was devoted to her family, especially her grandchildren. Lenore was also an artist, creating beautiful acrylic paintings for her home.

She was the loving mother of Robin Rittenberg of Cranston and Jacalyn Shaulson of Stanford, Connecticut. She was the dear sister of Zina Davis (Jeffrey) of New York, New York. She was the adored Mimi of Jonathan (Amit), Samuel, and Jake Rittenberg; Misty and Lainey Sidell.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Hope Hospice & Palliative Care, 1085 N. Main St., Providence, RI 02904.  

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