Kenneth R. Fontaine, 60, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, husband of Debora (Gibson) Fontaine, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 following a long courageous battle with cancer. Born in Fall River, he was the son of Patricia A. (Goncalo) Fontaine and the late Herbert R. Fontaine.

Ken was a successful businessman having been the owner and operator of Floral Fantasies and Newport Coach for many years. He enjoyed cooking, time by the water and classic cars. He took pride in being his own mechanic and his restoration of several automobiles. He also enjoyed traveling. He visited several places such as New York, Florida, Las Vegas, and Cape Cod. Ken will be remembered for his genuine kindness and knack for making people laugh. He will be sorely missed and loved forever by all who knew and loved him.

Besides his loving wife of twenty years, he leaves his children, Justin A. Fontaine of Johnston, Rhode Island, Ryan C. Fontaine of Tiverton, Rhode Island, and Robert E. House of Warren, Rhode Island; his faithful companions Joli and Jasper and his siblings, Susan Davol of Arizona, Herbert R. Fontaine, ll, of Florida, Stephen Fontaine and Michele Imbriglio of Fall River and Patricia Kelly of Tiverton; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Brenda Audet and Pauline Forcier.

His Funeral Service was held on Monday, November 28th, in our Fall River Chapel followed by his committal at Notre Dame Cemetery also in Fall River.

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