Platt, Veronica H., (Chisholm), 85, of Atria Bay Spring Village, Bay Spring Avenue, died peacefully on August 16, 2016. She was the wife of the late Jefferson Randolph Platt, who was a direct descendent of Thomas Jefferson.

Born in Providence, a daughter of the late William T. and Catherine (McGarty) Chisholm, she lived in Barrington for 13 years previously residing in North East Harbor, ME.

Mrs. Platt was a teacher at Shea High School, Pawtucket for many years. She was a graduate of Providence College.

She is survived by a brother, Vincent J. Chisholm of Barrington and several nieces and nephews. She was sister of the late William Chisholm and Donald Chisholm.

A private Committal Service and burial was held in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Contributions in Veronica’s memory to the Carmelite Monastery, 25 Watson Avenue, Barrington, RI, 02806 would be deeply appreciated.