A beloved son, father, and brother, Rory Allen DeShaies, 66, of Johnston passed away peacefully at home on February 2nd, 2024. Born October 6th, 1957, he was the beloved son of Roberta (Bobbi) Rivelli of Johnston and the late Robert DeShaies, Sr. He is survived by his only son Rory Michael DeShaies of Johnston; three sisters, Renee Authier of North Providence, Roberta DeShaies of Melbourne, Florida, and Denise Spaziano of North Providence; and three brothers, Edgar DeShaies of Columbia, James DeShaies of Johnston, and Robert Gaudreau of Las Vegas, NV. He was predeceased by two brothers, Robert DeShaies Jr., and Anthony DeShaies.
A devoted son and father, he was handsome, smart, and very talented. A loving and caring man, he had a great sense of humor with a self-deprecating style and was known for his joking around and making others laugh and feel at home in his company.
After high school, he attended and graduated from the Arthur Angelo School of Hair Design, which began his long and illustrious career in the beauty and hair care industry. He was an award-winning Certified Master Colorist/Stylist at Elle & Co. Salon, specializing in all aspects of hair design. He was a three time, award-winning stylist and colorist: in 1986 for free-style hair cutting; in 1990 for haircutting and coloring; in 2004 for the International Color Conference. From 1990 until 1995 he held the position of Artistic Director for Rome's Tocco Magico hair color. From 1999 until 2003 he was color director for Dellaria Salons. He also performed as a platform artist for Redken, ABA Hair Care, Image Labs, Tocco Magico, and Dellaria Salons.
His work and style eventually earned him the esteemed recognition by Colorton, of which he was very proud. His impeccable taste and style brought him to the world of beauty pageants, winning him the prestigious 'Mr. Atlantic Award' where he captured the categories of Best Dressed, Most Photogenic, and Mr. Congeniality. Rory’s personality and talent brought him much success and notoriety as he cultivated a very devoted, decades-long following and client base. He was the sole proprietor of his own hair salon, Ecosensual Salon in Providence, for many years.
When he wasn’t working, he loved to be with his family and relax near the water enjoying both salt- and fresh-water fishing. He also enjoyed music of every genre, but his favorites were old-school disco and modern pop. His artistic talents expanded to the kitchen as well, as he loved to bake breads of all kinds.
A true artist, father, and friend, he was loved by many by whom he'll be sorely missed but fondly remembered. May he rest in eternal peace until we meet again.
Relatives & friends are cordially invited to attend Visitation & Services for Rory on Friday, February 9th, from 4:00 until 6:00p.m. at the Berarducci Home, corner of Grove & Knight Streets in historic Federal Hill, Providence, RI. Burial will be respectfully private.
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