The Heartbreaking Obituary of Rhonda and Aidan Dorgan
The cheers and excitement of a high school hockey game in Pawtucket, RI, were replaced by a silence so heavy it has paralyzed an entire state. On February 16, 2026, what should have been a proud “Senior Night” celebration became the site of a “shattering tragedy.” Rhonda Dorgan, 52, and her son Aidan Dorgan, 23, were taken from us in a senseless act of violence that has left their family and the West Garfield Park community in a state of absolute devastation. At 52, Rhonda was a “beacon of light” to her children, and at 23, Aidan was just beginning to navigate the promise of his adult life. To lose them both in a single, violent moment is a cruelty that defies words, leaving behind a “profound void” in a community that values its family bonds above all else.
Tragedy at the Rink: A Community Mourns Two Cherished Souls Obituary
The details of the shooting at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena serve as a stark and painful reminder of the “unbearable reality” of domestic violence. As families watched their children play, a targeted attack turned a place of joy into a scene of “fathomable darkness.” Rhonda and Aidan Dorgan were the victims of a targeted shooting that also left three other loved ones fighting for their lives in critical condition. This wasn’t just a news headline; this was the loss of a mother who lived for her kids and a brother who was their protector. The “crushing weight” of this loss is felt in every locker room and school hallway in Pawtucket, where the Dorgan name was synonymous with community involvement and support.
A Legacy of Love: Honoring the Memory of the Dorgan Family Obituary
In the wake of this “unimaginable grief,” the Pawtucket community is coming together to ensure that Rhonda and Aidan are remembered for how they lived, not just the “stolen future” that was taken from them. The community is mourning the tragic loss of two cherished members whose spirits were defined by kindness and resilience. While we struggle to understand why such “ruthless violence” touched a youth sports event, we must focus on the “immeasurable love” they shared with those around them. As we prepare for a final, dignified farewell, our prayers remain with Linda, Gerald, and Thomas as they fight to recover. May Rhonda and Aidan’s souls find eternal peace together, and may their family find the strength to navigate this darkest of chapters, held up by the love of a community that will never forget them.