Joseph F. “Joe B” Belanger, 76, of Riverside, died Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at Hope Hospice in Providence. 

He was the husband of Carol (DeSpirito) Belanger; they were married for over 48 years.

He was born in Brooklyn, NY.

Joe B was a self-employed carpenter, who built campgrounds for many years.

He was a veteran of the US Army.

Joe B had been a Riverside resident for the last 18 years, coming from Warren.

He was the past President of the Italian American Club in Warren, and was also a 3^rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 379 of Bristol.

He was a former member of the Warren Grange.

Joe B Loved to travel, go camping, and fish and hunt.

Joe B loved woodworking and made custom birdhouses with great detail.

His family would like to thank Hope Hospice Nurses and Can’s for their help with him, and also the Gardiner and Manchester families for helping support him throughout the years.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his sister Gail Moakler and her husband Dr. John W. Moakler of Barrington; and his sister-in-law Marie Russian of Barrington.

Joe B was also survived by many nieces and nephews ,who he loved.

He was the brother of the late Richard Belanger, John Belanger, Russell Harriman, Raymond Gardiner and also Claire Eldhart.

Joe B was the brother-in-law of the late Bernard Russian 

His funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 5:30 pm at Smith Funeral and Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren RI. 

Burial will be private.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours are Wednesday from 3 to 6 pm.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be sent to Hope Hospice,1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904, or to a charity of your choice.

See www.wjsmithfh.com.