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Steven R. Kanakry, 55, of Cumberland, a survivor of FSHD –Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 14, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born in Central Falls to Michael and Joanne (Noury) Kanakry on August 24, 1966. Steven participated annually in the Cumberland Arnold Mills Fourth of July Parade, a tradition he deeply enjoyed. He often won awards for his elaborate scooter decorations and looked forward to participating every year. Steve treasured his winter trips to Ocklawaha, Florida with his parents. He valued time with family and cherished his nieces and nephew; it is what he loved most of all.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his brother, Michael Kanakry and his wife Denise, and his sister, Dianne Zech, as well as his nieces and nephew, Allyson Kanakry, Joshua Kanakry, Samantha Zech, and Sydney Zech.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass Liturgy of Christian Burial on Tuesday, November 23rd at 10 AM in Saint Basil The Great Church, 15 Skyview Drive, Lincoln.
Burial will follow at Saint Basil’s Cemetery, Cumberland.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday from 4-7 PM in Saint Basil The Great Church.
14 Entries
Susan Rando
November 24, 2021
Mickey, Joanne & Family, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your sweet Son Steve. By the grace of God, we wish you strength at this sorrowful time and peace and comfort within your hearts. Sue, Tom Rando & Family.
John Aissis
November 22, 2021
Dear Mike, Joanne & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Steven's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
John & Evelyn Aissis
Ella Kaba
November 22, 2021
My deepest condolences. May his soul Rest In Peace. Dianne I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you and your family!!
Cheryl Iannotti
November 21, 2021
I am so sorry for your family’s loss of such a beloved son. I know how much your whole family loved and cared for him
Kathi Darigan
November 20, 2021
Dear Joanne andFamily,
So very sorry to learn of the passing of Steven. I know he brought much joy to all who knew him. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May he Rest In Peace.
Kathi Darigan
Denise Perron
November 19, 2021
Dianne and family,
My deepest sympathy of the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dee
Marilyn Fletcher
November 19, 2021
Mike, Joanne and family: Our sincerest sympathy to all of you in the loss of Steven. He was special and lived a happy life thanks to his family's constant care and love.
Marilyn & Art Fletcher
Bonnie Large
November 18, 2021
To the Kanakry family, I am so sorry to hear about Steven's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Pam Elkas
November 18, 2021
Just heard the news of the awful loss of Steven. Steven could not have had better parents then both of you. I know Steven is with the Lord all mighty. Steven will be a huge loss to the Kanakry Family. Deepest Sympathy to the entire Kanakry Family
Louis Najjar
November 18, 2021
To Mike, Joanne, Mike Jr and Diane, I along with my mother and sisters, are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of little Stevie. He was a bright and beautiful boy who overcame many challenges and became a handsome, loving man. He will be greatly missed. My love and deepest sympathies go out to the entire Kanakry family. May his memory be eternal.
Samir&Hanaa Boudjouk
November 17, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Kanakry family,May he Rest In Peace
Jean Thompson crantom
November 17, 2021
Although it has been years my heart is broken to learn of Stevens passing.
He was such a joy and I always wondered what a wonderful man he has become
I loved you all during my babysitting years and always think of you all so fondly. Mr and Mrs Kanakry, as a teenager then adult, I enjoyed the sparkle in your eye each time you spoke of Diane Michael and Steven and how Steven would brighten right up when you walked in the room
Now there is a beautiful bright star in the sky shining down on you every day and so many memories as he will always be with you all
I am so very sorry for the loss of Steven. May you be comforted by Gods grace
Hugs
The babysitter.
Jean Thompson Crantom
Robin Medeiros
November 17, 2021
Dianne,I’m so sorry to hear about your loving brother’s passing,may he love of life,friends and family always illuminate in your heart.
Katie MacKinnon
November 17, 2021
I know you are resting in the arms of angels now. How lucky I am to have known you Steven. You brough so much joy to so many people, through these tears there is a heart full of gratitude and love just from having you in my life. Rest now Steven, yours was a life fully lived.
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Saint Basil The Great Church
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Saint Basil The Great Church
15 Skyview Drive, Lincoln, RI
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