Jacqueline Hamel Sisson

Jacqueline Hamel Sisson, 86, of Tiverton, RI, died peacefully and surrounded byfamily, following a brief illness. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister andfriend, she devoted her life to her home and family.She is survived by her husband of 64 years, J. Roger Sisson, with whom she shared a full and enviable life. Together, they enjoyed countless Sunday drives and family gatherings.The loving mother of seven children, she leaves Jay Sisson and wife, Marisa Quinn of Jamestown, Rl; Rick Sisson and wife, Donna of Portsmouth, Rl; Jacqueline Roppolo and husband Frank of Bridgewater, MA; Gregory Sisson of Belmont, MA; and Lincoln Sisson and wife Joanne of Warren, RI. Two daughters, Paula Sisson and Christine Sisson-Settino, predeceased her.She will be remembered with great affection by her grandchildren: Aura Sisson-Castro of Jacksonvi||e, Florida; Sarah Sisson of New York, NY; Rachel and JuliaSisson of Portsmouth, Rl; Laura and Gregory Settino of Hingham, MA; ChristineSisson of Nantucket, MA; Alexia, Ryan and Mia Sisson of Warren, RI; Katelin and Grahm Sisson of New York, NY.Born in Fall River Massachusetts, Jackie was the oldest of three of children born to Aurore Charest-Hamel and Wilfred Hamel. She leaves her sister and closestfriend, Madeline Hamel, of Westport, MA; her brother, Wilfred Sunny Hamel, ofSebastian, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews.After graduating from Durfee High School, she married and raised 7 children. She was a special needs teacher aide in the Fall River School system. She was also a long time tour guide for the Preservation Society of Newport, Rl. She alsovolunteered at the St. Annes Hospital Gift Shop in Fall River.She enjoyed cooking, gardening, browsing in antique shops and traveling. Known for her ageless beauty and elegance, she will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, good humor and independent spirit. She enjoyed spending time with her family at Horseneck Beach in Westport MA, for all of the summers of her life.There will be a Memorial Mass on Saturday, May 24th, 2008, at 11:00am, at St. Barnabas Church, on East Main Road in Portsmouth. RI.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse Services of Newport County, 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871.