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SR 1119

SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF DOLORES MARY DUPRE

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Alana DiMario

Rhode Island Senate passes a ceremonial resolution expressing deepest condolences to Dolores Mary Dupré's family and honoring her life.

06/05/2025 Senate read and passed
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Bill Summary · SR 1119

Summary of Rhode Island Senate Resolution SR 1119

Title

Senate Resolution Extending Deepest Condolences on the Passing of Dolores Mary Dupré

Purpose and Intent

SR 1119 is a ceremonial resolution in the Rhode Island Senate expressing condolences to the family and friends of Dolores Mary Dupré following her death. The resolution honors her life, acknowledges her family relationships, and notes her personal and professional contributions. It serves as an official, formal expression of sympathy from the Rhode Island Senate.

Key Provisions

  • Expresses deepest sympathy and condolences to Dolores Mary Dupré’s family and friends.
  • Recites personal background and family connections, including:
    • Wife of the late Robert “Bob” Dupré for 65 years.
    • Mother of Cynthia Wilson and her husband Richard Gill; Judith Dupré; B.J. Dupré; Susan Dupré and her partner Jonathan Banks; Peter Dupré.
    • Born in Providence; eldest child of Benedict and Antonetta Albanese; sibling: Judy Gartsu; brother: Ben Albanese and wife Marlene.
    • Met her husband on June 24, 1949, and married after a five-year courtship.
    • Grandchildren: Genevieve, Zepheryn, Chandler, Annie Dupré; Brendan and Emmet Gaffney; Robert Wilson and Lily Benson; and partners Spencer Lis, Emily Nalbandian, Edward Coady, Jake.
    • Great-grandchildren: Serena, Ellery, Jasper Lis; Grace Benson.
  • Notes on education and career:
    • Graduate of Salve Regina University.
    • After raising her children, worked part-time at an in-home health services company, eventually becoming a manager; retired at age 80.
  • Character portrayal:
    • Described as generous and sharing, frugal with her own needs, shy and private, but a fierce advocate for others.
  • Directives:
    • The Secretary of State is authorized to transmit certified copies of the resolution to the named family members.

Who Is Affected

  • Dolores Mary Dupré’s immediate family and extended family.
  • Rhode Island residents reviewing the record as part of the Senate’s ceremonial duties.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: May 29, 2025, by Senator Alana DiMario.
  • Referred to: Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (initial placement noted May 29, 2025).
  • Continued placement on the Senate Consent Calendar: May 30, 2025.
  • Passed: June 5, 2025 (Senate read and passed).
  • The bill is classified as a resolution, not a statute, and does not impose or authorize fiscal or regulatory changes.

Notable Context

  • This is a formal, non-binding expression intended to honor Dolores Mary Dupré’s life and acknowledge her impact on family and community.
  • The resolution culminates with the transmission of copies to the designated family members.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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