Barbara Wik
WIK, BARBARA R. (BRAMBLE) 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Briarcliffe Manor in Johnston, RI. She was the wife of the late Wayne M. Rawding. Born in Providence, RI; she was the daughter of the late Edward and Ruth (Randall) Bramble.
Barbara was a manager in the children's department at Sears & Roebuck Co. for over 30 years. After retiring she volunteered as a senior companion, taking those who were confined to their homes on adventures to stores, restaurants and errands. She was a passionate gardener who created many beautiful gardens. She greatly looked forward to her yearly road trip to Ohio to visit her niece Ruthie Martin. Her other interests included spending time at the ocean, painting, creating beautiful wreaths, arts and crafts and playing cards. She once won a World Poker Tournament at Foxwoods.
She is survived by her five children: Cheryl Dancause of Derry, NH; James Wik, Jr. of Eleva, WI; Robin Crossley and her husband Mark of Coventry, RI; Wendy Eckwright and her husband Steve of Eleva, WI and Tracy Motta and her husband Lionel of Coventry, RI; nine grandchildren: Eric Dancause, Jessica Beaudet, Ashley Dancause, Melissa Crossley, Rachel Crossley, Brandi Wolf, Sara Eckwright, Wayne Lotito and Laura Lotito; three great-grandchildren: Cody, Kayla and Harper and a brother Burton Bramble. She is predeceased by four siblings: Robert Bramble, Beverly Lawton, Dale Bramble, and Clifford Bramble.
Calling hours will be held at Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home & Crematory, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick, RI on Saturday, July 15 from 12 Noon to 2:00 PM followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM. Burial will be private.
Should friends desire, donations in her memory may be made to: Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island, 245 Waterman Street, Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906.
1932 - 2017 (85 years)