Raymond F. Brierly

Rehoboth – Raymond F. Brierly, 69, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 25, 2011. Born in Central Falls, he was a son of the late Raymond and Verna (Cook) Brierly. Raymond was a member of UA Local # 51 (Plumbers & Pipefitters) for over 40 years and was the proprietor of R.F. Brierly Mechanical Contractor Co., for 20 years and was the current owner & operator of Canoe Passage Outfitters. Through his love for nature, he was a member of the Taunton River and Palmer River Watershed Alliances and the Rehoboth Conservation Commission. As a member of Pawtucket Troop 1, he achieved the honor of Eagle Scout. He was also a member of the Bristol Elks Lodge # 1860. Besides his passion for canoeing he also loved basketball. While a student, he was a member of the URI Basketball Team, and over the years had coached numerous basketball teams throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is survived by seven children; Jennifer Hennigan, Stephen, Christopher, Stacey, Raymond, William, Mary Brierly; seven grandchildren; a...