Thomas Edward Lister Jr.
Date of Passing:
Thomas Edward “Eddie” Lister Jr., 75, of Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence.
Born in Pawtucket, Eddie was the beloved son of the late Thomas Edward Lister Sr. and Catherine (Crowley) Lister. He made East Providence his home for the past 50 years, where he built a life in rooted in friendship, dedication and community.
He graduated from LaSalle Academy in Providence and received a BS Degree from Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, FL.
Eddie devoted 37 years of his life as a sales representative in the auto glass industry and 15 years as a Bartender at the RI Convention Center in Providence, retiring in 2023. Known for his welcoming smile and easy going nature, he had a rare gift for making everyone feel comfortable and valued. Whether behind the bar or among friends, Eddie’s kindness and warmth left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
A true sports enthusiast, Eddie was a loyal and passionate New England and Providence College sports fan who enjoyed cheering on his favorite teams. He was an avid golfer and a past member of the Segregansett Country Club.
He was also proud to have served his country as a United States Army Veteran with the 8th Military Police Airborne Company during the Vietnam War, a chapter of life he carried with quiet honor.
Eddie was also a member of the East Providence Athletic Club, East Providence Elks and the RI Police Officer’s Emerald Society.
Eddie is survived by his loving sisters, Debbie Lister of Castle Rock, Colorado, and Karen Lister of Rumford; his nephew Kyle T. Lister and his wife, Kristine Corkum; and his cherished great-niece Harper Bailey Lister, who brought him great joy.
Eddie will be remembered for his genuine kindness, friendly spirit and the smile he always shared with everyone he met.
A Memorial Service will be held in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside, in the Spring on a date and time to be announced. Burial will be held in the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery, Exeter, Rhode Island.
Memorial donations may be sent to the New Englanders Helping Our Veterans web site: NEHOV.org Please note donation in memory of Eddie Lister.
To Debbie, Karen and Family,
Linda and I send our condolences and prayers to all for the passing of Eddie.
May the love of Jesus comfort you during this time.
Shalom,
Allen and Linda Winter
Rest in peace, Eddie! Your infectious personality will be sorely missed! My condolences Debbie.
Eddie, you were always a pleasant smiling face in a crowd. I remember being in a group of people having a real good time with you. Never a dull moment. My condolences to the family. I know you will be missed. We will all meet again in that drinking establishment in the peaceful heavens and toast to each other again. Rest in peace Eddie and God bless.
My sincere condolences to Karen, Debbie and the Lister families.
Eddie always had a story. There weren’t many people I would go to a Celtics game with during the Larry Bird era having no tickets. Eddie, Colin Basler and I went. Eddie called and had 3 comp tickets behind the Celtics bench from the trainer for the Celtics.
RIP my friend !!🙏🏻
It was a great ride !!
R.I.P. EDDIE, Will never forget the night EDDIE, MURRAY, HINEY and ME went to FENWAY PARK to watch the REDSOX.You definitely lived a good life.
Eddie, you were always the life of the party, whether there was four guys just hanging out or 40 people. You were the ultimate cheerleader. A gift of gab, a great smile and a warm handshake. You always had the zest for life.
We’re all heading in your direction. You just got there a little earlier to make arrangements for the big party. I want a seat at the bar.
At one of the many big barrooms in heaven the Angel Hiney is dispensing the libations. One of patrons asks, “why do I now have this little plastic cup in front of my glass”. Hiney: “T. Edward Lister is in the house”. If heaven was a serene quiet place, it ain’t anymore. God bless you Eddie.
Eddy you were such a good friend to many and brought so much joy and laughter to everyone who met you. May you rest in peace.
RIP Eddie you always said that you weren’t here for a long time you were here for a good time! We will miss you and be telling Eddie Lister stories for years
Sad to hear of the passing of my friend , you will be missed !!
Rest in peace Eddie. You were a fun guy to be with. I enjoyed being your CYO adviser and coach at Sacred Heart School. Many a good stories. My condolences to Debbie and Karen
Ed was a loving son , brother , uncle and friend to all . He was a
proud veteran and LaSalle man .
T Edward was always willing to give a partner a golf tip .He then proceeded to hit his ball into the
nearest woods ,water or sand trap !
We were all winners to have known him , especially at the nineteenth hole .
RIP Eddie .
Eddie,
RIP cousin. Thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Your love of life was contagious and your light shined brightly
Love
John & Kim Crowley
To his sisters our deepest condolences are extended. There was never a dull moment when Eddie was around! We always enjoyed our time together whether we were in EP or in Newport! Many happy St. Patrick’s celebrations were had.
