Goulet, Mary Lou (Barry)
Passed away on September 8th surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Galvin) Barry, the wife of Harvey Goulet Jr. for 56 years, the mother of Mary Ann Goulet and Michelle Goulet Wood (James Wood), and the Nana of her three adored grandchildren Jimmy, Mikayla and Victoria Wood. She leaves behind her sister Patricia Barry, sister-in-law Terry Goulet and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Ann (Barry) Mumme, and the sister-in-law of the late Donald Goulet. Born and raised in Pawtucket, she graduated from St. Leo’s School and Sacred Heart High School. Mary Lou worked at American Insulated Wire Corp where she met her husband. After having children, she volunteered at St. Mary’s school where her children and grandchildren attended. She also proudly worked in the Legislative Research office in the Rhode Island State House. Her favorite hobbies included shopping at Filene’s, JC Penney and Macy’s, and gambling at Twin River, Plainridge, or anywhere there was a slot machine. She loved to travel with her family; Ireland, Florida, Cape Cod, but Aruba was her favorite. She was a diehard fan of the Red Sox and Patriots and she never gave up on her team if the game was not over. A very religious woman, she was a Communicant of St. Mary’s in Pawtucket where she also was a Eucharistic Minister and stayed involved and supported any activities related to her parish. In lieu of flowers please send donations in her name to St. Mary’s Church or Meeting Street School.

Goulet Jr. Harvey Eugene,
Joined his wife (of 56 years) in eternal life on September 10th, two days after her passing. Even death could not keep them apart. He was the son of the late Harvey and Anna (Bociek) Goulet Sr., father of Mary Ann Goulet and Michelle Goulet-Wood (James Wood), and the proud Jaju of his beloved grandchildren Jimmy, Mikayla, and Victoria. He leaves behind his sister-in-laws Terry Goulet and Patricia Barry, and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Donald Goulet, and the brother-in-law of the late Ann (Barry) Mumme. In 1961 Harvey began his career at American Insulated Wire Corp where he would go on to meet his wife. He worked there for 40 years and retired in 2001 as the Vice President of Administration. He went on to serve as the Director of Administration for the City of Pawtucket under the late Mayor James Doyle from 2002 to 2011. Harvey proudly served his community as a State Representative for District 75 from 1982 to 1992. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Society of Jacques Cartier, the 5th District Democratic Committee, the State Democratic Committee, a Commissioner on the Pawtucket Housing Authority board and many others. Harvey was born and raised in Pawtucket where he has made a lifetime impression on those who were privileged to know and work with him. A true community leader with the highest moral character, mentoring youth through coaching both Little League baseball and St. Mary’s CYO basketball for over 25 years. He was proud to be called “coach”. He was a Communicant of St. Mary’s Parish in Pawtucket and had been a supporter and involved in any activities related to his parish.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Mr. and Mrs Goulet's Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, September 16th at 11am in St. Mary Church, Pine St., Pawtucket. Burial will be private. Calling hours will now be held TUESDAY, September 15th from 4:00 - 7:00pm at Keefe Funeral Home, Five Higginson Ave., Lincoln. In lieu of flowers please send donations in their memory to St. Mary’s Church or Meeting Street School.