Lee Catherine (Quirk) Niles, 88, of Namquid Drive, Warwick, RI, peacefully passed away December 16, 2015, while in Bradenton, Florida. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 50 years, Donald A. Niles, Sr.
Born in Providence, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late William and Blanche Quirk. She graduated from Hope High School. She retired from the Polaroid Corperation in 1995 after 25 years. She and Don were avid pilots flying throughout the North American continent. Nothing meant more to Lee than her family and friends. She was happiest when she was surrounded by those whom she loved. Her sweet nature and kindness endeared her to everyone who knew her. Lee loved laying out in the sun while reading a good book. She enjoyed cooking, flying, traveling and the many friendships she fostered throughout the years.
She is survived by her children: Donald “Donnie” Jr. (Nancy), Donna Di Donato (Jerry), Susan Hollywood, Christine “Chris” Allen (Edward). She was the proud Mimi of eight grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren, and the loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews.
There will be a Christian Celebration Of Life for Lee on Thursday, January 14, 2016, starting at 9:00 am, at St. Kevin’s Catholic Church, on Sandy Lane, in Warwick. Her burial will be at St. Ann’s Cemetery in Cranston, following the celebration. The collation will be held at Chris’ home, 150 Old Mill Blvd., Warwick, RI, following the burial.
