Jonathan “Jon” A. Tierney, age 45 of Riverside, RI, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 with his wife by his side. He was the loving husband of Melissa (Coccia) Tierney who he was with for ten years and married on April 1, 2017. Since day one, they remained by each other’s side always being there for each other through the ups and downs. Born in Providence, he was the son of Raymond Tierney and the late Linda (Iarocci) Tierney.
Jon was a singer and songwriter who learned from a young age how to play the guitar from his father. Together, they toured, sang at church, and released a Christian music album. He continued the tradition by teaching his nephews how to play so they can bring the joy of music to others the way he did. Jon also worked as support help for men with developmental disabilities at several group homes in RI for over 15 years. He had a great personality and could always make you laugh.
Besides his wife, he leaves behind his father Raymond Tierney and his wife Diane, his sister Heather Paiva and her husband Steven of Rehoboth and his brother Eevon Tierney and his wife Erica of Swansea, MA. He also leaves his nana Dorothy Fall Tierney of Swansea, six nieces and nephews, Nadia Alves, Steven Paiva Jr., Sophia Paiva, Nicholas Paiva, Ajaiyah Paiva, and Nyasia Paiva, several extended family members, friends and countless brothers and sisters in the Providence music family. He was such a blessing to all the lives he touched. His loss will be felt by everyone who had the privilege of knowing and loving him and his voice will stay alive in our hearts forever.
A private memorial services will be held due to current restrictions. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to His Providence Church, 262 Swansea Mall Drive, Swansea, MA 02777. To leave a note of condolence, www.wilbur-romano.com
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