Rhode Island Obituaries

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/28/08

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Concorde M (Ledoux) Lachance - Fall River, MA

(11/28/08) Concorde M. (Ledoux) Lachance, 93, of County St. Fall River, widow of Albert R. Lachance, died Thursday, November 27, 2008. A graduate of Jesus Mary Academy, she was employed by the former Tru...

Gunter K Neumann - West Warwick, RI

(11/25/08) Neumann, Gunter K., 76, of Raven Way West Warwick, passed away Tuesday November 25th, at the Rhode Island Hospital. He was a devoted husband to Anita (Nicolaysen) Neumann. Born in Germany he was the...

Highfill, Mrs. Anna M. (Gencarelli)

Anna M. (Gencarelli) Highfill, of Links Passage, Westerly, died peacefully at her home on Nov. 26, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Westerly on May 30, 1924, Anna was the daughter of the late Cosmo D. and Carmella (Minnie) Gencarelli. In addition to her husband of 56 years, Thomas W Highfill, she is survived by her three daughters and their husbands, Nancy and John Socha, Christine and Mark Kepple and Stacy and Nicholas Stahl and her six grandchildren, Christopher Kepple of Mystic, Aaron Socha of…

Irene M Plante - Johnston, RI

(11/28/08) Plante, Irene M., 82, of Johnston, died November 27, 2008 at Roberts Health Center. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Emile and Anna (Cadigan) Plante. She leaves a sister, Pearl J...

LOUISE M PALAZZO - Cranston, RI

(11/28/08) PALAZZO, LOUISE M. (Lepore) 88 of Roland Ave. passed away November 27, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife for 61 years of th...

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/24/08

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Andrade, Evelyn

ANDRADE, EVELYN, 90, formerly of Unity Avenue, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2008 in Waterview Villa Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Anthony Andrade. Born in East Providence, she was the daughter of the late John P. and Adelaide (Azevedo) Faria. Evelyn was the Owner and Operator of Evelyn's Beauty Salon on Warren Avenue in East Providence for thirty five years retiring in 1983. She was also the hairstylist at Perry/McStay Funeral Home for many years. She was a communicant of St. Francis…

Beckwith, Raymond F.

BECKWITH, RAYMOND F., 86, of Franklin Avenue died Thursday at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of the late Ella Beckwith. Father of Sandra Beckwith, Norma Fridenti and the late David Beckwith. Grandfather of 5, great grandfather of four. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in The Butterfield Chapel, 500 Pontiac Avenue. Cranston. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to service (9:00-10:00am) Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery Johnston. Kindly omit flowers. Donations to…

Brennan, Anna M. (Flaherty)

Anna M. (Flaherty) Brennan of Main Street, Ashaway, passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, at The Westerly Hospital. She was the wife of the late Richard F. Brennan. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Celia Flaherty. She was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul in Bradford. She is survived by a daughter, Andrea D. Brennan of Ashaway. She was predeceased by a sister, Kathryn C. Flaherty. There will be no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Vincent…

Dannecker, Janet Louise (Gillen)

DANNECKER, JANET LOUISE (GILLEN), 56, of Burgess Road, died Friday, November 21, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of Russell Charles Dannecker. Born in Newport on April 29, 1952, she was a daughter of Eleanor Louise (Popple) Gillen of Williamsburg, VA and the late Charles Edward Gillen, Jr. She resided in Foster for twenty five years. Mrs. Dannecker was a graduate of RI College, a former teacher for Captain Isaac Paine Elementary School in Foster, past president of the Foster Town Council, an…

Dubord, Nancy (Castigliego)

DUBORD, NANCY (CASTIGLIEGO), age 88, of 50 Monroe Ave, Bristol, died Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at the Warren Health Care & Rehab Center in Warren. She was the wife of the late Roger O. Dubord. Born in Bristol, RI and a lifelong resident. A daughter of the late Gaetano and Anna (Armillotto) Castigliego. She worked for Converse Rubber Co., Collins & Aikmen formerly in Bristol and Well Made Dress formerly in Warren. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and a member of the Rosary…

ELDA I VICARIO - Cranston, RI

(11/24/08) VICARIO, ELDA I. (Carcieri) 81, passed away Sunday November 23, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the devoted wife of the late Vincent F. Vicario. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Angelo...

Fallon, Pauline F. (Shanley)

FALLON, PAULINE F. (SHANLEY), 80, of Bowood St., Center Valley, PA. died Friday at St. Luke Hospital in Quakertown, PA. She was the wife of the late John H. Fallon. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Henry C. and Lena F. (Murphy) Shanley, she was a West Warwick resident for 18 years before moving to Pennsylvania in 2004. Mrs Fallon was a binder for Dome Publishing for 8 years before retiring in 1995. She also worked for Providence Business Forms. She leaves 3 sons, George and William Brown both of…

Feole, Battastina (DiDino)

FEOLE, BATTASTINA 'BETTY' (DiDINO), 93, of Sherwood Ave., North Providence, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. She was the wife of the late Antonio Feole. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Emilia (Feole) DiDino. She was the devoted mother of Leo Feole and Carmino Feole, both of Cranston, Emilio Feole and John Feole, both of Providence, Stephen Feole of Scituate, Rita Perrotti, Olga Nicastro and Eva Martin, all of North Providence;…

Granata, Joseph B.

GRANATA, JOSEPH B., 'RED', 77, of Marine Avenue, died Friday at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Jennie (DeVincenzo) Granata. They were married for fifty-six years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Joseph F. and Rachel (Murphy) Granata, he lived in Warwick for many years, previously living in Providence. Joe served his country proudly in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict, assigned to the 102nd Air Squadron while stationed in Libya, North Africa. Upon his…

Irving, Gladys E. (Gammon)

IRVING, GLADYS E. (GAMMON), 78, of Scituate Vista Dr., passed away while surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of the late Joseph M. and Annie E. (Scott) Gammon. Gladys, a resident of Cranston most of her life, was employed in the jewelry industry for several years. She was a graduate of Cranston East High School and the Sawyer Travel School. She was the mother of Raymond Irving of…

Jane A (Dickerman) Orsini - Narragansett, RI

(11/24/08) Jane A. (Dickerman) Orsini, 70, of Ocean Road, died Sunday November 16 at home. Born in Lehighton, PA, she was a daughter of the late Walter Dickerman and Roberta (Dennis) Daigneault. She had...

Joan V (Beaupre) Hickey - Fall River, MA

(11/24/08) obituary: Joan Hickey / with photo for: Tuesday, November 25 Joan V. (Beaupre) Hickey, 66, of Old Bedford Rd., Westport, wife of Daniel J. Hickey, died Sunday, November 23, 2008. ...

Keegan, Muriel M. (Arnold)

KEEGAN, MURIEL M., (ARNOLD), 79, of Killingly Street, died Saturday at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of the late Albert P. Keegan. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Wheaton and Marion (Stewart) Arnold, she lived in Providence most of her life. Mrs. Keegan was an assembler for the R.N. Koch Jewelry Company for twenty-five years, retiring in 1991. Muriel was a daily communicant of Saint Anthony Church, Providence, for many years. She leaves two daughters, Kathleen A. Santagata, and her…

Keenan, Elizabeth

KEENAN, ELIZABETH, 89, of the Wampanoag Trail died Monday, November 17, 2008 in the Evergreen House Nursing home. A longtime Rumford resident she was a daughter of the late Francis and Marghretta (Lennon) Gilbane. She leaves her children: Garrett, Kathleen, Edward, William and Paul as well as her sister and her husband: Marghretta G. Hogan and Dr. John F. Hogan and 9 grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Mary McGowan, Helen Gorman and Francis Gilbane. The funeral and burial was private. Donations in…

Kelliher, Edna S. Betty (Swanson)

KELLIHER, EDNA S. 'BETTY (SWANSON), 95, of the Villa Del Rio Apartments in Warwick and most recently a resident of the Scallop Shell Nursing Center in South Kingston passed away on November 20th at the South County Hospital. She was the daughter of the late August and Matilda Swanson, and wife to the late Edward W. Kelliher. She was born in Providence but had lived in Warwick for the past 50 years. In 1987 she retired as a travel agent from the Church Travel Agency after spending over 50 years in the…

Langton, Anna J.

LANGTON, ANNA J., 93, formerly of Charlesgate Apartments died Saturday at Mt St Rita Health Center in Cumberland where she had been lovingly cared for for the past four years. She was the wife of the late Austin Langton. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Edwin and Sarah (McLaughlin) McMaugh, she was a life long Providence resident. She was a former member of the Charlesgate East Association and the St Raymonds Leisure Group. She leaves 2 daughters; Helen M. Croke and her husband Richard of East…

Latos, Joan M. (Demopulos)

Levin, Barry S.

LEVIN, BARRY S., 56, of 132 Council Rock Rd., died Saturday at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Nancy (Schreiber) Levin. Born in Providence, a son of Harold and Rita (Greenberg) Levin of Pawtucket, he had lived in Cranston for 26 years. He was a former Associate Director of Human Resources for the State of RI until 2001. He was a graduate of URI. Barry was a member of the Board of Directors of RI Credit Union for 30 years and a former member of Kirkbrae Country Club. Devoted father of…

Medas, Robert J.

MEDAS, ROBERT J., of Attleboro, died on Saturday. Husband of the late Mildred Esther (Hagar) Medas. Family members include his daughter: Donna J. Medas Patton and her husband, Max J. Patton, and a grandson: Jared Patton all of Exeter, RI. For complete obituary, service arrangements, directions and an on-line register book visit www.dyer-lakefuneralhome.com. (508) 695-0200.

Nancy (Ripa) Sweetser - Newport, RI

(11/24/08) Nancy Ripa Sweetser, died of cancer on November 22, 2008 at her home in New York City. She was 62. Born in Newport, RI on March 1, 1946, she was the daughter of Sebastian F. Lefty Ripa and the late...

Plouffe, Victoria

PLOUFFE, VICTORIA, 77, of Dunnellon, FL, formerly of Coventry, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the West Marion Hospital in Ocala, FL. She was the beloved wife of 52 years to Robert Plouffe. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was a daughter of the late Nicholas and Antoline (Puchalski) Fischer-Rywacki. Victoria enjoyed collecting dolls, cooking, playing cards and raising her family. Besides her husband, she leaves her children, Kathleen A. Greene and her husband Douglas of Greer, SC, Theresa L. Bullock and…

Provoyeur, Lucien J.

PROVOYEUR, LUCIEN J. (RET.) PPD, 84, formerly of Johnston, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2008 at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston. He was the husband of the late Dorothy (Lemieux) Provoyeur. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Adolphe and Angele (Martinetty) Provoyeur. Mr. Provoyeur was a WW-II U.S. Army Veteran. He was a Providence Police Officer for 25 years, before retiring in 1971. He is survived by his children, Roseann Amore of North Providence, Joan Provoyeur of Warwick, Karen Paglio of…

Purizaca, Demetrio M.

PURIZACA, DEMETRIO M., 97, of Varnum Avenue, died Friday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of the late Maria Brigida Purizaca. Born in Piura, Peru, he was a son of the late Casimiro and Simona Purizaca. Mr. Purizaca was a musician in the Peruvian Navy. He is survived by four children Demetrio R., Eufemia, Rina, and Ana; twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Wednesday, at 8:00am from the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 331 Smith St.,…

Silva, Maria Merces

SILVA, MARIA MERCES, 63, of Bellevue Ave., died Saturday evening, Nov. 22, 2008 at the Linn Health Care Center, East Providence. She was the wife of the late Jorge M. Silva. Born June 16, 1945 in Terceira, Azores, she was a daughter of the late Carlos Sousa Cardoso and Margarida J. Maia. Mrs. Silva was a member of the Amigos de Terceira. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Carlos J. and Celia Silva of Rumford and Richard and Brianne Silva of Orlando, FL and her grandchildren, Brandon and…

Smith, Maureen H. (McLeroy)

Smith Jr., Joseph F.

Spring, Edward Charles

SPRING, EDWARD CHARLES. Age 94, died Sunday, November 9, 2008 at the Treasure Coast Hospice in Fort Pierce, FL. Born November 7, 1914 in Hartford, CT, he moved to the Treasure Coast in 1975, moving to Port St. Lucie, FL in 1996 from Stuart, FL. He had been the Resident Director of Bradley Hospital in Rhode Island, the first Children's Psychiatric hospital in the world. He was involved in the original research under grants from the National Institutes of Health on the 'Acting Out Child'. He…

Sweeney Sr., Dennis A.

SWEENEY, DENNIS A., SR., 'BOSCO', 62, of Main Street, West Warwick, died on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the husband of Carol (Connolly) Sweeney. Born in Providence, a son of the late Edward E. Sweeney, Sr. and Helen F. (Moriarty) Sweeney, he lived in Warwick before moving to West Warwick 15 years ago. Mr. Sweeney was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War era, and served on the U.S.S. Boston. He was a member of American Legion Post # 2 in West…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/22/08

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Amaral Jr., Sylvester

AMARAL, SYLVESTER, JR., died on November 20, 2008 at his home surrounded by his family. He leaves his beloved wife of 46 years, Elaine (Taylor) and five children, sons Sylvester III, Michael, Stephen, Jonathan and daughter Jennifer and their families. He was a proud grandfather to 13. He also leaves behind his brothers James, Peter, Wayne and his sister Vanessa and their families. He was the son of the late Elizabeth (Fagundes) and Sylvester Amaral and the stepson of the late Wayne Purnell. He grew up in…

Aubin, Mary L. (Armstrong)

Mary L. (Armstrong) Aubin, 51, of Pierce Road, Preston, Conn., died Friday morning at her home. She was born April 10, 1957 in Willimantic, the daughter of the late George L. and Dorothy (Alvord) Armstrong Jr. In February of 1990, she was married to Robert Aubin in Old Mystic, Conn. He survives her. Mrs. Aubin received her Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Connecticut State College. She worked at the Veranda Caf� in Foxwoods Casino. She also lived in Tennessee for 11 years before moving back to the area.…

Barnes, James C.

BARNES, JAMES C., 67, of Governor St., Providence peacefully passed away on Nov.19, 2008 in Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. Born in Okmulgee, OK; A son of Anna (Thompson) Barnes and the late Marcus C. Barnes. He was the father of Deborah A. Bell, Donna Barnes, Darlene Bickham, Deanna Barnes, Lisa Balcom, Rhonda Turner, Sidney Kopoian, Cheryl Randall, Tia Barnes, James C. Barnes, Jr., and Korinne Erikson. He was the brother of Shirley Reed, Marcus L., Curtis, Jean, and Karen Barnes. He is survived by a host…

Burke, Phyllis P.

BURKE, PHYLLIS P. (HAGGARTY), November 19, 2008. Residence: Lynn, MA, a native of North Kingstown. Daughter of the late J. Francis and Elfrieda (Weindel) Haggarty. Beloved mother, grandmother, and aunt. Loving sister of Arlene Gardner of North Kingstown. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 11:00 a.m. in St. Bernard Church, Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery, East Greenwich. Calling hours respectfully omitted. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org

Capraro Jr., Frank T.

CAPRARO, FRANK T. JR., 75 of Warwick passed away November 20, 2008 at Kent County Hospital. He was the husband of Sharon Pamela Capraro. Born in Providence a son of the late Francesco and Rose (Gentile) Capraro. Mr. Capraro was an employee of RIPTA as a para transit for the handicapped. He was a Korean Navy Veteran. He was the father of Cheryl Altieri, and the late Frank Anthony Capraro. Grandfather of Jaclyn Altieri Murphy and Joseph Frank Altieri. Brother of Thomas E. Capraro, Lillian DiMaio, Viola…

Connors, James K.

CONNORS, JAMES K., 59, resident of Kissimmee FL, formerly of Oakland, RI, Died November 17, 2008 in Kissimmee FL. Husband of Suzanne (Herpels) Connors. Born in Providence RI, son of the late William & Rita (Heatherman) Connors. Jim worked for the State of RI Dept of Youth & Family for 18 years. He and Suzanne were foster parents for over 54 foster children. Survivors include children, Lt. John, Donald, Laura, Brandon, and Robert Connors, Raymond Strickland, Mark, Craig, Alan, and Sheila Shepherd,…

Cournoyer, Normand R.

COURNOYER, NORMAND R., 77, of Errol Street, Warwick, died on Friday, November 21, 2008 at Coventry Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Coventry. He was the husband of Helen E. (Young) Cournoyer. Born in Woonsocket, the son of the late Rodolphe N. and Alice N. (Genereux) Cournoyer, he lived in Coventry before moving to Warwick in 1986. He was an Army veteran, and a member of Maurice Pion Chapter # 17, Disabled American Veterans, in West Warwick. He was a member of INSIGHT, and a friend of Bill W. He…

Coyne, Thomas J.

COYNE, THOMAS J., 90, of New Meadow Road, Barrington, passed away on November 19, 2008 at Atria Bay Spring Village. He was the husband of Roberta (Connolly) Coyne. A native of South Providence and a 1938 alumnus of Central High School, Tom lived in Barrington since 1961. An Army Veteran of World War II, he served with the Coast Artillery and with the First Army in the Battle of the Bulge and European Theatre. After being honorably discharged, Tom graduated from Boston University in 1949, and began a career…

Delisle, Jean E.

DELISLE, JEAN E., 79, of North Providence, died peacefully at home on Thursday. He was the husband of the late Yvette L. (Bisson) Delisle. Born in Manville, he was a son of the late Eugene and Florence (Dupont) Delisle. Until his retirement in 1990 he was employed as an oil burner service technician for the former Berard Oil Co. Mr. Delisle was a Korean War Army veteran and a recipient of the Bronze Star Medal. He is survived by his son Raymond N. Delisle of Lincoln, his daughters Constance F. Delisle of…

Evans, Richard A.

EVANS, RICHARD A., CHIEF PETTY OFFICER USN RET., 79, a long time resident of East Greenwich died November 21, 2008. He was the husband of the late Thelma R. (Brown) Evans. Born in South Berwick, ME he was a son of the late William and Mary (Kirkwood) Evans. After many years in the furniture business, Mr. Evans retired as manager for the former Harold's Wholesale Furniture. He is survived by a daughter, Diana L. Brown and grandchildren, Heather Pierson and Todd Brown. He was the father of the late…

Faraone, Gerosita

FARAONE, GEROSITA, 98, formerly of Providence and Garland Ave., Cranston, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2008 at St. Joseph Living Center in Providence. Born in Providence she was the beloved daughter of the late Fiorenzo and Assunta (Renzi) Faraone. Miss Faraone was a secretary for various companies most of her life and worked for the City of Providence Department of Elderly Affairs for eight years before retiring in 1995. She was a member of The Daughters of Isabella. She was the dear sister of…

Fowler, Virginia

FOWLER, VIRGINIA, 85, of Cahir Street, died on November 20, 2008 in Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. She was the wife of the late Stinson Fowler. Born in Rowan Ct., NC; A daughter of the late Steady Sims and the late Ruby (Walker) Johnson. She was the mother of Betty Pleasants and Edjohnetta Miller. She had 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St.Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 445 Elmwood Ave. Calling hour in the church Tuesday 10-11…

Gannon, Anna D. (Colaneri)

GANNON, ANNA D. (COLANERI), 81, of Scituate Ave. Cranston passed away Wednesday November 19, 2008 at RI Hospital Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late John L. Gannon, Ret. P.F.D. She was born in Providence a daughter of the late Michael and Carmina (Picerne) Colaneri. Anna is survived by her loving children, Carol Zompa of Smithfield, Mary Hassell of Scituate, James Gannon of Greenville, her sister Josephine Santoro of North Providence. She was also the cherished grandmother of Marissa Martin of…

Henry Marchant Dudley - Bristol, RI

(11/22/08) Henry Marchant March Dudley, age 86, died peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2008 in Naples, FL after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years Marilyn P. Dudley, who died in Ju...

Jean E Delisle - North Providence, RI

(11/21/08) Jean E. Delisle, 79, of North Providence, died peacefully at home on Thursday. He was the husband of the late Yvette L. (Bisson) Delisle. Born in Manville, he was a son of the late Eugene and Floren...

Jefferson Jr., Robert E.

JEFFERSON, ROBERT E., JR., 58, of Cocoa, FL died on November 18, 2008. He was born on August 7, 1950 in Plainfield, NJ. He was employed as a truck driver for several companies. He is survived by Mary Jefferson, his daughters Sadiga Jefferson of Providence and Aisha Jefferson of Woonsocket, a granddaughter Nyah Ives, 5 brothers and 5 sisters of New Jersey. Private Calling Hours will be held Saturday 4-6 p.m. Arrangements by Bell Funeral Home.

Krieger, Janet M.

KRIEGER, JANET M., age 84 of Cranston, RI passed away on October 31, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. She was born on April 4, 1924 in Norwich, CT to the late Benjamin and Rose (Millner) Krieger. She leaves behind five nephews and four nieces. She was a loving and devoted aunt. She is also survived by a brother and a sister. She is predeceased by two brothers. A graveside service was held on November 3, 2008 at Brothers of Joseph Cemetery in Preston, CT. Church and Allen Funeral Home in Norwich assisted…

Marshall "Mac" A McClard - Woonsocket, RI

(11/22/08) Woonsocket Marshall A. Mac McClard, 60, of Oregon Avenue died unexpectedly Thursday, November 20, 2008 at St. Marys Hospital, Passaic, NJ. He was the beloved husband of Mary L. (Basiliere) McClar...

Marshall, Elizabeth G.

MARSHALL, ELIZABETH G. 'BETTY', 91, of Kingstown Road, Peace Dale, died Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at Scallop Shell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was raised in Boston, where she met and married her love, Arthur Marshall who died in 1980. Born in Worcester, MA, Betty was the only child of the late Stephen J. and Theresa (Grogan) Bradshaw. Together they raised their loving children, John A. Marshall and his wife Andrea of Narragansett, Nancy Marshall Hardendorf and her husband David of…

Mary E (Waldron) McSoley - Providence, RI

(11/22/08) Mary E. McSoley (Waldron), 90 of Linden Street, Fairfax, Va. Died Thursday at the Fairfax Hospital. She was the wife of the late Charles J. McSoley. Born in Central Falls, a daughter of the late J...

Morin, Lionel A.

MORIN, LIONEL A., 90, of Tanglewood Dr. and formerly of Wood St., passed away Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the Golden Crest Nursing Center, North Providence. He was the husband of Carmen S. (Dehenne) Morin for 62 yrs. Born in Sanford, ME., he was a son of the late Laurent & Elmire (Roussin) Morin. Lionel was employed in the Art Department at Quonset Point NAS for 30 years, retiring in 1974. He was a Sgt in the Army Air Corp during WWII serving in the European Theater where he received the Bronze Star.…

Muscatelli Jr., Ralph L.

MUSCATELLI, RALPH L., JR., 86, of 15 Judith Ave., Narragansett passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at South County Hospital, Wakefield. He was the former husband of the late Philomena F. (Siconio) Muscatelli. He was born in Johnston a son of the late Raffael and Domenica (Martinelli) Muscatelli. He lived most of his adult life in Cranston and for the past several years in Narragansett next door to his niece and her family, Donna (Starziano) and Kenneth DiCicco. He was a WW II Navy Veteran, having…

Nerek, Stella V. (Wieczorek)

NEREK, STELLA V. (WIECZOREK), 95, of Warwick, died Thursday, November 20, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the wife of the late Theodore J. Nerek Born in New Bedford, MA she lived in Warwick for 55 years. She was the beloved mother of Theodore W. and Lois A. Nerek both of Warwick. Sister of Al Guzeika and the late Pearl Gecawicz, Sally McDonough, Agnes Armstrong, Henry and Joe Guzeika. Her funeral will be held Monday at 9 am from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave. with a Mass of…

Pannone, Evelyn V.

PANNONE, EVELYN V., 87, of Tomahawk Court, died Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Raymond Pannone. Mr. and Mrs. Pannone celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on September 28, 2008. She was the devoted mother of Maureen E. DiPetrillo and her husband Edward of Smithfield and Gary R. Pannone and his wife Ellyn of East Greenwich and a loving Nana to her grandchildren, Christopher and his wife Colleen, Jason, Jonathan and Bethany. Born in Providence she was a daughter…

Paterra, Irene R. (Palagi)

PATERRA, IRENE R. (PALAGI), 101, of Providence, died Thursday. She was the wife of the late John J. Paterra. They had been married for 52 years. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Georgia (Borelli) Palagi. She was raised and educated in Attleboro, MA, and moved to Providence in 1936 where she was married and lived until her death. Ms. Paterra graduated from Bryant & Stratton College and worked as the business manager of the J.J. Paterra & Company Offices of Providence…

Pippert, Lilias (Robertson)

PIPPERT LILIAS (ROBERTSON) 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Lincoln, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, Nov 18th 2008 after a brief illness. Born in Cleveland, Ohio she was the daughter of William Moore Robertson and Lilias (Fraser) Robertson and the sister of John, Elizabeth and Eleanor. A social worker and lifelong advocate of social justice, Lilias received her Master of Science in Social Administration from Western Reserve University, where she met her husband, Walter, with whom she completed…

Sanford, Margaret Eleanor (Merrifield)

SANFORD, MARGARET ELEANOR (MERRIFIELD), 87, of Warwick passed away on Thursday, November 20. She was the loving wife for fifty-two years of the late Thomas W. Sanford who died in 2000. She was born in Arlington, MA and lived in various locations in Massachusetts before moving to Providence in the late 1920s. She was a resident of Warwick for the last 48 years. Margaret was the daughter of the late Everett E. and Margaret A. (Keane) Merrifield and the twin of the late Everett B. Merrifield Jr. and his late…

Santos, Clotilde (Rezendes)

SANTOS, CLOTILDE (REZENDES) 82 of San Antonio Ave. passed away at home. She was the Wife of the late Jose dos Santos. She is survived by Children, Maria Payne, Tony Calouro, Maria Justina Pacheco, John Calouro of Bristol, brother, Antonio Rezendes of Canada, 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren. Funeral Monday 9:30 AM at George Lima Funeral Home 367 High St. Bristol, Church Service 11 AM at Radiant Christian Assembly of God, 895 Main Street, Warren, Burial in North Burial Ground, Bristol, Visiting Hours…

Silva, Dorothy A. (Pearson)

SILVA, DOROTHY A. (PEARSON), 76, of Warwick, died Wednesday, November 19, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Eugene Silva. Dorothy was a communicant and trustee of St. Rose and Clement Parish, a Eucharistic Minister and past president of the Rosary and Altar Society. She loved bowling, the Patriots, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was the beloved mother of Douglas D. Silva, Vivian M. Kidd, Christine A. Jeff, and the late Eugene E. Silva. She was sister of the late Barbara Penedo and is survived…

Sousa, Irene (Amaral)

SOUSA, IRENE (AMARAL), 82, of Chappell St., died Friday morning, Nov. 21, 2008, at Evergreen House. She was the wife of the late John N. Sousa, Sr. Born Dec. 1, 1925, in Rehoboth, MA, she was a daughter of the late Domingo and Lena (Martin) Amaral. She is survived by her children, Cheryl A. Zarrella and John N. Sousa Jr., both of Johnston, and Robert M. Sousa of Taunton; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She was the sister of Dolores Johnson, Manuel Amaral and of the late Mary K. Rose and Joseph…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/18/08

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ANGELA D PETTERUTI - Cranston, RI

(11/18/08) PETTERUTI, ANGELA D. (Scungio) 80, passed away Tuesday November 18, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Frederick and Mary (D\\\'Amore) Scungio. Angela worked...

Bucci, Mary P. (Cerullo)

BUCCI, MARY P. (CERULLO), 91, of Hewett Street, died Monday, November 17, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the wife of the late Anthony D. Bucci and daughter of the late Angelo and Antonia (Morelli) Cerullo. Mary was a graduate of the RI School for the Deaf, Class of 1934. She was the mother of Anthony C. Bucci and his wife, Sarah; John C. Bucci and his wife, Janice; and Robert M. Bucci and his wife, Jean; grandmother of Joseph, Brian, Judi, Bruce and Melissa; sister of Daniel Cerullo, Jennie Cunningham, and…

Cousins, David C.

COUSINS, DAVID C., 69, of Read Street, Riverside, died unexpectedly on November 15, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Loretta B. (DeStefano) Cousins. Born in Cranston, a son of the late Chester and Bertha (Davis) Cousins, he lived in Riverside for 35 years. Mr. Cousins was a clerk at Citizen's Bank for the past 9 years. David enjoyed bike riding, attending antique classic car shows and collecting model trains. Besides his wife of 53 years, he is survived by a son, Darren D. Cousins of Riverside; a…

Couture, Susan G. (Gendron)

COUTURE, SUSAN G. (GENDRON), 33, of Rochester, NH passed away at home on Thursday, November 13, 2008. She was the former wife of George Couture of Riverside, RI. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of Frank E. Gendron of Lovell, ME and Elaine L. (Provencher) Gendron of Woonsocket. She resided in Rochester for one year, previously residing on Stanley Road, Cumberland. She was a Cumberland High School Graduate, Class of 1993, and also graduated from CCRI, Flanagan Campus, Lincoln graduating in 2005. She…

Covell, Walter

COVELL, WALTER, born January 6, 1917 in Barrington, son of Louis Everett and Maude Evelyn (Clarke) Covell of Barrington, former husband of the late Harriette Frances (Tabakin) Covell, father of Alex and Christopher Covell; grandfather of Jason and Emilie Covell and great-grandfather of Kyle Covell; suddenly, on Veteran's Day, November 11. Walter enjoyed a long life passionately engaged in the giving of entertainment and diversionary pleasure to others. During his college years at Brown University (Class…

DaPonte, Manuel

DaPONTE, MANUEL, 92, of Sherry Ave., passed away November 17th. He was the husband of Natalie (Lagarto) DaPonte. He is survived by children, Amelia (Domenic) Antinucci of Barrington, Manuel (JoAnn) DaPonte of Warren, Robert (Doris) DaPonte of Bristol, Roberta Gilson of Raynham, MA, 8 Grandchildren, 6 Great-grandchildren, a brother, Seraphim 'Fe' DaPonte of Bristol. Funeral Thursday at 9 AM. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood St. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery.…

Denelle, Rene R. "Pop"

DENELLE, RENE R. 'POP', 86, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2008. He was the beloved husband of the late Eleanor P. (Nolan) Denelle. A lifelong Pawtucket resident, he was a son of the late Desire and Marie (Kirouac) Denelle. Rene was a World War II US Army veteran and was part of the first Normandy Landings on D-Day. He was a self-employed carpenter most of his life, he later worked at Teknor-Apex for 15 years until retiring in 1986. Pop was one of the first coaches in the Darlington National…

DiOrio, Filomena (Rossi)

DiORIO, FILOMENA (ROSSI), 81, passed away November 17th at Kent Hospital. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Andrea and Esterina (Petricca) Rossi and had been the wife of Carmino 'Bibs' DiOrio for 61 years. Mrs. DiOrio had worked as an office clerk for the DiZoglio Paper Co. before retiring. She was the beloved mother of Ronald DiOrio and his wife Joanne; grandmother of Nicholas and Andreana DiOrio; sister of Anthony Rossi and the late Lorenzo Rossi. Relatives and friends are…

Gregory Jr., John J.

GREGORY, JOHN J. JR. 'JACK', 83, of Bradford Avenue, passed away peacefully surrounded by his devoted family Sunday, November 16, 2008 in the Hattie Ide Chaffee Home. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth C. 'Betty' (McKenna) Gregory. They had been married for sixty-two years. Born in East Providence, he was the son of the late John J. and Josephine (Spaight) Gregory. Jack was the Founder and Principal of the family business, J.J. Gregory and Son, in East Providence, which he proudly…

Hamilton, John V.

HAMILTON, JOHN V., 79, of Scenic Drive, Cranston, died on Sunday, November 16, 2008 at Briarcliffe Manor Nursing Home in Johnston. He was the husband of Kathleen D. (Ormond) Hamilton. Born in Providence, a son of the late Eugene and Angela N. (McGrath) Hamilton, he lived in Cranston for the last 27 years. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Hamilton was employed by Narragansett Electric Co. in Providence for 39 years, retiring as a dispatcher in 1991. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons,…

Helen M (Stamp) Forsberg - Cranston, RI

(11/18/08) Forsberg, Helen M., 81, died Monday, November 17, 2008 at Kent Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of Clifford B. Forsberg. Mr. and Mrs. Forsberg celebrated th...

Joseph E Mc Laughlin - Warwick, RI

(11/18/08) Joseph E. Mc Laughlin, 60, of Warwick, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 14, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Janice (Perrotta) McLaughlin. Born in Providence, he was the son of t...

Knox, R. Claire

KNOX, R. CLAIRE, 86, of Pompano Beach, FL, formerly of East Greenwich, RI, and Ventura, CA, died Friday, November 14, 2008. She was the wife of the late Crawford W. Knox, to whom she was married for 52 years. Born in NJ, she was the daughter of the late Rubie May (Perinchief) and Edmund Goldie North. She raised her children in East Greenwich before moving to California. She spent the last eight years in Pompano Beach, where she was active in her housing association. She was an avid bridge player, enjoyed…

Kostyla, Edna A. (Rekas)

KOSTYLA, EDNA A. (REKAS), of Coventry passed away at Kent Hospital on Sunday, November 16, 2008 at the age of 94. She was the wife of the late Fred F. Kostyla and the daughter of the late Martin and Mary (Bator) Rekas. Edna was educated in the West Warwick school system. She worked at the former H & H Propeller Mfg. during WWII while her husband served in the Army in the African & Italian Campaigns. After raising her family she resumed work at various places, including Gorham Silver in the printing…

Latina, Rita

LATINA, RITA, 90, of East View Ave., Cranston, passed away Sunday November 16, 2008 at the Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence. She was born in Providence a daughter of the late Luigi and Palma (DiSarro) Latina. Miss Latina was an Assembler for the Cable Electric Company. She is survived by her loving sisters, Sylvia Francesconi and Yolanda Isabella both of Cranston. She was also the aunt of several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews, and was the sister of the late Eugene, John and…

Manton, Betty M. (Johnson)

MANTON, BETTY M. (JOHNSON), died Saturday, November 15, 2008 at the Briarcliffe Manor. She was the beloved wife of Damon Manton. Born in New York City, a daughter of the late Theano and Christina Johnson, she was the mother of Joan Hallahan and Charles D. Manton and his wife Elaine; grandmother of Erin, Erik, and Mark; the sister of the late Ruth Larson. Relatives and friends are invited for a visitation Tuesday 5-8 PM in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave., Warwick. In lieu of…

Mathews, Barbara E.

MATHEWS, BARBARA E., 87, of Saunderstown, passed away peacefully Saturday at her home. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Frank H. and Elizabeth (Sullivan) Mathews. A graduate of The Lincoln School, Skidmore College, Boston University and Yale University School of Nursing, she was active with their alumni associations, respectively. She was a Nursing Administrator for many years before retiring. She leaves many nieces and nephews. She was the cousin of the late Priscilla Teeden and…

McLaughlin, Joseph E.

McLAUGHLIN, JOSEPH E., 60, of Warwick, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 14, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Janice (Perrotta) McLaughlin. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph L. and Pauline N. (Bechard) McLaughlin. John had worked for Narragansett Electric for thirty years and was an army medic, serving in Vietnam from 1968-1969. Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Karen A. Kaminsky and Jennifer E. Gardner; two sisters, Susan M. Rotondi and Carol Rendine;…

Mingione, Josephine (Pricolo)

MINGIONE, JOSEPHINE (PRICOLO) 'DODO', 96, of Smithfield died peacefully Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Heritage Hills Nursing Centre, Smithfield, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Alphonse Mingione. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Pasqualina (Sammartino) Pricolo. Josephine worked at Calart for many years and then at A.T. Cross from which she retired. She is survived by her son Al Mingione and his wife Patti of Buxton, Maine, two…

Noel, Harry A.

NOEL, HARRY A., 76, of Warwick Avenue, died Sunday at Kent Hospital. He was a son of the late Omer E. and Mary E. (Salisbury) Noel. Mr. Noel was a Batch Maker for Ciba Geigy in Cranston and served in The United States Army. He was the beloved father of Kevin R. Noel of Warwick and Keith R. Noel of Cumberland. Caring brother of Jean Glen of Coventry, Everett Noel of Milford, CT, and Richard Noel of Pembroke, MA. His Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in THE PRATA-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 78…

Pati, Rose

PATI, ROSE, 90, of West Shore Road, Warwick, formerly of Meadow Avenue, Cranston, died Sunday, November 16, 2008 at Kent County Hospital, Warwick. Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Saverio and Concetta (Massotti) Pati Sr. Miss Pati was an etcher for the former Imperial Knife Company of Providence for thirty-three years until her retirement. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed sports. She is survived by two sisters Clara Day of California and Susan Ceynowa of Florida and the late Antonio,…

Rackliffe, Florence L.

RACKLIFFE, FLORENCE L., 79, of Smithfield, formerly of Lincoln, died Sunday. She was the wife of the late Donald S. Rackliffe. Born in Fitchburg, MA, she was a daughter of the late John and Louise (Phelps) Mulcahy. Her son John Rackliffe and his wife Monique, her daughter Barbara Harkness and her husband Normand, Jr., her sisters Sr. Joan Mulcahy, PBVM, Ellen Mulcahy and Mary Fitzgibbons, and her grandchildren Shawn, Eric and Heather Harkness, Aimee Bhatia, Dawn Macdonald and Kelly Rackcliffe survive her.…

Stanley, Barbara (Duffy)

STANLEY, BARBARA (DUFFY), 65, of Warren, died Saturday, at Miriam Hospital. Beloved wife of Elliott W. Stanley. She worked previously at Brown & Sharp and more recently for the Bristol Warren School District as a teacher's aide. Loving mother of Christopher W. and Shaun E. Stanley, both of Warren, R.I. She was the sister of Rose Helen Barrie of Cranston and the late Matthew T. Duffy, Jr. Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 School House Road, Warren, where the family will…

Sullivan, Agnes (Cahir)

SULLIVAN, AGNES (CAHIR), 102, of Blackinton Dr., died Saturday at Overlook Nursing & Rehabitation Center in Burrillville. She was the wife of the late John R. Sullivan. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (McElroy) Cahir. Agnes was a member of Saint Clare Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order. She is survived by her son Jack Sullivan and his wife Gail of Chepachet, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was the sister of the late Edward, Jack and…

Thomas J Brothers - Warwick, RI

(11/18/08) Thomas J. Brothers, 77, of Church Avenue died Tuesday at his home. He was the husband of Anne M. (Hickey) Brothers. Born in Providence, a son of the late Francis P. and Elizabeth (Galligan) Broth...

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/17/08

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Alger, Edmond L.

ALGER, EDMOND L., 83, a retired shipper for Coro's Mfg. Co., died Thursday, November 13, 2008 in Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Dorothy R. (Gentes) Alger and a son of the late William and Blanche (Jilson) Alger. Mr. Alger was a World War II Navy veteran. He is survived by three children, Sharon Lozowski and her husband Donald, William Alger and his late wife Pat, Carol Gelsomino and her husband Michael. He is also survived by six grandchildren and was the father of…

Caesar, Michael

CAESAR, MICHAEL, 92, of Coventry, passed away Sunday at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of 63 years to Josephine (Vassallo) Caesar. Born in Brooklyn, NY, a son of the late Pasquale and Rose (DiSanti) Caesar, he had lived in New York for most of his life before moving to Rhode Island. Michael worked as a carpenter with Beach Construction in New York for 30 years before his retirement. Besides his wife, he leaves a son, Patrick Caesar, a daughter, Rosemary Dwyer and her husband Norman, and his grandson,…

Cameron, Edna C. (Dusoblon)

CAMERON, EDNA C. (DUSOBLON), 90, formerly of Franklin Street died Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Elmhurst Extended Care Facility, Providence. She was the wife of the late James E. Cameron, Sr. Born in Pawtucket, a daughter of the late Hector and Melina (Gurneau) Dusoblon, she had lived in Pawtucket before moving to Lincoln 20 years ago. Mrs. Cameron was a textile worker in several mills and was also a lunch lady at Central Falls High School before retiring. She was a communicant of St. Jude's Church,…

DeCristofano, Albert

DeCRISTOFANO, ALBERT, 91, of Narragansett and Clearwater, FL passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at his sons home in North Smithfield. He was the beloved husband of Virginia (Pulverenti) DeCristofano for 63 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Erminio and Maria (Martino) DeCristofano. Mr. DeCristofano was a US Army Air force veteran serving during WW II on the island of Tinian as Staff Sergeant with the 40th Bombardment Squadron. Before moving to Florida in 1975, Mr.…

Florence L (Mulcahy) Rackliffe - Smithfield, RI

(11/17/08) Florence L. Rackliffe, 79, of Smithfield, formerly of Lincoln, died Sunday. She was the wife of the late Donald S. Rackliffe. Born in Fitchburg, MA, she was a daughter of the late John and Louise (P...

Gamage, Joan A.

GAMAGE, JOAN A., age 70 of Coventry, lost her courageous battle with cancer November 15, 2008, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Don. She also leaves a daughter Denise Williams of Coventry and her husband George and a son Don Gamage, Jr. of Scituate and his wife Rebecca, as well as three grandsons, David Mooney of Coventry, Brian Mooney of Lincoln and Joseph Williams of Coventry and one great granddaughter Taylor Mooney of Warwick, three brothers and 2 sisters. Funeral…

Henderson, Joan Coale "Joanie"

HENDERSON, JOAN COALE 'JOANIE', 80, passed away suddenly on November 9th, 2008. Predeceased by her late husband, David Sr. in 1990 and her son Jonathan in April 2008. Joan is survived by her children, David Henderson, Jr., Susan (Henderson) Tyler, Jeffrey Henderson, and six grandchildren. Joan will be greatly missed by many other close friends and extended families. Joan was born on August 16, 1928, in Towson, Maryland. She was the youngest daughter of Francis and Edmund Starr Coale. Married in…

Henry P Potvin - Fall River, MA

(11/17/08) Henry P. Potvin, 78, of Fall River, husband of Joanne (Simonetti) Potvin and husband of the late Doris Lillian (Aubin) Potvin, died Sunday, November 16, 2008. He was employed by American...

Josephine "Pricolo" (DoDo) Mingione - Smithfield, RI

(11/17/08) MINGIONE, JOSEPHINE (Pricolo) \"DoDo\" 96, of Smithfield died peacefully Saturday November 15, 2008 at Heritage Hills Nursing Centre, Smithfield, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of t...

Lurgio, Vincent M.

LURGIO, VINCENT M., 72, of Stone Drive, Cranston, died Friday, November 14, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Joann C. (Mercurio) Lurgio. They were married for fifty-one years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Anthony and Ermalinda Mildred (Petrone) Lurgio. Mr. Lurgio was a driver and salesman for Frito-Lay Company of Cranston for thirty-eight years until his retirement. He was a communicant and former usher at St. Bartholomew's Church. Vincent enjoyed…

Manton, Betty M. (Johnson)

McKeough, Thomas R.

McKEOUGH, THOMAS R., 87, of Manchester, CT and Westerly, RI, beloved husband of the late Mary (Ryan) McKeough, died peacefully Friday November 14, 2008 at his home. He was born September 8, 1921 in Pawtucket, RI. Son of the late Frank and Anne Marie (Dolan) McKeough, he had been a resident of Manchester since 1954. Mr. McKeough was a U S Navy Veteran serving during WW II as well as after the War in the Naval Reserves. Mr. McKeough had worked for many years at Emhart Corp. and retired in 1985 as Director of…

Monserrate "Ramona" (Quiles) Aponte - Cranston, RI

(11/17/08) Monserrate Ramona (Quiles) Aponte, 63, of Hazelwood Street, died Saturday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. Born in Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Jose and Sophia...

Renaud, Ruth H. (Longton)

CHANGED NOTICE: RENAUD, RUTH H. (LONGTON) The Visiting Hours of Ruth H. (Longton) Renaud have been rescheduled. Relatives and friends may call at BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17 from 6-8 P.M.

Rodrigues, Alfred

RODRIGUES, ALFRED, of Providence, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008. He was the husband of Elizabeth (Vanni) Rodrigues. They were happily married for 61 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Araujo) Rodrigues. He was a foreman for the former C. O. Hoffacker Co. for 31 years before retiring. Mr. Rodrigues was a life member of the Providence - Cranston Lodge of Elks #14, where he was Treasurer Emeritus, a former Scout Master, St. Peter's & St. Andrews Church,…

Rossoni, Francis Louis

Silva, Irene E.

SILVA, IRENE E., 80, of Wheldon Ave., passed away Friday, November 14, 2008 She was the wife of Raymond M. Silva. Besides her husband, she leaves her children Debra A. Dwyer of Little Compton, Thomas R. Silva of Cranston and Scott T. Silva of East Providence; eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Her funeral will be held Wednesday at 9 AM from the PERRY/ MCSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence with A Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Francis Xavier Church, North…

Simmons, Dorothy

SIMMONS, DOROTHY, 89, died November 14 at Heritage Hills Nursing Center in Smithfield. Born in Providence on March 30, 1919, she was the daughter of John and Lena (Santos) Simmons. She was the loving sister of the late John Simmons. She is survived by her brother, Joseph Simmons, and five nieces and nephews: Christina Sifers and her husband, Patrick Sifers; Joanne Evangelista; Lori Simmons; and Michael Simmons. Funeral from the OLSON & PARENT FUNERAL HOME, 417 Plainfield Street, Providence on November…

Slein, Kevin Michael

SLEIN, KEVIN MICHAEL, Specialist, US Army, of Mansfield, MA. and formerly of Baldwin Road, Middletown, RI, died suddenly at his home Friday, November 14th in the arms of his wife. He leaves behind his loving wife of one year, Nicole Marie (Glidden) Slein, formerly of North Kingston, RI and his favorite friend Molly, their chocolate Labrador Retriever. Kevin was born in Providence, RI on 17 November, 1981, the son of Cdr. Michael Slein USN (Ret.) and Bonnie Slein of Middletown, RI and the brother of Caitlin…

Smith, Tina (Zodda)

SMITH, TINA, nee Zodda, 70, born November 8, 1938, residing on Old River Road since 1996, formerly of Milford, Massachusetts. Born in Rome and raised in Patti, Italy, Tina is a survivor of the battle of Messina, World War II. Tina immigrated to the United States in 1955, initially working as a flight attendant and then settling in Chicago, working as a computer keypunch operator. She was married on November 21, 1961 to Terrill Smith of Chicago. They lived in the Chicago area until 1982 when they moved to…

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Abrahamson, Gertrude M. (Bowen)

ABRAHAMSON, GERTRUDE M. (BOWEN), 75, of Seaside Drive, passed away Friday at Newport Hospital. Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late William and Florence (Albro) Bowen. Mrs. Abrahamson worked as the office manager for Tivoli Jewelry Company for about 20 years before retiring. She enjoyed playing computer games. She was a communicant of St. Mark Church. She leaves a brother and two sisters, William Bowen of Cranston, Mildred Allard of Wakefield and Barbara Szpotowski of Jamestown; and many nieces,…

Anderton, Carl W.

ANDERTON CARL W., 71, Zephyrhills, Florida and Stow, Maine, passed away peacefully November 2, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving wife of 50 years Patricia and his family. Carl was a loving husband and wonderful father with many talents He loved to travel and enjoyed volunteering his skills both in the United States and Africa. Growing up in Rhode Island he was one of five brothers. After High School graduation and some College he married Pat, started his family and decided self-employment was what he…

Betty F (Waits) Marotto - Providence, RI

(11/16/08) Betty F. Marotto (Waits), 75, of Providence, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Frank Marotto. Bo...

Bowen, Carol T.

BOWEN, CAROL T., 73, of East Greenwich Ave., a retired elementary educator, died Friday at home. She was the wife of the late Paul T. Bowen. Born in Biddeford, ME, a daughter of the late Perry S. and Cecelia D. (Griffin) Norman, she lived in Warwick before moving to West Warwick in 1975. In 1957 she received a bachelor's degree in education from Keene Teachers College and a master's degree in 1962 from the University of Connecticut. Her career in elementary education began as a teacher in the Groton…

Collette (Michaud) Bryda - Swansea, MA

(11/16/08) Collette C. (Michaud) Bryda, 84, of Wilbur Ave., Somerset, formerly of Ralph Chapman Rd., Swansea, widow of Edward J. Bryda, died Saturday, November 15, 2008. She was employed by Division...

DiCicco, Jennie

DiCICCO, JENNIE, 90, formerly of Carleton St., died Saturday at the Oakland Grove Health Care Center in Woonsocket. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Anna (Persechino) DiCicco. She is survived by her sister, Nancy Scienzo of Cumberland, her niece, Cathy Paulhus of North Smithfield and her nephew, Raymond Scienzo of New Hampshire, three great nieces, one great nephew and one great great nephew. She was the sister of the late Angelo DiCicco and Maria Rowan. Her funeral and…

Drummond, Patrick James

DRUMMOND, PATRICK JAMES, November 6, 2008, Smithfield RI, cherished son of Marion Hopkins and the late Thomas Kyle Drummond, succumbed to a malignant brain tumor, surrounded by his loving family. For two years he fought to survive with fierce independence, an indomitable spirit and a brave heart. His passing is mourned by nine devoted siblings: sisters Joanne of Braintree MA and Mary, Sarah and Nancy of RI; brothers Thomas, Michael, Paul and Daniel of RI and Sr. M. Sgt. Andrew Drummond U.S.A.F., Lakenheath…

Edna C (Dusoblon) Cameron - Lincoln, RI

(11/16/08) Lincoln Edna C. (Dusoblon) Cameron, 90, formerly of Franklin Street died Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Elmhurst Extended Care Facility, Providence. She was the wife of the late James E. Cameron, Sr...

Epton, Rita (Thibodeau)

EPTON, RITA (THIBODEAU), 86, of Cranston, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Archie L. Epton. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Hormidas and Roberta (Savoie) Thibodeau. She had worked for Tanury Industries of Lincoln before retiring. Mrs. Epton was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her three daughters, Roberta I. Sullivan and her husband Steven, Shirley A. DiBonaventura…

Fiocco, Pasqualina A. (Cimini)

FIOCCO, PASQUALINA A. (CIMINI), 79, of Marietta Street, passed away Friday, November 14th at the Miriam Hospital. She had been the wife of the late Anthony Fiocco. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Jennie (Moratta) Cimini. Mrs. Fiocco had worked in the food service department at Providence College and had also been a receptionist for her daughter, Cheryl, at the Pretty Woman Salon. She was the beloved mother of Cheryl A. Zanfagna and her husband Richard; Cindy A. DiOrio and her…

French, Stephen R.

FRENCH, STEPHEN R. Husband of the late Mary C. (Ward) French. Loving father of Tammy M. French of Providence. Caring brother and grandfather Funeral Monday at 9:30 am from THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Route 5, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95) with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am in St. Kevin Church, Sandy Lane, Warwick. Burial in R.I. Veterans Cemetery. Visitation Monday 8:30-9:30 am. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org

Giarraputo, Philip

GIARRAPUTO, PHILIP, of Toll Gate Road, died Friday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Joyce A. (Nastari) Giarraputo for just over three years and the late Eva (Nishanian) Giarraputo. Born in Roslindale, MA, he was a son of the late Felice and Angelina (Amendolia) Giarraputo. Mr. Giarraputo was an Orthotist for H.M. Campbell and Sons in Brookline, MA for many years until his retirement and was previously a salesman for Kaufman Co. in Cambridge, MA. An Operatic Tenor, he performed with various…

Henderson, Joan Coale "Joanie"

Hillelson, Shoshana Von Eberhardt Dindinger

HILLELSON, SHOSHANA VON EBERHARDT DINDINGER, 83, left this world to be with her heavenly Father after a heroic battle with multiple myeloma on November 10. She was born September 13, 1925, in Stuttgart, Germany to Adolf von Eberhardt Dindinger, the Duke von Eberhardt, former Adjutant General to Kaiser Wilhelm and famed architect of pre-war Berlin, and to Tatjana Wiczewski Dindinger, educator, of Russia. Shoshana Hillelson was a member of the German Olympic figure skating team in 1944 and was a concert…

Langevin, Alma (Larue)

LANGEVIN, ALMA (LARUE) Age 90 of Croade St. Warren passed away Thursday November 13, 2008. She was the loving wife of the late Leo Langevin. Now Alma is with her loving husband Leo and with her God in Heaven forever. Born in Woonsocket a daughter of the late Wilfred and Eva (Guillemette) Larue. She was one of many Siblings. She leaves her good friend Rebecca. She was a longtime member of the Stevens Laroche Pratte Womens Auxillary VFW #122. The Funeral with visitation will be on Monday at 9:00 am from…

Magill, Edward L.

MAGILL, EDWARD L., 67, of North Smithfield, died Friday evening at Landmark Medical Center. He was the beloved husband of Marie (Cimini) Magill. Born in Pawtucket, a son of the late Alexander and Catherine (Pierce) Magill. He was the original owner and operator of Magill Laboratories Inc., which his son Edward Jr. now operates. Edward was a N. Smithfield resident for many years. He grew up in Pawtucket, where he attended St. Raphaels Academy. He later graduated from Bryant University. He was a member of the…

Marotto, Betty F. (Waits)

MAROTTO, BETTY F. (WAITS), 75, of Providence, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Frank Marotto. Born in Alabama City, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late William 'Bill' A. Waits and Russie (Kerr) Waits. Betty had been a banquet waitress at Lincoln Park and had previously worked for the former Colonial Hilton. A Marine Corps Veteran, she was a member of the Women Marines Association. Besides…

Norman Braga - Fall River, MA

(11/16/08) Norman Braga, 76, of Fall River, died Friday, November 14, 2008. An Air Force veteran of the Korean War, he was employed for 26 years by Quaker Fabric Corp. and retired from New England E...

Paolucci, Joseph A.

PAOLUCCI, JOSEPH A. ('JOE' & 'JP'), of Cranston, surrounded by his family, passed peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. Born in Providence, the son of the late Alexander & Concetta (Sepe) Paolucci, he was the beloved husband of Victoria (Marzilli) Paolucci to whom he had been married for 62 years. He was a WWII veteran, having served on the submarine USS Raton in the Pacific Theater. He was an electrician at Quonset Point until its closing and then worked in…

Potter, Raymond J.

POTTER, RAYMOND J., 89, of Warwick formerly of Pawtucket, a film editor for WJAR, died Friday, November 14, 2008. He was the husband of the late Claire S. (Berthiaume) Potter and a son of the late Israel and Elizabeth (Cowsill) Potter. He was a WWII Merchant Marines Veteran. He is survived by his son, Rev. Dr. Raymond J. Potter, Jr.; two brothers Norman and Robert Potter; one sister Betty Gordon; grandchildren Claire and Tres. His funeral will be held Tuesday at 8:45 AM from the Thomas & Walter Quinn…

Renaud, Ruth H. (Longton)

RENAUD, RUTH H. (LONGTON), 93, of Homestead Avenue died Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Oakland Grove Health Center, Woonsocket. She was the wife of the late Henry J. Renaud. Born in Fisherville, MA, a daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Bailey) Longton, she had lived in Cumberland for the past 60 years. Mrs. Renaud was a floor lady for Narragansett Knitting, Woonsocket for 50 years, retiring in 1980. She was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cumberland where she served as a member and treasurer of…

Sarni, Dorothy M. (Bellavance)

SARNI, DOROTHY M. (BELLAVANCE), 80, of Matunuck, R.I. and Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2008, at her home with her daughter Karen by her side. She was a loving wife to Vincent A. Sarni for 43 years, and a devoted mother to Louise Degrass and her husband, Dennis of Matunuck, R.I., Karen Driscoll and her husband Stephen of Pittsburgh, PA and Vincent A. Sarni, Jr. and his wife Deborah of Perrysburg, OH. She was the beloved grandmother of ten grandchildren, Derek, Daniel, Stacia, Stephen,…

Scanlon, Robert L.

SCANLON, ROBERT L., 75, of Halsey St., died November 14, 2008 at the Miriam Hospital. He was the husband of the late Joan (Andrews) Scanlon. Born in Lynn, MA he was a son of the late Warren and Evelyn (Provencial) Scanlon. Mr. Scanlon was a safety engineer with St. Paul Fire and Life Insurance Co. for 30 years before retiring. He was a U S Navy veteran. Robert leaves two sons, Robert J. Scanlon and his wife Chris of Monticello, MN, Michael E. Scanlon and his wife Susan of Woodbury, MN and a daughter Susan…

Schwartz, Bernice F.

SCHWARTZ, BERNICE F., 89, of Steere House, died Thursday at the Home. She was the beloved wife of the late Sheldon Schwartz. Born in New Bedford, MA, a daughter of the late Philip and Esther (Miller) Shultz, she had lived in Warwick for 35 years before moving to Providence 2 years ago. Devoted mother of David Schwartz and his wife Sharon of Coventry and Robert Schwartz and his wife Dianne of Burlington, VT. Dear sister of Beverly Cussell, Selma Reservitz, Muriel Falk, Clare Wampole and Herbert Shultz.…

Silva, Edna E.

SILVA, Edna E., 93, of Pawtucket, died Friday at Pawtucket Health Center. She was the wife of the late Joseph Silva Jr. Mrs. Silva was born in Newmarket, NH a daughter of the late John and Ellen (Green) Pilling. She had lived most of her life in Lincoln. Mrs. Silva was a 78 year member of Smithfield Avenue Congregational Church and the Girls service club. She was a 55 year member of the Limerock chapter, Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her daughter Joan Gore and her husband Frederick Gore of…

deLisle, Louise (LeMoal)

Louise (LeMoal) deLisle, 97, formerly of Warwick, R.I., died peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2008 at the Clipper Home in Westerly. She was the wife of Raymond deLisle, who sadly he predeceased her in 1967. Born in Chateau Neuf duFaou, France on April 2, 1911, she was the daughter of the late Francois and Marie Anne (Lijoar) LeMoal. Louise moved from France to the United States in 1928. She was employed for A.T. Cross Pen and Pencil Company in Lincoln, R.I. for over 25 years before her retirement. She…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/15/08

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Archie Hagopian - Cumberland, RI

(11/15/08) Cumberland Archie Hagopian, 87, of Diamond Hill Road died Friday, November 14, 2008 at Oak Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Pawtucket. He was the husband of the late Mathilda (Levasseur) Hagopi...

Beauchamp, Carl C.

BEAUCHAMP, CARL C., 70, passed peacefully Wednesday at his home in East Greenwich. A former Navy sailor, a published poet, an artist, an educator, and a beloved family man, he is survived by his cherished wife of 47 years, Olga Ann (Sullivan) Beauchamp, as well as three children and their spouses, Susan and Stanley Baran of Wakefield, Carl and Elisabeth Beauchamp of Riverside, and David and Jennifer Beauchamp of Smithfield. 'The best Grandpa in the whole world' is also survived by 10 adored…

Biron, Genevieve A.

BIRON, GENEVIEVE A., 82, of Myette St., Woonsocket, died Thursday at Roger Williams Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Amedee Biron. Born in Fall River, she was a daughter of the late John and Catherine (Dulak) Pietras. Survivors include a son, Steven N. Biron, of North Smithfield, two daughters, Karen Ann Deragon, and Christine Biron, of Woonsocket, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandson. Sister of Walter Pietras, of Pawtucket, and the late Charles and Stanley Pietras, Stella Martel, Helen…

Cambio, Mary W. (Higgins)

CAMBIO, MARY W. (HIGGINS), 77, of Intervale Ave., died November 13, 2008 at home. She was the wife of Vincent A. Cambio, Jr. Born in County Mayo, Ireland, she was a daughter of the late James and Mary Kate (Henry) Higgins. Mary worked as a computer aide for the North Providence School Department before retiring. Besides her husband, she leaves two children, James V. Cambio and his wife Bambilyn of Smithfield and Jo-Ann Cambio of North Providence, and a sister, Josephine Cambio and her husband Nick of North…

Carol T (Norman) Bowen - West Warwick, RI

(11/15/08) West Warwick Carol T. Bowen, 73, of East Greenwich Avenue, a retired elementary educator, died Friday, November 14, 2008 at home. She was the wife of the late Paul T. Bowen. Born in Biddeford, ME,...

Celender, Mildred M. (Balkey)

CELENDER, MILDRED M. (BALKEY) 82, of Smithfield, formerly of Barrington, died Thursday, November 13, 2008. She was the wife of the late Lawrence E. Celender. Millie is survived by her five loving children Judeth Harvard, Jennifer Sirois, JoAnne, Jean and Gordon Celender. Her funeral will be held Monday at 8:30 AM from the TUCKER-QUINN Funeral Chapel, 643 Putnam Ave. (Rte. 44) Greenville, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Ave. at 9:30 AM. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven…

DiMaggio, Maria G. (Lidestri)

and friends are invited to attend. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery. There is no procession from the funeral home. Visiting hours are omitted. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., is in charge of arrangements.

Ewin, Leon R.

EWIN, LEON R., 83, of Kowalik Dr., passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008 at the West Shore Health Center, Warwick. He was the husband of Lorraine M. (Potvin) Ewin for 64 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Ella (Many) Ewin-Richard and the stepson of the late Henry Richard. Leon, a longtime West Warwick resident, was employed for 12 years, in the Security Police Department for Brown University, retiring in 1987. He previously worked at the former American Hoechst, Coventry and…

Frawley Jr., Earl T.

FRAWLEY, EARL T. JR., 81, of Smithfield, died Thursday at Home & Hospice Care of Rhode Island's Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Yoshiko Frawley for 58 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Earl T. and Doris E. (Uttley) Frawley, he lived in Smithfield for 55 years. Prior to retiring, Mr. Frawley was a part-time Smithfield police officer and a U.S. Postal Service worker. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving in World War II, and a veteran…

Gromlich Jr., John W.

GROMLICH, JOHN W. JR., age 49 of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida passed away on November 8, 2008. John was born in Scranton Pennsylvania on April 23, 1959 and lived in North Kingstown Rhode Island from 1971 to 2003. He then moved with parents to Santa Rosa Beach Florida. John was a graduate of North Kingstown High School class of 1977 and went on to get his teaching degree from the University of Rhode Island. He was a well-known figure around North Kingstown and had been employed by the town's recreation…

Grossman, Bertha

GROSSMAN, BERTHA, 82, of 41 Fordson Ave., died Wednesday, Nov. 12 at home. Born in Providence, she was a beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Esther (Leberstein) Grossman. She had lived in Cranston, previously living in Providence. She was a clerk at Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. for 30 years. Bertha was a member of the Retirees Association at Metropolitan. Dear sister of Myer Grossman of Warwick, Sarah Zenofsky of Cranston, Emma Cohen of CA, Florence Sarenson of Cranston and the late Samuel Grossman,…

Guida, Fortune V. (Romano)

GUIDA, FORTUNE V. (ROMANO), age 92, of Gibson Road, Bristol, died peacefully Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at the Linn Health Care Center, East Providence, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Louis A. Guida Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Josephine (Buoniauto) Romano and the step daughter of the late Angelina Romano. Mrs. Guida was the first female Credit Manager in Providence, she worked for the former Gerber Jewelry in Providence for many years, ending…

Manson, Norma J. (Swanson)

MANSON, NORMA J. (SWANSON) 86, of Blackburn Street, died Thursday at The Scandinavian Home, Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late James Manson. The couple had been married 60 years at the time of Mr. Mansons death in 2003. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Pher Richard Swanson and Josephine Brobeck Swanson. She was a lifelong resident of Warwick. Mrs. Manson was a Supervisor of retail clothing for Dutchmaid Inc. before her retirement in 1979. She was a longtime member of…

Renaud Jr., Armand

RENAUD, ARMAND JR., 76, of S.E. Federal Highway, Stuart, Florida died Tuesday at Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart, Florida. He was the husband of Lillian C. (Goff) Renaud. Born in Providence, a son of the late Armand and Vera M. (Harnois) Renaud, he had been a Warwick resident for thirty years before moving to Florida in 1990. Mr. Renaud was a production manager for Arkwright Inc. for eight years before retiring in 1990. He also worked as a dye house manager for Microfibers, Inc. and was an Army veteran of…

Reynolds, Hazel (Corrigan)

REYNOLDS, HAZEL (CORRIGAN), 82, of Ninigret Street, Warwick, died on Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. She was the wife of the late Bernard J. Reynolds, Jr. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late James J. and Marie L. (Carr) Corrigan, she lived in Warwick since 1956. She was a 1948 graduate of Rhode Island College of Education. Mrs. Reynolds was a teacher in the Warwick Public Schools for 33 years, retiring in 1989. For many of those years, she taught at the John…

Rita (Thibodeau) Epton - Cranston, RI

(11/15/08) EPTON, Rita Epton (Thibodeau), 86, of Cranston, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Archie L. Epton. Born in Providenc...

Ruth H (Longton) Renaud - Cumberland, RI

(11/15/08) Cumberland Ruth H. (Longton) Renaud, 93, of Homestead Avenue died Saturday, November 15, 2008 at Oakland Grove Health Center, Woonsocket. She was the wife of the late Henry J. Renaud. Born in...

Spaziano, Frank D.

SPAZIANO, FRANK D., 61, of Gina Ct., Cranston, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, in Cranston. He was the husband of Patricia (Cirelli) Spaziano. Born in Providence, he was the son of Frank and Maria (Luisi) Spaziano. Frank was an Educator and Former Director of Human Resources for the Providence School Department, and after retiring from Providence, he went on to become the Principal of St. Bartholomew's School in Providence. He was a graduate of…

Troiano, Maria F. (Cifelli)

TROIANO, MARIA F. (CIFELLI), 82 , of Providence, passed away Friday, November 14, 2008 at Roger Williams Medical Center. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Margaret (Badessa) Cifelli. She leaves a son, Edward S. Troiano, Jr.; a daughter, Donna Resmini; a brother, Domenic Cifelli; two sisters, Anna Bucci and Evelyn DegliAngeli and four grandchildren, Bianca L., Joshua W. and Jordan A. Resmini and Edward S. Troiano, III. Her funeral will be held Monday at 9am, from the MACERONI…

Underwood, Evelyn Silva

UNDERWOOD, EVELYN SILVA, 54, beloved wife of Herbert E. Underwood departed this life on Nov.12, 2008. She was born in Providence, RI .She was a daughter of Joao Silva and Vivian (Rollins) Thomas She was the mother of Thomas E. Underwood and Nikkol M. Lyons. She was the step-mother of Tracy R. and Bruce A. Underwood. She had 2 granddaughters. She was the sister of Rosalyn Soares, Vivian Graham, and Mary Silva- Frazier. She was the sister of John Silva and stepsister of Brian, Darin, Stephen, and Kenneth…

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Vachon, Richard T.

VACHON, RICHARD T., 56, formerly of Warwick, passed away Friday, November 7, 2008 at the Ville Platte Medical Center in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. He was the beloved husband of the late Evelyn Vachon. Born in Providence, he was the loving son of the late Paul F. and Jeanette (Decelles) Vachon. Mr. Vachon was a United States Air Force Veteran serving honorably in the Vietnam War. He was an avid New England Sports enthusiast. Richard loved his family and enjoyed his friends. He leaves his three brothers;…

Wylie, Susie H. "Sankie"

WYLIE, SUSIE H. 'SANKIE', 86, of Jupiter, Fl died at her home on Thursday, November 13, 2008. Raised in Bladenboro, NC, she was a resident of Edgewood, RI from 1947 to 1996. Mrs. Wylie is survived by her husband, Herbert G. Wylie, three daughters, Jennifer W. Manning of Annapolis, MD, Jean W. Schaffer of Providence, Susan H. Wylie of Brooklyn, NY, four grandchildren and a great grandchild. A memorial service will be held in Florida in the near future. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of…

Zifcak, Michael G.

ZIFCAK, MICHAEL G., 91, formerly of Burrillville, died at Nov. 13, 2008 surrounded by his loving family at Cedar Crest Nursing Home in Cranston. Born in Harrisville, RI, a son of the late Simon & Anna (Cencak) Zifcak. Survivors include his niece Patricia Wylie of Cranston, RI, and nephew Robert Arnold of Lakeworth, FL, sister in law Terry Zifcak of Glendale, RI, and several other nieces and nephews. His funeral will be held Monday at 11am in the Brown Funeral Home, 1496 Victory Hwy., Oakland. Burial…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/14/08

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Arthur L Larsson, Jr. - East Greenwich, RI

(11/13/08) Arthur L. Larsson, Jr., 80 of East Greenwich, died Wednesday at Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the husband of the late Alice ( Clason ) Larsson, whom he was married to for 55 years. Born in Paw...

Baker, Ronald F. "Frank"

BAKER, RONALD F. 'FRANK', 70, of Loggers Run, passed away Wednesday at home surrounded by his family. Born in Providence, a son of the late Herbert and Doris (Gannon) Baker. He lived in Warwick before moving to West Warwick 15 years ago. Mr. Baker was employed in the jewelry industry for many years before retiring. After retiring he worked at Shaws Supermarkets. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed playing horseshoes. He leaves four children, Lori A. Manchester and Amy J.…

Beland, Claire H.

BELAND, CLAIRE H., 88, wife of the late John F. Beland of Pawtucket, died on Thursday. Daughter of the late Joseph and Lena (Baron) Gingras, she leaves one son, Gregory Beland; four daughters, Roberta Hokanson, Gail Peterson, Jacqueline DeLange and Cheryl DeCesare; three brothers, Louis, Leo and Paul Gingras; one sister, Dorothy Vaillancourt, 21 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral Saturday at 9:00 AM from DARLINGTON MORTUARY OF L. HEROUX & SON, 1042 Newport Ave., Pawtucket with Mass of…

Donelan, Charles

DONELAN, CHARLES born July 8, 1931 in Dedham, Ma, son of Charles A and Mary Gallagher Donelan of Dedham, devoted husband of Ann Hanley Donelan (deceased) and loving father of Charles Donelan, James Donelan, Ann Donelan Goulart, and Mark Donelan, and grandfather of Kaitlin Goulart, Jed Donelan, Sara Goulart and Emily Donelan, of complications related to Parkinson's disease Charles Donelan had a long career as a distinguished attorney and a member of the Massachusetts Bar and the American College of Trial…

Esposito, Roselyn (Vaccaro)

ESPOSITO, ROSELYN (VACCARO), age 78, of 186 Mt. Hope Avenue, Bristol, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Bernard Esposito, her husband of 58 years. Born in Bristol and a lifelong resident, she was a daughter of Raffaele and Theresa (Stanzione) Vaccaro. Educated in the Bristol School system, she was a graduate of Colt Memorial High School, Class of 1947. Mrs. Esposito was a secretary for the state of RI in their division of employment and training…

Ferry, Elizabeth Gibson

FERRY, ELIZABETH GIBSON, age 87, of Matunuck, Rhode Island, died on November 10 at her home after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of John Mansfield Ferry, of Matunuck, for sixty-six years, mother of Elizabeth Mansfield Bishop of Boulder, Colorado, Dana Ferry of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and John DeWolf Ferry of Matunuck; grandmother of Tara Bishop Manke of Watertown, Mass. and Nina Bishop Nunn of Brookine, Mass. Mrs. Ferry's father, Charles DeWolf Gibson, was the Executive Vice-President…

Fortune V (Romano) Guida - Bristol, RI

(11/13/08) Mrs. Fortune V. (Romano) Guida, age 92, of Gibson Road, Bristol, died peacefully Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at the Linn Health Care Center, East Providence, surrounded by her loving family. She was...

Harrop, Ruth Barbara

HARROP, RUTH BARBARA, 70, formerly of East Providence, RI, and the last nine years in Myrtle Beach, SC, died Friday, November 7, 2008. Mrs. Harrop was born in East Providence, RI, the daughter of the late Harold B and Ruth Woods Neal. Mrs. Harrop was a nurse's aide and a homemaker. Survivors include: her wonderful husband of 38 years, Edward Harrop of Myrtle Beach; children, Alfred Joseph Arruda of Martha's Vineyard, Mass., Bradley Jay Arruda of Myrtle Beach, SC, John Neal Arruda of Lincoln, RI,…

Juchnik, CJ

JUCHNIK, CJ, formerly of Cranston, RI, passed away on September 30, 2008 in Long Beach CA. While there, she spent much of her time as a volunteer at the Museum of Latin American Art and local Art Walks. In 1954, CJ received recognition as the 'Toni Twins', the first baby twin-girls born on New Year's Day. CJ was the beloved daughter of the late John and late Josephine Juchnik. She is survived by her twin-sister Linda Juchnik, brothers Frank Juchnik and the late Stanley Juchnik, and twin-siblings…

Larsson Jr., Arthur L.

Mackey, Francis X.

MACKEY, FRANCIS X., 62, the son of Margaret D. (Mahoney) Mackey and the late Judge Joseph A. Mackey, died from injuries suffered in an accidental fall on November 10, 2008. He was a graduate of LaSalle Academy where he was a star forward on the School's championship hockey team. He attended Harvard University on an athletic scholarship and was a member of the College hockey team. After Harvard, he attended Boston University Law School and practiced criminal law in Providence for many years. Frank Mackey…

Morey, Michael Allen

Michael Allen Morey, 55, passed away suddenly at home in Cle Elum, Wash., on Nov. 10, 2008. He was born in Westerly on Dec. 24, 1952, and was a graduate of Stonington High School, class of 1970. He will dwell eternally in the hearts of his parents, John and Edith Morey of Pawcatuck; his brother, David Morey of Helena, Mont.; and his two sisters, Karen Morey of Missoula, Mont., and Bonnie Morey of Westerly. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Michael was a gifted artist, chef and musician and…

Panek, Margaret E. (Wehr)

PANEK, MARGARET E. (WEHR), 83, of Chainey Street, Seekonk; died on Thursday. Wife of the late Bronislaw T. Panek. Born in Seekonk on February 11, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Ernst and Martha (Kunze) Wehr. She was raised and educated in Seekonk where she was almost a lifelong resident. She was a dedicated homemaker and enjoyed reading and traveling. She leaves two daughters: Janice Ward and Linda Husnander both of Seekonk; two grandchildren; four great grandchildren and three nieces and nephews.…

Rita G (Bettey) St. Hilaire - Pawtucket, RI

(11/13/08) Pawtucket ~ Rita G. (Bettey) St. Hilaire, 88, formerly of Harris St., Pawtucket, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Manor, Bristol. She was the beloved wife of the late Aurele ...

Roselyn (Vaccaro) Esposito - Bristol, RI

(11/13/08) Mrs. Roselyn (Vaccaro) Esposito, age 78, of 186 Mt. Hope Avenue, Bristol, died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Bernard Esposito, her husband o...

Sacharko, Chester T.

CORRECTED NOTICE SACHARKO, CHESTER T., 87, of Albert Ave., passed away Tuesday at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Claire P. (Fox) Sacharko, they were married for 61 years. CALLING HOURS FRIDAY (TODAY) 4-7PM IN THE JONES-WALTON-SHERIDAN FUNERAL HOME, 1895 BROAD ST., AT PARK AVE., CRANSTON. Information: www.jwsfh.com

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Wallace, Andre

WALLACE, ANDRE, MASTER SGT. R.I.N.G., 40, of Hunters Crossing, passed away Wednesday at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center. He was the husband of Kimberly (Paterson) Wallace. They had been married for 20 years. Born in St. Petersburg, FL, a son of Edna (Wallace) and William Upshaw of Jacksonville, FL. Andre was a heavy equipment operator and a member of the I.U.O.E. Local 57 for over 20 years before founding the Wallace Construction Corp. in 2006. He was a Master Sgt. RING 43rd MP Brigade, 119th…

Wild, Joan A.

WILD, JOAN A., 68, of Wickford, died November 12, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Robert Wild for 48 years. She was a daughter of the late Frank and Alice Whorf. Caring sister of her twin Janice Anderson and Sharon Forsstrom. Devoted mother of Julia Stringer, Robert Wild, and Suzanne Wild. Cherished grandmother of five and great grandmother of seven. Mrs. Wild was a bookkeeper for Dr. Edward J. Murray for over 30 years, a ham radio operator, and a former member of Martha Chapter O.E.S.…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/13/08

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Albin, Helen (Krupa)

ALBIN, HELEN (KRUPA), 83, of Fall River died November 10, 2008. She was the widow of Leo F. Albin. Funeral to which relatives and friends are invited will be held Friday at 9 AM from the BOYKO MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 709 Broadway, Fall River, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at Holy Trinity Church, Stafford Road, Fall River. Interment in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River. Calling hours Thursday 4-8 PM.

Anzivino, Joan G.

ANZIVINO, JOAN G. 'MS. J', 77, of Davie, FL, passed away on Friday, Oct. 17, 2008 at the home of her daughter in Davie. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends in her final days. Joan lived a majority of her life in Rhode Island. She worked for many years in the hair dressing industry. She later taught at Arthur Angelo's School of Beauty for 18 yrs. Joan retired and moved to FL in 1997. She is survived by her sons, Frank Antonetti, Jr. of Coventry and Jerry Antonetti of Los Angeles,…

Arthur L Larsson, Jr. - East Greenwich, RI

Bell, James

BELL, JAMES, 86, of Wisteria Drive, died Tuesday at Sunny View Nursing Home, Warwick. He was the husband of the late Edith (Roch) Bell. Born in England, he was a son of the late Edward and Margaret (Whitehead) Bell. Mr. Bell was a Polisher for Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, then worked for the State of RI Airport Security. He was a member of Christ the King Parish, West Warwick and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He is survived by his sister, Nellie Bell Vincent of Warwick and several nieces and…

Birch, Blanche L.

BIRCH, BLANCHE L., 83, of Danielson, Connecticut, formerly of West Warwick, RI passed away peacefully at RI Hospital on November 11th. She was the daughter of the late Horace and Mathilda (Chagnon) Brien. She was the wife of the late William Birch, Sr. She is survived by her five children, Edward Ursillo of Danielson, Connecticut, Linda Restante of Warwick, Patricia Badough of Victoria, Texas, Kathryn Hawkins and Cynthia Hall of Cranston, RI. She is also survived by seven siblings, ten grandchildren and…

Butterworth, William J.

BUTTERWORTH, WILLIAM J., 85, died Wednesday. He was the husband of the late Hope (Walton) Butterworth, father of William J. Butterworth, III, grandfather of three and great grandfather of two. Brother of Florence Mackin and Raymond Butterworth. Funeral Friday at 9am from the ANDERSON-WINFIELD Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville Common, Greenville. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am in St. Thomas Church, 65 Fruit Hill Avenue, Providence. Visitation Thursday 5-7. For messages of condolence, complete obituary…

Campion Sr., Lawrence

CAMPION, LAWRENCE, SR., 81, a long time resident of East Greenwich passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 11, 2008, at Scalabrini Villa. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rose E. (Fogarty) Campion. Born in New Castle on Tyne, England, he was a son of the late Edward and Lillian P. (Bulford) Campion. Mr. Campion was a Letter Carrier for the US Postal Service out of Cranston. He was a WWII Navy veteran, a member of the Knights of Columbus, former St. Joseph Council #15, the National…

DiOrio, Josephine (Ricci)

DiORIO, JOSEPHINE (RICCI), 84, of North Providence, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008 at Morgan Health Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Ralph J. DiOrio. Born in North Providence, she was the daughter of the late Nicandro and Ernestine ( Cambio ) Ricci. Josephine had been a jewelry worker for several years before retiring. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She leaves a daughter, Anne Baynes and her husband Andrew and a grandson, Bryan Baynes. She was the sister of the late Rose…

Dolliff, Thomas E.

DOLLIFF, THOMAS E., 66, of Bristol Passed away Monday at Miriam Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Patricia (Lucas) Dolliff. Father of Michael and Michele Dolliff. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10 AM in St Mary Church Wood St., Bristol. Burial will be private. Please visit www.celebratewithsmith.com

Erickson, Gloria D. (Gargani)

ERICKSON, GLORIA D. (GARGANI), 83, of Blaine Street, Cranston, slipped away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2008 at Cedar Crest Nursing Center, Cranston, after a long illness. She was the wife of the late Claude Erickson. Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Guido and Olga (Garzilli) Gargani. Mrs. Erickson lived a colorful life; attending the Chaloff School of Music and the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. She studied private voice under her benefactor the late Emma Belden of…

Fortune V (Romano) Guida - Bristol, RI

Gardner, Avis (Peck)

GARDNER AVIS (PECK) 98, formerly of County Road Barrington died Tuesday at the South Bay Manor in Peacedale. She was the wife of the late Heman Gardner Born in Barrington a daughter of the late George and Freelove (Holmes) Peck, she lived in Barrington most of her life. She was the last surviving member of the Peck Family, a founding family of Barrington. The funeral service will be held on Friday at 2:30 PM in the Smith-Mason Funeral Home 398 Willett Avenue Riverside with burial in Princes Hill Cemetery in…

Gauvin, Rachel E. (Rosenquist)

GAUVIN, RACHEL E. (ROSENQUIST), 69, of Dahlia Drive, passed away Tuesday at home. She was the wife of the late Roger C. Gauvin. Born in Central Falls, RI she was a daughter of the late Alfred A. and Therese R. (Frechette) Rosenquist. Mrs. Gauvin worked for the North Kingstown School Department for over thirty years, retiring as the North Kingstown High School's Principals Secretary. She was a member of NEARI. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She leaves three children, Michael R. Gauvin…

Hall, Victoria J. (Mastreano)

HALL, VICTORIA J. (MASTREANO), 83, of Scituate Vista passed away November 6, 2006. She was the mother of Kathleen A. Hall, and Michael Hall. A private Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday November 10, 2008.

Langton, Edward B.

LANGTON, EDWARD B., 79, a Marine veteran of the Korean War, died on Veterans Day, November 11, 2008. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Frederick and Margaret (McDermott) Langton. Mr. Langton owned and operated E & M Trucking. He had served on the East Providence Zoning Board, the East Providence City Council and had served one term as the City's mayor. He is survived by his children, Kathleen M. Schio of Seekonk, Patrick E. Langton of Cranston, and Colleen F. Langton of Riverside; his…

Levin, Melvin Norman

LEVIN, MELVIN NORMAN, 84, of Providence, formerly of Warwick died Mon., Nov. 10, 2008 at the VA Medical Center. Born in Providence, RI, he was a son of the late Israel and Edith (Latt) Levin. He was a WWII U. S. Army veteran having served in the Medical Corps and was involved in the 'D' day invasion. He attended Bryant College and Johnson & Wales University. Prior to his retirement in 1982 he had worked for 35 years as a Credit Manager for American Tourister, Inc. He was a member of Temple Emanu…

Martin, Dorothy D. F. "Aunt Darby"

MARTIN, DOROTHY D. F. 'DARBY' 'AUNT DARBY', 48, of Mechanic St. died on November 10, 2008 in South County Hospital. She was a daughter of Doris F. (Snead) Martin and the late Edgerton Martin, Sr. She was the sister of Stanley R. Martin, Kathy A. Martin-Northrup, Roy Martin and the late Edgerton Martin Jr. A funeral service will be held Saturday 10am in Bell Funeral Home, 571 Broad Street. Calling Hours Friday 7-9pm. www.bellfuneralhome.net

Meehan, John A.

MEEHAN, JOHN A., 93 of Atria Harbor Hill, East Greenwich and formerly of Top St, Providence died Tuesday at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of the late Marjorie F. (Bickell) Meehan. He was born in the Fox Point section of Providence. He resided on the East Side of Providence most of his life before moving to East Greenwich two years ago. He was a Letter Carrier out of the Turnkey station for the United States Postal Service for 34 years retiring in 1980. He was a member of the United Postal Service N. A.…

Milhomme, Kendra J.

MILHOMME, KENDRA J., 25 of Burton Ave., died Monday, November 10, 2008 at the Rhode Island Hospital. Born July 10, 1983, in Pawtucket, she was the beloved daughter of Carolyn (Medeiros) and Richard Burgess of Riverside and Kenneth Milhomme of Green Brier, TN. Kendra was formerly a volunteer at the Evergreen House Health Center in East Providence and had previously worked at TJ Maxx in Seekonk, MA. In addition to her parents, she leaves a daughter, Morgan J. Milhomme of Riverside; and her best friend and…

Newman, Herbert C.

NEWMAN, HERBERT C., 85, of Johnston, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Anne L. (Law) Newman. His funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 AM in the TUCKER-QUINN Funeral Chapel, 643 Putnam Ave. (Rte. 44) Greenville. Burial with military honors will be in Highland Memorial Park, Johnston. Visiting Hours Friday 5-8 PM. For full obituary visit www.Tucker QuinnFuneralChapel.com.

Peloso, Francis J.

PELOSO, FRANCIS J. 'MOE', 74, of Warwick Ave., died on Tuesday at the R.I. Hospital. Born in Providence a son of the late Michael & Helen (Gleason) Peloso, he was a Warwick resident most of his life. He was a machine operator for the former Narragansett Brewery for 20 years. He had also been a truck driver for Warwick Lumber for many years. Mr. Peloso was a Navy Veteran and a former member of the Knights of Columbus. He leaves his children: Michael C. Peloso, Jeffrey F. Peloso and Tami Lynch all…

Pendleton, Barbara E. (LaPorte)

Barbara E. (LaPorte) Pendleton, 78, of 2 Sunrise Drive, Westerly, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at the Coventry Skilled Nursing & Rehab. She was the wife of Chauncey Pendleton. Born in Richmond on Nov. 27, 1929, a daughter of the late Henry and Meta (Baton) LaPorte, she was a bookkeeper for Angelo Marone. She enjoyed gardening, reading and spending time with her family. She will be sadly missed by her husband and her children, Todd Pendleton of Westerly, Wanda Gardiner of Hopkinton and Cynthia Ready of…

Pitts, Annie G.

PITTS, ANNIE G., 88 died on November 12, 2008 at Bannister House where she was a resident. She was the wife of the late Raymond Junior Pitts. She was born in Baltimore Maryland a daughter of the late Raymond Mc Neil and the late Annie L. (Pitts) Mc Neil She was the mother of the late Annie D. Pitts. She is survived by 1 Grand daughter Anita Pitts, 3 Great grandchildren Yolanda, Glendora and David Pitts. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11am in Bell Funeral Home 571 Broad Street. Calling hour…

Rita G (Bettey) St. Hilaire - Pawtucket, RI

Robitaille Sr., Donald

ROBITAILLE, DONALD, SR., 70, of Old Quarry Road, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Lucy (L'Europa) Robitaille. They were married for 50 years. Born in Providence, a son of Walter and Helen (McKenna) Robitaille, he lived in Glocester for 26 years, previously living in Smithfield. Mr. Robitaille was a machine operator for AT Wall Company until retirement and he had also worked alongside his wife for her company, In touch Jewelry, in…

Roselyn (Vaccaro) Esposito - Bristol, RI

Ryan, Robert A.

RYAN, ROBERT A., 83, passed away peacefully Monday, November 10th, 2008 at South County Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Angela (Petrecca) Ryan and they were married 61 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late James and Rachael (Stackpole) Ryan, and had been a long time resident of the Elmhurst section of Providence. He worked as a machinist and toolmaker for Wholesworth Manufacturing Co. and BIF Industries before retiring to Narragansett twenty-six years ago. Mr.…

Rzemien, Alan D.

RZEMIEN, ALAN D., 62, of Beverage Hill Avenue, passed away Tuesday November 11, 2008 at Memorial Hospital. Born in Pawtucket he was the son of Alexander and Mary Rzemien. Besides his parents he is also survived by a brother Russell Rzemien and his wife Kathleen of Maryland, three nieces and one nephew. Funeral and Burial will be private. Arrangements by the PRATA FUNERAL HOME, Pawtucket.

Sacharko, Chester T.

SACHARKO, CHESTER T., 87, of Albert Ave., passed away Tuesday at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Claire P. (Fox) Sacharko, they were married for 61 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Joseph and Agnes (Kachanowicz) Sacharko, he had lived in Edgewood for over 50 years. He was a United States Navy Veteran of WWII and had worked at the Quonset Point Naval Air Station for many years. Upon retirement he became a Real Estate Investor for many years. Besides his wife he leaves…

Silva, Luiz M.

SILVA, LUIZ M., 84, of Power St., died at home, Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008. He was the husband of Maria (Correia) Silva. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, on Dec. 15, 1923, he was a son of the late Francisco and Maria (Medeiros) Silva. Mr. Silva was a retired housekeeper from Brown University. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his 7 children, Lucia Cabral and Luis Silva, both of East Providence, John Silva and Joseph Silva, both of Providence, Horatio Silva of West Warwick, Maria Refino of Pawtucket, and…

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Albin, Helen (Kulpa)

ALBIN, HELEN (KULPA), 83, of Fall River died November 10, 2008. She was the widow of Leo F. Albin. Funeral to which relatives and friends are invited will be held Friday at 9 AM from the BOYKO MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 709 Broadway, Fall River, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM at Holy Trinity Church, Stafford Road, Fall River. Interment in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River. Calling hours Thursday 4-8 PM.

Charlotte "Carl" B (Dube) Auclair - Fall River, MA

(11/12/08) Charlotte B. Carl (Dube) Auclair, 82, of Bay St., Fall River, formerly of Oliver St. and Whipple St., widow of Armand Roland Red Auclair, died Tuesday, November 11, 2008. She enjoyed...

Clancy, Frederick C.

CLANCY, FREDERICK C., Battalion Chief (Ret.), P.F.D., 81, of Fort Myers, FL and formerly of Greenville, passed away Saturday, Nov., 8, 2008 in Fort Myers. He was the husband of Elaine Foss 'Lainie' Clancy and the late Ruth M. (Ostlind) Clancy. Born in Providence, a son of the late Patrick J. and Celia (Ryan) Clancy. He lived in Providence and Greenville before moving to Fort Myers ten years ago. Chief Clancy was appointed to the Providence Fire Department in October 1949, promoted to Lieutenant in…

Corbishley, Clifford J.

CORBISHLEY, CLIFFORD J., 90, of Scituate Avenue, Cranston, formerly of Eddy Street, Cranston, entered into rest on Monday, November 10. He was the beloved husband of Ednella 'Nell' (Maraia) Corbishley. They were married for 62 years. Born January 11, 1918 in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Clifford and Margaret (Walsh) Corbishley. He served in the Army during World War II in Europe and Africa. Cliff worked as a carpenter for United Wire Co. for over 32 years before retiring in 1982. He was a…

Davis, Stephen J.

DAVIS, STEPHEN J., died at his home in Rancho Santa Fe, CA on November 9, 2008. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Catherine (nee Walsh) and Patrick Davis. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Seely). Devoted father of Patrick and Amy Davis, Gregory Davis and his fiancee, Danielle Fulton. Dear grandfather of Holly Mackenzie, Sarah Claire, Hope and Patrick Davis. Also surviving are his sister Johanna and her husband Peter Nastri, of New York and his brother Brian and his wife Germaine. Stephen was an…

DiOrio, Patrick Joseph

DiORIO, PATRICK JOSEPH, 60, of Georgiana Drive, passed away Friday, November 7, 2008, at home. Born in Norwalk, CT, he was the son of the late Susan and Joseph DiOrio. Mr. DiOrio was a 1966 Graduate of Norwalk High School, in CT, a 1970 Graduate of St. Michael's College, in VT and earned his MBA at the University of Connecticut. He served in the Army from 1970-1972 and was a long time resident of East Greenwich, RI. He is survived by a son, Joseph DiOrio and daughter-in-law Anggie of Cumberland, a…

Duarte, Helen F.

Frederick C Clancy - Smithfield, RI

(11/12/08) CLANCY, Frederick C., Battalion Chief (Ret.) P.F.D., 81, of Fort Myers, FL and formerly of Greenville, passed away Saturday, Nov., 8, 2008 in Fort Myers. He was the husband of Elaine Foss Lainie...

Harrop, Ruth Barbara

HARROP, RUTH BARBARA, 70, formerly of East Providence, RI, and the last nine years in Myrtle Beach, SC, died Friday, November 7, 2008. Service will be held at St. Michael's and All Angels and Grace Church on Pawtucket Ave., Rumford, RI at a later date.

James Bell - Coventry, RI

(11/12/08) James Bell, 86, of Wisteria Drive, died Tuesday at Sunny View Nursing Home, Warwick. He was the husband of the late Edith (Roch) Bell. Born in England, he was a son of the late Edward and Margaret (Wh...

Josephine (Ricci) DiOrio - North Providence, RI

(11/12/08) Josephine DiOrio (Ricci), 84, of North Providence, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008 at Morgan Health Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Ralph J. DiOrio. Born in North Providence, she wa...

Lavallee, Sandra Mae

LAVALLEE, SANDRA MAE, 66, of Albion Street, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008, at Kent Hospital, after a nine year battle with Polymyositis, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of 45 years to Roger G. Lavallee. Besides her husband, she leaves her loving children, Roger G. Lavallee Jr. of Dayville, CT, Brian, Kevin L., Marc R. and Keith E. Lavallee all of West Warwick, Dawn M. Pare of Cranston and Robin Lombari of West Warwick, a brother, Rudolph E. DeCrescenzo of Narragansett, and…

Lemar, Andrew L.

LEMAR, ANDREW L. 'CAB', 79, of Narragansett and of East Providence, died November 8, 2008. He was an electronics engineer for Channel 12, before retiring in 1997. Born in Providence he was a son of the late Andrew Santos Lima and of Viola M. Inez Harrison. Mr. Lemar was a US Navy veteran of WWII. He was active in the Narragansett Pier Sportfishing Assn. and of the Narragansett Surfcasters. He leaves his children, Kelley Parton and Royce Lemar, both of Ohio; 5 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, and 13…

Lombardi III, Peter

LOMBARDI, PETER, III, 50, of Johnston, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in No. Providence. Born in Providence, he was the son of Peter Lombardi, Jr. of Johnston and the late Louise (Thomas) Nardo, and was the step-son of Susan Lombardi. Mr. Lombardi was a master pipefitter and master refrigeration technician working with his father at Hy-Test Oil Co. until the company was sold, and later working in electric power plants all over New England until illness forced him to…

Nolan, David Michael

David Michael Nolan, 83, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away Nov. 8, 2008, in Palm Harbor, Fla. He was born in 1925 in Springfield, Mass., to the late David M. and Mary R. (Cavario) Nolan. David's greatest joy was being with family and friends, and he will be sadly missed by the love of his life, Frances R. Nolan, his wife of 59 years; his two daughters, to whom he taught the importance of family values, Kathleen Jasmin of Oldsmar, Fla., and Carolyn Wilmar and husband…

Quinn Jr., Walter A.

QUINN, WALTER A. JR., 81, a funeral director for 57 years, died Monday, November 10, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Home & Hospice Inpatient Center. He was the husband of the late Joyce F. (Ring) Quinn. They had been married for 47 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Walter A. and Veronica A. (Daly) Quinn, he had been a resident of the Elmhurst section of Providence before moving to Warwick. A third generation funeral director, he began his career in 1951 at the funeral home's original location…

Rosenstein Cohen, Annette

ROSENSTEIN COHEN, ANNETTE, Scranton, PA, died Saturday, Nov. 8 in the Jewish Home, Scranton. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Al Rosenstein in 1961 and Milton Cohen in 1997. Born in Scranton she was the daughter of the late Morris and Ida Stone Gildar, she was the valedictorian of the Scranton Technical High School class of 1934. Surviving are two daughters, Beverly Schnipper, Elizabeth, N.J., and Elaine Pachter and husband, Howard, Scranton; a son, Jay Rosenstein and wife Judith, Providence,…

Scott Jr., Owen

SCOTT, OWEN, JR., of Ashaway and husband of Eleanor (Eccelston) and father of six died Monday November 10. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Victory Church Rte 3 Ashaway, Friday at 10:00 a.m. Calling hours in Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly Thursday 4-7 p.m.

Sidoti Sr., Joseph F.

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Vartanian, Anna (Mercurio)

VARTANIAN, ANNA (MERCURIO), 93, a resident of Greenville since 1966, died Monday, November 10, 2008 at home. She was the wife of the late John P. Vartanian. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Giuseppe and Teresa (Gentile) Mercurio. Mrs. Vartanian worked for the former Hassenfeld Brothers Co. now Hasbro Toy Co. and the Holy Ghost School Cafeteria for many years. Not having children of her own, she loved the time she spent with her many nieces and nephews. She also enjoyed cooking and baking for her…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/11/08

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Barnes, Richard I.

BARNES, RICHARD I., 76, of Fox Run, died Sunday at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence. He was the husband of Lorraine I. (Mandeville) Barnes and former husband of Diana (Coogan) Barnes. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Grace (Barnes) Pacheco. Richard was an engineer with General Dynamics in Taunton, MA for twenty years retiring in 2006. Besides his wife and former wife he is survived by his children, Susan Barnes-Brown, Jeffrey Barnes, Wenda Barnes, Maribeth Barnes, Christopher…

Celia (Pokross) Dress - Middletown, RI

(11/11/08) Celia Pokross Dress, 100, formerly of Blenheim, died Monday, November 10, 2008 at the Grand Islander Nursing Home in Middletown. She celebrated her 100th birthday in July at a grand party hosted by...

Clifford J Corbishley - Cranston, RI

(11/11/08) Corbishley, Clifford J., 90, of Scituate Ave., Cranston, formerly of Eddy Street, Cranston, entered into rest on Monday, November 10. He was the beloved husband of Ednella Nell (Maraia) Corbishley....

Corrigan, Kathleen Stephanie (Sabo)

CORRIGAN, KATHLEEN STEPHANIE (SABO), of East Greenwich, died on November 8 at Kent County Hospital. She was the wife of 38 years of John F. Corrigan. Kathleen was born in New York City to Anne and Stephen Sabo, and lived there, attending New York University and Queens College and working for Mademoiselle Magazine until she and John moved to Rhode Island in 1972. Kathleen and John have lived in East Greenwich since 1977 where Kathleen raised their four children with maternal passion. Kathleen is survived by…

Croft, Carol A. (Petrucci)

CROFT, CAROL A. (PETRUCCI), 66, of Van Zandt Avenue, Warwick, died on Monday November 10, 2008 at home. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late John and Elenora (Cambio) Petrucci. She is survived by one daughter: Colleen Jernquist of Cranston, two sons: Leonard J. Croft and his wife Cheryl of Cranston and Steven Croft of Cranston. Two brothers: Richard Petrucci of Johnston and Robert Petrucci of CT. Grandmother of 7. She was the former wife of Leonard E. Croft of Cranston. Funeral from the…

David J Langley - Warwick, RI

(11/11/08) LANGLEY, DAVID J., 61, born July 12, 1947 of Warwick and formerly of North Scituate passed away Sunday November 9, 2008 at Kent Hospital. He was self employed for many years at Dave\'s Auto Service...

Dorzi, Peter J.

DORZI, PETER J., of Cady Road in Barrington passed away Sunday at Grace Barker N.H. in Warren. He is survived by two loving daughters Judith Koger of Seekonk and Charlotte, Delaney of Warren. Arrangements are with Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren, where family will receive friends Thursday 8-9 a.m. Funeral Thursday 8:45 a.m. at the funeral home, 10 a.m. in Holy Angels Church Barrington, RI. Burial will be in Maria del Campo Cemetery in Barrington. Please visit…

Duffy, Martin A.

DUFFY, MARTIN A., 64, of Charles St., died Nov. 8, 2008. Martin was the brother of John P. Duffy, Jr., Anna D'Andrea, Rita Sharbuno and Margaret Fairchild. Funeral services private. Arrangements by THE J.F. SKEFFINGTON CHAPEL.

Fox, Carol (Norin)

FOX, CAROL (NORIN), 75, of Weekapaug and West Hartford, CT, died unexpectedly Sunday, November 9th. She was the wife of Paul T. Fox. Born in Hartford, CT, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Isabel (Prentiss) Norin. Mrs. Fox was the beloved mother of Kimberly Fox Egan and her husband Brian of East Norwalk, CT, Melinda Fox of Marblehead, MA, Bonnie Fox Wallace and her husband Christopher of Wakefield and Jennifer Fox Walles and her husband Robert of Wenham, MA; loving grandmother of Baylor, Carson,…

Frechette, Alfred Louis "Al"

FRECHETTE, ALFRED LOUIS 'AL',77, beloved husband of the late Katharine B. Frechette, died Friday, November 7th at his Wickford home, surrounded by loved ones. Al Frechette was born in 1930 in Burlington, VT, and was the only child of the late Dr. & Mrs. Alfred L. Frechette of Brookline, MA. Admired as a man of great dignity, he was known for his dry wit, his love of music and the arts and his fondness for motor sports. He was a consistent source of strength and wisdom to many, both personally…

Gilchrist, Alan

GILCHRIST, ALAN, 52, husband of Laurie (Andrews) Gilchrist of East Ave. passed away Wednesday, November 5th at Philip Hulitar Hospice in Providence, with his family at his side. He worked in the Metal Recycling Industry. Born in Glasgow, Scotland the son of Flora S. (Young) Gilchrist of Scotland and the late Robert Gilchrist. Alan is survived by his loving family, his wife Laurie, two daughters, Meghann and Heather E. Gilchrist both of North Providence, one brother Mark Gilchrist of Smithfield. A Memorial…

Gill-Thomas, Elizabeth A. (Carson)

GILL-THOMAS, ELIZABETH A. (CARSON), 88, of Johnston passed away November 9, 2008. She was the wife of the late Nathaniel A. Gill and the late James F. Thomas, Jr. and the daughter of the late Charles and Nora (McGlynn) Carson. Elizabeth was a fiscal officer for the Providence Police Dept. for over 20 years. She was also a member of Local 1033 and the Cranston Senior Center. She was the mother of Wayne P. Gill and his wife Deborah, William J. Thomas and his wife Sandra and the late N. Anthony Gill. She was…

Hall, Gene A.

HALL, GENE A., 67, of Melrose Street, died Friday, November 7, 2008 at RI Hospital. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Robert and Alice (Redford) Hall. Gene was employed as a mathematics teacher in the junior high and high school with the Coventry School Department for 35 years before retiring. He was a graduate of RI College, where he was a dancer and choreographer. He was an active member for many years with the Elmwood Foundation and was involved in several charitable and non-profit…

Jackson, Wallace C.

JACKSON, WALLACE C., 97, of St. Joseph Street and formerly of Cumberland, died Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Mount St. Francis Health Center, Woonsocket. He was the husband of the late Viola L. (Garner) Jackson. Born in Cumberland, a son of the late Frederick and Sarah (Greene) Jackson, he had lived in Cumberland for most of his life. Mr. Jackson was a supplier in the twisting room of Owens Corning Fiberglas before retiring. He was a former member of the Cumberland Tenants Association and a former volunteer…

Johnson Jr., Conrad T.

JOHNSON, CONRAD T., JR., 49, of Warwick, a self-employed construction worker, died Saturday, November 08, 2008. Born in the Bronx, NY, a son of Conrad T. Johnson and the late Gertrude A. (Sauter) Johnson, he had been a Warwick resident most of his life. He was the father of Conrad T. Johnson, III and Matthew J. Johnson. His funeral will be held Thursday at 9 AM from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Kevin Church, Sandy Lane at 10AM. Burial…

Langley, David J.

LANGLEY, DAVID J., 61, born July 12, 1947 of Warwick and formerly of North Scituate passed away Sunday November 9, 2008 at Kent Hospital. He was self employed for many years at Dave's Auto Service Center in Pawtuxet Village, and most recently ventured into carpentry and a pool business. He was a devoted and loving father to his children Krystal, Kyle, Sean, and Janelle (and dear Janelle born 11/5/91). He leaves behind an ex-wife Kerry of 11 years, a sister Carol in NY, and other family. He served in…

Lautieri, Luigia (DiCarlo)

LAUTIERI, LUIGIA (DiCARLO), 86, a homemaker of Providence Street, died Friday at Caritas Norwood Hospital. She was the wife of the late Rosindo Lautieri. Born in West Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Domenic and Marianne (Pinto) DiCarlo. She was the beloved mother of John P. Lautieri and his wife Gail of Mansfield, MA, Marianne L. Minahan and her husband Stewart of Fayetteville, AR, and Antoinette 'Toni' Lautieri and her husband Tullio Pitassi of Glocester, RI. Caring sister of Mary…

Medo, Dolores (Augustine)

MEDO, DOLORES (AUGUSTINE), of Ocala, FL, and formerly of Providence, passed away November 5th, 2008. She was the wife of the late Albert W. Medo and the former wife of the late James A. Simpson. Born in Norwalk, CT, a daughter of the late Walter and Stella (Zoldak) Augustine. She had lived in Providence for over 20 years prior to living in Ocala, FL. Dolores graduated from Bryant College. She was a certified L.P.N at the former St. Joseph's and Cranston General Hospitals for many years. She leaves five…

Olufowobi Sr., Heskay

OLUFOWOBI, HESKAY SR., 56, a construction worker, of Peace Street, died Tuesday at Roger Williams Medical Center. He was the husband of Sonia (Reid) Olufowobi. Born in Igebu, Nigeria, the son of the late Alli Olufowobi and Sabanatu (Oduwole) Olufowobi of Nigeria. Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by son, Heskay Olufowobi Jr., daughters, Davia Williams and Oluseyi Olufowobi, all of Providence. Funeral 10am Saturday in Bright Funeral Home, 290 Public Street, Providence. Burial will be in Oakland…

Pulcini, Francis

PULCINI, FRANCIS, 84, of Westfield Dr., Cranston, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband for 56 years of Maria A. (Zonfrilli) Pulcini. Born in Warwick, a son of the late Pietro and Maria (Tanzi) Pulcini, he resided in Cranston for the past 28 years. Mr. Pulcini was a master mold maker in the jewelry industry and worked at Trafari Jewelry Company for 27 years and later at other companies before retiring in 1986. He was a member and past chairman of the…

Quinn Jr., Walter A.

Robert W Schinese - Cranston, RI

(11/11/08) SCHINSE, ROBERT W., 69, of Cranston passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 at R.I. Hospital. He was the loving husband of Jeannette (Badeau) Schinse. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late...

Rose, Arline M. (McCabe)

ROSE, ARLINE M. (McCABE), age 82, of Smith St., passed away on November 9th at Miriam Hospital. She was the wife of the late Lt. Joseph J. Rose (PPD, Ret.). Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late John T. and Emma V. (Daneker) McCabe. Before retirement in 1987, Mrs. Rose was a state employee with the RI Dept. of Transportation, as a systems analyst for over 30 years. She was a loving and caring person who will be sadly missed, especially by her grandchildren, Rebecca, Tessa, Joseph and Emma Rose.…

Santos, Olga

SANTOS, OLGA, 74, of Sumach Avenue, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2008. She leaves one sister, Brenda Pepin of Viera, FL; one brother, Richard Santos of Coventry; and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Ronald Santos. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at 11 AM in St. Martha's Church, Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence. Burial will be private. Arrangements by PERRY/MCSTAY FUNERAL HOME.

Schinse, Robert W.

SCHINSE, ROBERT W., 69, of Cranston passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 at R.I. Hospital. He was the loving husband of Jeannette (Badeau) Schinse. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Francis A. and Rachel (Mayne) Schinse. He served in the Navy from 1957 to 1959. Mr. Schinse was a pipe fitter for the State of Rhode Island before retiring in 2001. He is also survived by his children Robin M. (Schinse) DeLomba, Rhonda J. (Schinse) Evans and son-in-law Anthony Evans. He was the grandfather of…

St. Cyr, Dorothy C. (Sullivan)

ST. CYR, DOROTHY C. (SULLIVAN), age 95, of Cedar Pond Dr., passed away on November 9th at Miriam Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Bernard A. St. Cyr. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Daniel F. and Catherine (Brennan) Sullivan. Before retirement, Mrs. St. Cyr was employed by the State of R.I. with the Employment Security for over 30 years. She was a loving and caring person, who was devoted to her family. Loving mother of Joan M. St. Cyr of Yardley, PA and Judith Robertson of…

Thomas, James

THOMAS, JAMES, 59, of Wakefield, on Nov. 10th. Husband of Paula (Northup) Thomas, father of Jamie Thomas and Alison Thomas, brother of Charles Thomas, Jr. and Michael Thomas. Funeral Thursday 9 AM from AVERY-STORTI Funeral Home, Wakefield, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Francis of Assisi Church. Visiting hours Wednesday 5-7 PM. For memorial donations and full obituary: averystortifuneralhome.com

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Adelaide "Dee" (DiRobbio) Spicola - Providence, RI

(11/09/08) Adelaide Dee Spicola ( DiRobbio ), 95, of Providence, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 at the Village at Waterman Lake. She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur A. Spicola. Born in Providence...

Blais, Andre A.

BLAIS, ANDRE A., 74, of Warwick Avenue, died Saturday (11/8/2008) at Kent County Hospital. Born in Woonsocket, a son of the late Albert and Eva (Menard) Blais, he had lived in Warwick since 1988. He was the husband of Doris M. (Bouvier) Blais and the late Juliette Y. (Gravel) Blais. Mr. Blais was a member of the Warwick Council K of C, a member of the Le Gaischanteur Lefoyer Club and the Old Warwick Grange. He was also a member of a singing quartet special to funerals and a member of the West Bay Chorale.…

Borzaro, Jean A. (D'Amico)

BORZARO, JEAN A. (D'AMICO), 71, of Cranston, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center in Providence after a three year battle with cancer. She was the beloved wife for 53 years of Anthony J. Borzaro. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Louise (Ileo) D'Amico. Jean worked for the Providence School Department for 13 years as one of the first human relations specialist before retiring in 1985. She was past president of the Western Cranston Garden…

Brown, William H.

William H. Brown, 70, formerly of Old Post Road, Westerly, died on Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 28, 2008, at the VA Hospice in Tucson, Ariz. He is survived by his sister, Frances Lord of Westerly, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Brown was born in Westerly on March 8, 1938, the son of the late Herbert and Phyllis (McCall) Brown. William was a member of the United States Army who attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and served in the Vietnam War. He also was a truck driver and an air traffic controller…

Caputo, Loreta (Forte)

Fazio, Maria C. (Varone)

FAZIO, MARIA C. 'MARY' (VARONE), 84, of Greenwood Street, passed away Friday November 7, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center after a nine month illness. She was the wife of Gaetano Fazio. They were married for 62 years. Born in Providence a daughter of the late Louis and Angelina (Baldassari) Varone. She was a jewelry worker until retiring in 1986, lived in Cranston for 47 years and was a Communicant of St. Matthew Church. Besides her husband, she leaves a son, Thomas A. Fazio, Retired…

Gity, Vangel

GITY, VANGEL, 84, of Pawtucket, died Saturday at home. He was the husband of the late Claire (Spink) Gity and the son of the late Christo and Domnica (Lity) Gity. Mr. Gity worked for the US Dept. of Defense for 35 years prior to his retirement. He was a World War II Air Force veteran. He was the companion of Viola Cavanaugh. He is also survived by his son William Gity, his brothers Thomas and Demitri Gity, his sisters Catherine Gity and Sophie Showalter, his granddaughters Tina Goncalves and Shannyn Nelson,…

Madeleine (Levesque) Audet - Fall River, MA

(11/09/08) Madeleine (Levesque) Audet, 88, of Delcar St., Fall River, wife of Armel L. Audet, Jr., died Saturday, November 8, 2008. A Durfee High School graduate, she was a member of Bakers Beach,...

Mallory, Gertrude M. (Carey)

MALLORY, GERTRUDE M., (CAREY), 86, of Warwick an inspector for Lessona Corp. before retiring, died Friday, November 7, 2008 at home after an illness. She was the wife of the late William E. Mallory and a daughter of the late George A. and Elsie M. (Falkenberg) Carey. Mrs. Mallory was a communicant of St. Kevin Church. She is survived by her friends, Cindy and Ron Cooke and family, Alberta and Harold Sisco, and Dot Salisbury. Her funeral will be held Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. from the Thomas & Walter Quinn…

Mary "Del" D (Desrosiers) Martel - Fall River, MA

(11/09/08) Mary D. Del (Desrosiers) Martel, 70, of William St., Fall River, formerly of Beattie St., wife of Richard R. Dick Martel, Sr., died Saturday, November 8, 2008. She enjoyed bowling, bingo and...

Medo, Dolores (Augustine)

Moore, Leona (Fisher)

MOORE, LEONA (FISHER), 80, formerly of Shepherd Drive, Wakefield, died Sunday at Sunny View Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Donald W. Moore whom she married on July 9, 1949. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Robert A. and Rose G. (Mulvey) Fisher. Mrs. Moore was a Bookkeeper for R.I. Hospital Trust National Bank until her retirement in 1988. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, and reading. Devoted to her family, she was the beloved mother of…

Paolucci, John Francis

PAOLUCCI, JOHN FRANCIS, LT. COL. USAF (Ret). on Thursday, October 30, 2008 of Reston, VA passed away unexpectedly. John was born on December 9, 1942 in Providence, RI. Son of Felix (deceased) and Dora, brother of Filomena and Lavinia (Louis), beloved husband of Barbara, devoted father of Matthew (wife Stephanie) and Christine (husband Michael) and loving grandfather of Joey, Max and Sarah. He retired after serving 20 years in the United States Air Force, spent several years with Lockheed Martin and most…

Placido, Emma (Palmieri)

PLACIDO, EMMA (PALMIERI), 84, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Benjamin Placido Sr. for 60 years. She is survived by her son Benjamin Placido Jr., brother William Palmieri, daughter-in-law Angela Jasparro, grandaughters Dee Natale & Alicia Barbour. She was the loving great grandmother to Matthew, Nicholas, Anthony & Alyssa. She was preceded in death by her parents Nicolo & Rosa (DeFusco) Palmieri & brothers Ralph & Alfred. Calling hours will be held…

Silliphant, John F.

SILLIPHANT, JOHN 'JACK' F., 81, of Larry Lane, Riverside, died Friday, November 7, 2008. He was the husband of the late Dolores (Costa) Silliphant, who died August 19, 2008. Born May 29, 1927, in Chelsea, MA, he was a son of the late Charles F. and Vera (Porter) Silliphant. He served in the Seabees, Navy and then retired from the U. S. Coast Guard. During his USCG career he served on the USCG cutters Buttonwood, Courier (Voice of America), Mellon, Eagle and Vigilant. After his military retirement he…

Spicola, Adelaide (DiRobbio)

SPICOLA, ADELAIDE 'DEE' (DiROBBIO), 95, of Providence, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 at the Village at Waterman Lake. She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur A. Spicola. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Carlo and Sylvia (DeAngelis ) DiRobbio. Mrs. Spicola had been a self employed dress maker. She was a communicant of St. Pius Church. She leaves a brother, Carl DiRobbio of Greenville and several nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Jack, Mario and Anthony…

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Wagoner, William W.

WAGONER, WILLIAM W. 'BILLY', 53, of Smith Street, Riverside died peacefully on Sunday November 9, 2008, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer at the Philip Hulitar Impatient Hospice Center surrounded by his loving family. Born in North Kingstown, a son of the late Thomas E. and Dorothy E. (Rivers) Wagoner, he lived in Riverside for 16 years previously residing in Barrington for 28 years. Mr. Wagoner was a bus driver for the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority for the past 5 years. Billy…

Wallace C Jackson - Cumberland, RI

(11/10/08) Woonsocket Wallace C. Jackson, 97, of St. Joseph Street and formerly of Cumberland, died Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Mount St. Francis Health Center, Woonsocket. He was the husband of the late Vio...

Washington, Earl F.

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/09/08

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Adelaide "Dee" (DiRobbio) Spicola - Providence, RI

Boccanfuso, Michael

BOCCANFUSO, MICHAEL, 52, of Wakefield St. and formerly of Warwick, died Thursday November 6, 2008 in the Kent County Hospital, Warwick. He was the husband of Margaret A. (Nunes) Joyal-Boccanfuso. Mr. Boccanfuso was born in Providence, a son of Dorothy (Horton) Boccanfuso of Providence and the late Michael Boccanfuso. He had worked as a boiler operator for the former Quebecor Co. in Providence for many years until retirement. He was a member of the Multiple Sclerosis Society RI Chapter. Besides his wife and…

Brown, William H.

Bryant, Harold A.

BRYANT, HAROLD A. 'HARRY', 83, of West Warwick, died Friday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Marilyn (Walker) Bryant. They were married for 58 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late William and Louise (Jones) Bryant. In his later years he was a Design Engineer for Hasbro, Inc. Besides his wife he leaves a son Kenneth Bryant and his wife Joyce, a daughter Judith Williams and her husband Richard, four grandchildren, Coralee and Kendra Bryant and Victoria and Cameron…

Capuano, Janet A. (Pow)

CAPUANO, JANET A. (POW) age 63 of Wild St., passed away on November 7th at Miriam Hospital. She was the wife of the late Richard A. Capuano. Born in Providence, a daughter of M. Helen(Durlack) Pow and the late Douglas Pow. She was the loving mother of Christopher D. Capuano of Willowgrove PA and Kathleen A. McGloin of No. Providence. Sister of Michael Pow of No. Providence and sister of the late Carl Pow. Janet was a loving and caring person who will be missed by many, especially by her precious…

Cohen, Max

Deffley, Mark B.

DEFFLEY, MARK B., 26, of Goldsmith Avenue, East Providence, a self-employed contractor, died Friday, October 31, 2008. He was the loving husband of Nicole (Miguel) Deffley. Born in Providence, he was a son of Michael W. Deffley and his wife Christine (Storin) Deffley of Scituate and Paula (Cavanagh) Charland and her husband William Charland of Scituate. He is also survived by his beloved children; Kayleigh A., Brendan M., and Brody G. Deffley, and his siblings; Michael J. Deffley of Pawtucket, John P.…

DesGranges, Louise E. (Breault)

DESGRANGES, LOUISE E. (BREAULT), 75, of Park Way Ave., Cranston, formerly of Hopkins Hill Rd., Coventry, passed away Friday, November 7, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Coventry, she was a daughter of the late Armand J. and Ethel M. (Rathbun) Breault. She was the longtime companion to Michael Muksian of Cranston, and the former wife of the late Cloyde A. DesGranges. Louise worked at the former Army Map Service in West Warwick for 25 years before retiring. She was the former owner of Nails Victorian…

Fish, Donald R.

FISH, DONALD R., 73, of Missouri Drive, died Thursday at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of the late Barbara A. (Rancourt) Fish. Born in Acushnet, MA, he was a son of the late Raymond and Blanche (Miller) Fish. Don was a loving husband and father, adored Papa of Ashley, Andrea, Emma and Amelia and a passionate NY Giants fan. He is survived by his children, Donald J. Fish and his wife Lisa of East Greenwich, Linda M. Fish and her companion Christine Geddis of Pawtucket, and Kerri A. Lynch and her husband…

Gold, Lillian

GOLD, LILLIAN, 89, of Quincy, MA, died Friday, November 7. Beloved wife of the late Isador Gold. Devoted mother of Roselyn Herman of Hull, MA and Lisa Penn and her husband Michael of Warwick. Loving grandmother of 4. Cherished great-grandmother of 3. Funeral services will be held Monday at 10:00 a.m. in SHALOM MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1100 New London Ave., Cranston. Burial to follow in Quincy, MA. Shiva will be observed at Temple Am David, 40 Gardiner St., Warwick, Monday 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions…

Harriet, Irving

HARRIET, IRVING, 98, of Pawtucket, died November 7, 2008. He was the husband of the late Lillian Harriet. Born in Romania, a son of the late Lazarus and Rachel (Leibovici) Harriet, he came to Rhode Island at the age of 9, and had lived in Pawtucket most of his life. Mr. Harriet was a member of Temple Emanu-El, and the Jenks Lodge of the Masons. In his youth he played semi-professional tennis, and enjoyed playing basketball at the Jewish Community Center. He is survived by his children, Rochelle Jaffe of…

Keegan, Shirley A. (Lenihan)

KEEGAN, SHIRLEY A. (LENIHAN), 74, of North Providence, passed away on Thursday. She was the beloved wife of Robert Keegan and daughter of the late John and Margaret (Silva) Lenihan. Mrs. Keegan had been employed as a Customer Service Supervisor for the Friendly Corporation before her retirement. A kind and gentle woman, Shirley was very committed to charitable work and was particularly devoted to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Jon Caliri, a daughter,…

Laurie, Robert J.

LAURIE, ROBERT J., 59, of Peacedale Rd., died Thursday in the Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. He was the beloved husband of Maureen C. (Kemp) Laurie. They would have celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on November 19th. Born in Pawtucket he was the son of the late Earl F. and Helen (McNally) Laurie. He resided in Cumberland for the past 28 years. He was employed as a service advisor by Bald Hill Dodge, Warwick for the past four years. He was a U. S. Navy veteran serving six tours of duty in…

Liguori, Antoinette C.

LIGUORI, ANTOINETTE C., 70, of Westerly, Rhode Island and Boynton Beach, Florida, died peacefully at home on Friday, November 7, 2008, after a courageous battle with lymphoma. A devoted mother, Toni leaves behind her husband of 43 years, Bob, as well as her son Chris and his wife Melissa; her daughter Karen Eaton and her husband Craig; her son Jeff and his fiance Kim Cartelli; her son Bobby, and a brother, Joseph F. Parise, Jr. Toni's greatest joy was her family; nothing made her happier than spending…

Lombardi, Eleanora A. (Cipriano)

LOMBARDI, ELEANORA A. (CIPRIANO) 85, of Oak Hill Dr., Johnston, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston. She was the wife of Matthew Lombardi. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Felicia (Mandato) Cipriano. Besides her husband, she was the mother of Joseph Lombardi of Johnston, James Lombardi of Lutz, FL and the late Matthew A. Lombardi. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jessica L. Pierson, Joseph A. Lombardi, Matthew Lombardi, Jr.,…

Madeira, Arnold R.

MADEIRA, ARNOLD R. 80, of Narragansett (formerly of Cranston), passed away Wednesday, November 5th at home. He was the husband of the late Nancy (Powell) Madeira, and the close companion of Susan M. Alukonis. Born in New Bedford, Mass., son of the late Manuel A. and Aurora M. (Rocha) Madeira. Mr. Madeira worked for may years as an electrician before switching careers to work at Computer Associates, Inc. until retirement. He leaves four children, Lynn Madeira of Upton, Mass., Laurie Romano of Deltona, FL,…

Madeleine (Levesque) Audet - Fall River, MA

(11/09/08) Madeleine (Levesque) Audet, 88, of Delcar St., Fall River, wife of Armel L. Audet, Jr., died Saturday, November 8, 2008. A Durfee High School graduate, she was a member of Bakers Beach,...

Mary "Del" D (Desrosiers) Martel - Fall River, MA

Nomizu, Professor Katsumi

NOMIZU, PROFESSOR KATSUMI, Florence Pirce Grant University Professor Emeritus, Brown University, and internationally known mathematician died on November 5 in Providence, Rhode Island. He was born December 1, 1924, in Osaka, Japan. He earned an M.S. degree from Osaka University in 1947 and attended Columbia University on a U.S. Army-Fulbright scholarship. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of Chicago in 1953 and earned an Sc.D from Nagoya University in 1955. He met his wife-to-be Kimiko on the boat…

Stephanopoulos, Gina "Jennie" (Tomao)

STEPHANOPOULOS, GINA 'JENNIE' (TOMAO), 91, formerly of Cranston, passed away Friday, November 7, 2008 at Scalabrini Villa in North Kingstown. She was the wife of the late John Stephanopoulos and mother of the late Stephen Stephanopoulos. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Angelo and Mary (Tullo) Tomao. She is survived by three sisters, Alice Pupella, Louise DeQuattro and Lorraine DiBiase and one brother Carmine Tomao, all of Johnston and was the sister of the late Michael Tomao and…

Testa, Loretta T. (Bannon)

TESTA, LORETTA T. (BANNON), 82, of Tamarac Dr., died Wednesday at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. She was the wife of the late Albino A. Testa, Jr. Born in the 'North End' section of Providence, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Loretta T. (Hoye) Bannon, Sr. She is survived by her children, Thomas D. Testa of Greenville, Kenneth A. Testa of North Providence, Jean M. Dwyer of North Scituate, Barbara A. Sousa of Coventry, Kathleen J. Corry of Lincoln and Deborah L.…

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Vanasse, Arthur J. "Skip"

VANASSE, ARTHUR J.,'SKIP' 55 of Maple Avenue, Barrington passed away Friday at home. He was the husband of Nancy (Pouliot) Vanasse. Born in Fall River, MA he was the son of the late Arthur and Bette (Dagais) Vanasse. Arthur was a Driver for Munroe Dairy and was very active with his son in Boy Scouts. Besides his wife he is survived by his son Dylan A. Vanasse, three step-children Christine Sisto, Timothy Smith, Teddy Davidson, and two sisters Sharon Vanasse and Melanie Madden, and three…

Vangel Gity - Pawtucket, RI

(11/09/08) Vangel Gity, 84, of Pawtucket, died Saturday at home. He was the husband of the late Claire (Spink) Gity and the son of the late Christo and Domnica (Lity) Gity. Mr. Gity worked for the US Dept. of...

Verrengia, Pietro

VERRENGIA, PIETRO 'PETER', 83, of Senate St., passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Arlene F. (San Souci) Goyette Verrengia and the son of the late Antonio and Maria (Broccoli) Verrengia. He was father to Michael C. Goyette of Taunton, MA, Steven C. Goyette of Pawtucket and Robert D. Goyette of Providence. He was grandfather to five. Brother of Anna Kelley of No. Providence, and the late Guido and John Verrengia of California, Lucy Pernorio of No. Providence…

Walsh, David I.

WALSH, DAVID I., 90, of Kingsland, GA, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Hospice Center in Providence, RI. Born in Amesbury, MA, he was the only son of Nicholas and Catherine (Wall) Walsh. Predeceased by his wives Jane (Chase) Walsh and Helen (DeFina) Walsh, he is survived by his wife Constance (Foster) Walsh, of East Greenwich, RI. A beloved father and grandfather, he leaves six children, David Walsh of McNeal, AZ, Edward Walsh of Copley, OH, Mary Patty of Wakefield, RI,…

Yankee, Barbara Jean (Swanson)

YANKEE, BARBARA JEAN (SWANSON), 73, of 22A Victory Street, Cumberland surrounded by her family entered into rest on November 4th. She was the wife of Joseph L. Yankee, Sr. Born in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late Einar and Elvira (Persson) Swanson. She served her country as a WAC during the Korean War as a Medic receiving basic training at Camp Breckinridge, KY. She continued in the nursing profession specializing in home care for the elderly for 50 years. She was an active member of BVCAP,…

Zotti, Jennie (De Stefano)

ZOTTI, JENNIE, (DE STEFANO), 102, of Johnston, died Wednesday. She was the wife of the late Mario Zotti. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Francesco and Josephine (Imondi) DeStefano. Ms. Zotti relocated to Johnston in 1956 where she lived until her death. She is survived by her daughter-in-law Mary Jane Zotti of Johnston; three grandchildren, Mario Zotti of Johnston, Denise DiPippo of Cranston, and Robert Zotti of North Providence; and three great grandchildren. Ms. Zotti was the mother of…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/08/08

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Abrams, Daniel S.W.

ABRAMS, DANIEL S.W., 25, of West Hollywood, CA, died November 3, 2008. Born in Boston, a son of David Abrams and Marion Wachtenheim of Pawtucket, he had been a resident of California for 2 years. He was pursuing his passion as a creative script writer. Mr. Abrams was a graduate of Yale University, Class of 2006. Besides his parents, he is survived by his brother, Aaron Abrams, of Pawtucket; his sister, Tanya Abrams-Klein, of San Francisco; and his grandmother, Ruth Wachtenheim of New York. The funeral…

Bensusan, Clare

BENSUSAN, CLARE, 87, died Monday, November 3. She was the beloved wife of Albert Bensusan. They were married for 63 years. Born in Waltham, MA, a daughter of the late Carl and Mary (Winer) Simon, she had lived in Warwick, formerly of Cranston. She was an administrative assistant at Brown University. Clare was an active member of the Brown Learning Community. Devoted mother of Rick Bensusan and his wife, Ellen, of Bristol and Leslie Paine and her husband, Herbert Holman, of Oakland, CA. Dear sister of Al…

Bertha (Perrault) Michel - Tiverton, RI

(11/07/08) Bertha (Perrault) Michel, 93, of Carpenter St., Tiverton, widow of Lucien Michel, died Thursday, November 6, 2008. A member of ILGWU-UNITE, she was employed by King Philip Mill and Floral...

Bourguignon, Alice R. (Murray)

BOURGUIGNON, ALICE R. (MURRAY), 87, of Kingstown Road, formerly of North Providence, passed away November 6th. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank P. and Ida E. (Gay) Murray, and wife of the late Robert E. Bourguignon. Mrs. Bourguignon leaves 3 nieces, Nancy J. Clausen, Lin M. Patty, and Cynthia M. Moreau; 2 grandnieces and 2 grandnephews. She was the sister of the late Albert and Francis Murray. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10…

D'Elia, Patricia A. (Fournier)

D'ELIA (FOURNIER), PATRICIA A., 68, of North Kingstown, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Kent Hospital in Warwick. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Cosimo A. D'Elia, Sr. and Mary Ellen (McKenna) D'Elia. Patricia was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her son, Bernard H. Fournier and his wife, Lisa; two daughters, Christine T. Conte and her husband, Michael and Cathleen M. Fournier; a brother, Cosimo A. D'Elia, Jr., five…

Doreen McElroy - Fall River, MA

(11/07/08) Doreen McElroy, 42, of American Legion Highway, Westport, formerly of Fall River, died Thursday, November 6, 2008. A former employee of the James L. Maher Center at the Naval Base, Newp...

Ernest D Ferrelli - Warwick, RI

(11/07/08) Ernest D. Ferrelli, 90, of Potters Avenue, Warwick, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. A lifelong resident of Warwick, he was a son of the late Gaetano and Filomena (Zinni) Ferrelli. Erne...

Francisco, Kathleen

FRANCISCO, KATHLEEN, 67, died Thursday, peacefully at home. She was the beloved wife of Fernando Francisco. Born in Attleboro she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Katherine Jost. She resided in Pawtucket for the past 41 years. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, Pawtucket and was a member of the church Women's Guild and choir. Besides her husband she leaves four children, Michael Francisco of Burrillville, Susan Zuba of Pawtucket, Mark Francisco of Lincoln and Steven Francisco of…

Hogan, Robert J.

HOGAN, ROBERT J., 83, of Sugar Hill, NH, formerly of Providence, RI, passed away peacefully on September 23 at Lafayette Center in Franconia, NH. Born in Lawrence, MA, he graduated from the former Keith Academy in Lowell, MA in 1943 and served in the 10th Mountain Division of the U.S. Army during WWII. Following graduation from Amherst College in 1948, he moved to Providence. He attended RISD where he met his first wife the late Deborah Bolas Hogan with whom he founded Hogan & Bolas, Inc., a hand…

Karl J McNulty Jr. - North Kingstown, RI

(11/07/08) Karl J. McNulty Jr., 83, of Pine River Drive, a retired computer engineer, died Sunday in South County Hospital, South Kingstown. He was the husband of Consuelo V. McNulty. Born in Providence, he...

McNulty Jr., Karl J.

McNULTY, KARL J. JR., 83, of Pine River Drive, a retired computer engineer, died Sunday in South County Hospital, South Kingstown. He was the husband of Consuelo V. McNulty. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Karl J. McNulty Sr. and Elizabeth (Brayton) McNulty. A veteran of The United States Navy, he served in World War II. Mr. McNulty had been employed by Leesona and then with Harris Corp. until his retirement. He had been a past Commander of The Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 707, the DEO…

Purtill, Katherine D.

and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Liturgy, which will be celebrated Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Michael the Archangel Church, 60 Liberty St., Pawcatuck. There is no procession from the funeral home to the church. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations in Katherine's memory to Hospice of Southeastern Connecticut, 27 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360 or to St. Michael School, 63 Liberty St., Pawcatuck, CT 06379.

Renzulli, Anthony L.

Simmons II, Wallace A. "Wally"

SIMMONS, WALLACE A. 'WALLY'II of Lincoln died Wednesday at Miriam Hospital. Born in Attleboro, he was a resident of the Pawtucket and Lincoln area for many years. Survivied by beloved wife, Eileen 'Burney' (Burns) Simmons and cherished daughter, Caitlin Simmons, and one brother and two sisters. Funeral Monday at 9:00 AM from DARLINGTON MORTUARY OF L. HEROUX & SON, 1042 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in ST. Jude Church, Lincoln. Calling hours in funeral home…

Smith, Dora M. (Fracasso)

SMITH, DORA M. (FRACASSO), 96, formerly of Bates Avenue, Warwick, died on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at the The Village at Waterman Lake in Smithfield. She was the wife of the late Charles E. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Smith were married for over 60 years. Born in East Providence, she was a daughter of the late Guiseppi and Pasqualina (Cripano) Fracasso, and the step-daughter of the late Christina (D'Aleno) Fracasso. She lived in Providence before moving to Warwick in 1969. Mrs. Smith is survived by two sons,…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/07/08

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Albert J Rivard - Pawtucket, RI

(11/06/08) Pawtucket ~ Albert J. Rivard, 83, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Margaret Peggy (Steakem) Rivard for 56 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late A...

Chase, John L.

CHASE, JOHN L., a retired higher education specialist at the Department of Education and a former college teacher, died at Epoch on Blackstone Boulevard in Providence, R.I. on Nov. 4. He was 90. Born in New Haven, Conn. on May 2, 1918, Mr. Chase was the middle of three sons of Herbert L. and Ethel James Chase. Prior to his retirement in 1979, Mr. Chase was a program manager for the Co-Op Program at the U.S. Department of Education, where he worked for 21 years. During World War II, he was a research analyst…

Chauvin, Paul R.

CHAUVIN, PAUL R., 54, of High Ridge Drive, died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Elaine L. (Hayward) Chauvin. Born in Central Falls, a son of Doris (Bricault) Chauvin Villemure of Woonsocket and the late Ernest Chauvin, he had lived in North Providence before moving to Cumberland 15 years ago. Mr. Chauvin was a Vectra Engineering Manager for Ticona of Florence, KY for the past 9 years. He was a graduate of Lincoln High…

Donnelly Jr., Stephen F. "Red"

Ernest D Ferrelli - Warwick, RI

Ferrelli, Ernest D.

FERRELLI, ERNEST D., 90, of Potters Avenue, Warwick, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. A lifelong resident of Warwick, he was a son of the late Gaetano and Filomena (Zinni) Ferrelli. Ernest was employed with Getty Oil for 35 years and upon retiring spent winters in Florida where he enjoyed golfing. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Schofield) Ferrelli and three children, Janet (Richard) Galloway of Cumberland, Ernest Jr. of Norwich, CT, and David (Deborah) Ferrelli of Dallas, TX, five…

Hathaway, Augusta Prout "Gussie" (Dallaire)

HATHAWAY, AUGUSTA PROUT (DALLAIRE) 'GUSSIE' formerly a resident of 49 Mathewson Road, Barrington for over 50 years, passed away Wednesday at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center in Providence. She was known for her flower gardens around the stone wall at her home. She was the wife of the late Robert W. Hathaway, Jr., and L. Austin Prout. Born in Bouctouche, New Brunswick, Canada, she was the daughter of the late John B. and Bertha (Leger) Dallaire. Her personal interests were gardening, swimming, and…

Leo R McAloon, Jr. - Portsmouth, RI

(11/06/08) Leo Skip Raymond McAloon, Jr., 74, born August 25, 1934, the husband of Barbara (Balzano) McAloon died Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at home. He was the son of the late Leo and Agnes (Cooney) McAloon...

McCoy, Lucille Emma

McCOY, LUCILLE EMMA. Age 87, of Murphy, Texas passed away on November 3, 2008. For complete obituary and service information or to leave an on-line condolence for the family, please visit our website: www.allenfamilyfuneraloptions.com

O'Connell O.P., Brother Francis Kevin

O'CONNELL, BROTHER FRANCIS KEVIN, O.P., 72, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at Rhode Island Hospital, following a serious illness. He was a member of the Dominican Friars (Order of Preachers) of the Eastern Province of St. Joseph and of the Dominican Community of St. Thomas Aquinas Priory at Providence College. Born Francis Jeremiah O'Connell in New Haven, Conn., on April 20, 1936, a son of the late Jeremiah Francis O'Connell and Agnes Elizabeth (Hines) O'Connell, he graduated from St.…

Oakley, John

OAKLEY, JOHN, 93, of South Bay Manor, died Wednesday. He was the husband of the late Inga (Miller) Oakley. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Frederick R. and Hilda (Lucas) Oakley. Mr. Oakley was the founder of Precision Buckles Corp, a leading manufacturer of shoe buckles and shoe ornaments in the US and Europe and a holder of many industrial manufacturing patents. He was a benefactor and co-chairman of RI Life Saving Week for many years and an avid land and sea pilot. He constructed Historical…

Palumbo, Joseph R.

PALUMBO, JOSEPH R., 92, of Middletown and formerly a resident of Barrington, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the Forest Farm Nursing Home, Middletown. He was the husband of the late Helen (Ricciardi) Palumbo. They had been married 58 years. Mr. Palumbo was born in Barrington, the son of the late Giuseppe and Concetta (Petrucci) Palumbo. He was a longtime resident of Barrington. Mr. Palumbo was employed as a store keeper at the Quonset Naval Air Station for many years. He was a proud veteran…

Paul R Chauvin - Cumberland, RI

(11/06/08) Cumberland Paul R. Chauvin, 54, of High Ridge Drive died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Elaine L. (Hayward) Cha...

Pepler, Margaret F. (Casey)

PEPLER, MARGARET F. (CASEY), 83, died Tuesday Nov. 4. 2008 in Fatima Hospital, North Providence. Wife of the late Harold J. Pepler, they lived in Mapleville for many years. Born in Millville, MA, she was the daughter of the late James and Christina (Rudnitski) Casey. Mrs. Pepler worked as a Postal Clerk for the Mapleville Post Office. She was a Communicate of Our Lady of Good Help Church, Mapleville. She is survived by two sons, Harold J. Pepler Jr. and his wife Linda of Glocester, James A. Pepler and his…

Rivard, Albert J.

Rodrigues, Leo

RODRIGUES, LEO, 77, husband of Dolores (Martin) Rodrigues, died peacefully at Cornerstone Hospice in The Villages, FL after a long illness. Leo was born in Fall River, MA, the son of Mariano and Maria (Faria) Rodrigues. He was employed as a Journeyman Pressman and Foreman with North East Folding Box before retiring in 1990. Leo moved to The Villages, FL in 1991 from Swansea, MA, where he had enjoyed living for 31 years. He was an avid pinochle player/teacher, a bowling enthusiast, loved fishing with his…

Savin, George J.

George J. Savin, 80, of Stonington, beloved husband of the late Irene (Rogers) Savin, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008. A full obituary will appear in Friday's newspaper. The Mystic Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.

Scowcroft, Wilson C.

SCOWCROFT, WILSON C., 92, November 5, 2008. Beloved husband of Harriet M. (Ide) Scowcroft and son of the late Joseph T. and J. Eileen (McManus) Scowcroft. Father of Thomas W. Scowcroft and Lorraine G. Okerholm. Brother of the late Walter J. Scowcroft. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. His funeral will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. from the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Kevin Church, Sandy Lane at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Pawtuxet…

Shaw, Stephen D.

SHAW, STEPHEN D., 56, of Old Lyme, CT (formerly of West Warwick, RI) a designer for Proto-Power Corporation in Groton, CT for 12 years, died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2008. Born February 5, 1952 in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Daniel W and Helen J. Shaw. Stephen was a dedicated provider to his beloved wife of 18 years, MaryLee Shaw (Brigham). In addition to his wife he also leaves son Christian D. Shaw of Coventry, RI; son Matthew J. Shaw of West Warwick, RI; daughter Lindsay N.…

Stavolone, Marion G. (Testa)

STAVOLONE, MARION G. (TESTA), 80, of Brewster Dr. Warwick, passed away Wednesday October 29, 2008 at The Arbors of Bedford, in Bedford NH. She was the beloved wife of the late Pasco 'Pat' Stavolone. Born in Providence a daughter of the late William and Angelina (Cardillo) Testa. Mrs. Stavolone was a secretary for the Warwick Health Center for 25 years until her retirement. She is survived by her loving daughters, Patricia Stavolone of NH and Joanne Stavolone of Warwick. She was also the cherished…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/06/08

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Alter, Eleanor Reed

ALTER, ELEANOR REED, 100, of Victory Highway, died late Tuesday afternoon, November 4, 2008 with her youngest son, Ernest by her side in St. Antoine Residence, No Smithfield. She was the wife of the late Nicholas M. Alter, M.D. who died in 1970. Born May 4, 1908 in Montgomery, AL, the daughter of the late Eleanor Fray Cochran and Prentiss Bishop Reed, she had lived in No. Smithfield since 1956. She was a 1926 graduate of the Scarborough School in Tarrytown, NY. She was a 1930 graduate of Smith College,…

Belhumeur, Armand

BELHUMEUR, ARMAND, 91, a lifelong resident of Central Falls, and a son of the late Gaspard and Regina (Johnson) