Jeffery P. DeVito, 33, of Warwick, Rhode Island, died unexpectedly on Dec. 20.  He was the son of Pat and Pattie DeVito of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Old Saybrook.  Jeff was a talented artist and a licensed cosmetologist and barber who had worked in several Rhode Island salons. He loved to cook and tell stories. His smile was huge, his laugh was infectious, and his big brown eyes were warm and loving. Jeff will be truly missed by his family and friends who love him with all of their hearts and souls.

Besides his parents, he is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Melissa and Chris Alekna of Richmond, Rhode Island, and his partner Steve Ryan and their dog Gunney of Warwick, Rhode Island.  He is also survived by his Aunt Mary, his Uncle Arthur, and his cousins, Alex and Becky, of Pennsylvania, as well as his Aunt Margaret and his cousin Steven of Massachusetts.

A wake will be held at the Swan Funeral Home, 1224 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook, on Thursday, Dec. 27, from 5 to 8 p.m.  A short service will be held immediately following the wake. Please visit www.swanfuneralhomeoldsaybrook.com to leave an online tribute or condolence.