Having known Eddie from my elementary school years, I honestly can’t think of a time when he wasn’t wearing his welcoming smile. My deepest sympathy to Debbie and Karen.
I’ve known or known of Eddie as long as I can remember. T. Edward Lister, larger than life for a kid my age. He was a close friend of my father’s throughout the years. A friendship he bestowed on my brother and myself before and after our father’s passing. He would ask about and tell stories about Murray, a name only a close friend would call my dad. “Get everyone” would come out of his mouth religiously when amongst friends. He was a man that would give you the shirt off his back, literally. There will never be another Eddie Lister and for everyone that never knew him, I’m sorry. May the road rise to meet you, Eddie, and the wind always be upon your back and until we meet again may God hold you in his hands.
Very sad to hear of the passing of my old friend Eddie Lister. My sincerest condolences to his immediate family and many friends. We went to Sacred Heart School and La Salle Academy together and I have many memories of Eddie and all of them in a good light. Rest in peace my old friend.
Karen and Debby, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Eddie was a great family friend and will be missed and remembered by all..
Jerry &Jill Dorr
Eddie, from the first grade at SHS through high school at LSA and in between with Boy Scouts Troop 29, CYO, caddying at Metacomet, shooting hoops in your backyard on 5th Street and many summer days at Scarborough/Olivo’s your smart, charismatic fun personality came through. You never met or knew a stranger making friends everywhere through life. 🙏🏼RIP old friend.
RIP Eddie. We had so many good times together; you will be missed. My condolences to the entire family.
Karen and family my condolences, Eddy was always a gentleman! I had some laughs when I would see him! RIP my friend
Karen and family
John and I are very sorry for your loss
Sending prayers 🙏🏻
Rest in peace my friend and thanks for all the laughs and great times we shared The memories always make me smile
Eddie was a character. Always enjoyed hanging out, whether at PC games or at the hot club way back
In the 80’s. A true gentleman.
Rest easy my friend.
Rest in peace.
Rest in peace
You deserve it.
Rest in peace. You deserve it.
Eddie, one of my best friends for…55 years! “You ,me and Tommy T”. I have so many Eddie Lister stories and they will live on… seldom are there that have as many friends, that love people as you, the mayor of East Providence, I used to say. A true Irishman: loves to sing, talk and tells stories.
May you rest in peace my friend.
Eddie Old Friend…. you leave me with some sadness but mostly with a smile… Many are the days we shared a laugh in our long EP Childhood. Sacred Heart School, Altar Boys, Boy Scouts, caddying at Metacomet, going through La Salle, maybe once or twice visiting Phillips Street Hall!! We were friends, our parents were friends, through your Uncle Howie and Aunt Ann we were extended family. Be at Peace, keep your smile and may we meet again at another place and time. John L
R.I.P. cousin ED you will be missed.
Cousin Eddie, where to begin. Always a party on the fly with Eddie, my friends called him an EP legend!! Whether it was at Houlihan’s having Eddie grab the mic while our band was playing or cheering on NCAA and pro football at Challengers, Eddie was ready for a good time and made us all laugh harder. He always loved talking about the many Christmas party’s at 120 Bradford Ave back in the day. His Uncle Joe (Joe Crowley) loved his nephew and would say “Eddie, the world is your oyster!”
So many great times and stories, a good and kind guy. Rest in peace Eddie, thank you for your friendship. Your cuz, David….
RIP Eddie, a guy always with a Big smile and happy go lucky dispo. I’m glad I met and knew you.
Thoughts and prayers to your loving family.
I will never forget the good times working together as Union bartenders at Rhode Island convention center He was the life of the party and will be well missed 🍀🍀🍀 by all
Debbie and Karen, I am sorry to hear of Eddy’s passing, always a smile and warm greeting from Fast Eddie, he will be missed.
Rest in peace Eddie! Remember our years at LaSalle and the fun and crazy days caddying at Metacomet. My thoughts and prayers for your sisters and the rest of the family.
Rest in peace Eddie. You were always a good guy and a lot of fun to caddy with Metacomet. Thanks for being a good person. Billy S
Rest in peace, Eddie. I appreciate the smile you brought me each of the many times we connected from our CYO basketball games to an event at the Convention Center. Thank you, Eddie.
Debbie and Karen So sorry for the loss of Eddie he will be missed. RIP Ed!🙏
Rest in peace Eddie. You were a character who totaly enjoyed life. It was always a good time when you were at our family functions. We will.miss you. Your cousin Paul