David S. Towne

Date of Passing:

August 5, 2024

David S. Towne, 62, of Warwick, died unexpectedly on August 5, 2024.

Known affectionately as Biscuit, he lived in Riverside for 50 years.

David was the son of the late Robert and R. Lenore Towne. He is survived by his two daughters, Samantha Orterry and husband Kevin of Lake City, Florida, and Nicole Towne of East Providence, a beautiful granddaughter, Hayden Orterry, and his former wife and forever trusted friend Dianne Lyman of East Providence.

David was the youngest of five siblings, Matthew A. Towne and wife Joan of Narragansett, Kenneth E. Towne of North Kingstown, the late Robin L. Towne, and Stephen R. Towne and wife Lee-Ann of Riverside. He also leaves behind eight nieces and nephews and ten great-nieces and great-nephews.

David had many friends in his community.

A graduate of East Providence High School (Class of ‘79) and veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he was an accomplished neon tube bender for more than 25 years.

David loved working with his hands. He could often be found tinkering with clocks and other gadgets, hand-crafting jewelry, and tending to his cactus collection.

He was an avid fisherman who enjoyed Boston sports, auto racing, camping, cooking, and music, especially.

His Services will be private.

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13 Comments

  1. I am so very sorry for your loss. Robin was a dear friend of mine. And I knew she was the only girl with a household of brothers.

    May this promise bring you comfort as it is intended to:
    Acts 24:15 – And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous.

  2. To the Towne Family,
    I’m so sorry to hear of David’s passing. I grew up with David.
    Prayed to all of David’s family and loved ones.

  3. My Best friend for so many yrs. He will always be in my heart and mind. Love ya Bisc

  4. Steve and family,

    Dave was a classmate of the Class of 1979. His fellow mates and friends pass on our condolences and sincerest sympathy to you all. Hhe will be dearly missed by those who remember him and his fellow military mates.

    Rest in peace Dave; ALWAYS A TOWNIE in our hearts.

  5. To Diane ,Samantha an Nicole an all of the Towne family we send our condolences.
    You were our neighbors for a long time so we are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing.

  6. Samantha my most heartfelt condolences to you and your family 🙏

  7. My Condolences to Matt on the loss of your Brother Biscuit and to the entire Towne Family . Rest in Peace my Friend …. 🙏

  8. I’m so sorry for your loss Samantha Orterry Nicole Towne and Diane And and David may you R.I.P.

  9. I’m so sorry for your loss Sam, Kevin and family! 🫂 please take care of each other during these rough times.
    Rip David🙏

  10. My condolences to all of the Towne family

  11. You were quiet and always kind, but you sadly slipped away before anyone got to know you. Missed. (Riverside rules).

  12. Dianne,

    My most sincere condolences.

  13. Our dearest David ,

    You were loved by ALL over here in Warwick. So many still in shock . You never had a foul word for anyone. Please rest easy, we needed you but , God needed you More . I personally will never forget you . You were a brother to me . Just so many good memories I have of you . Thanx Dave .

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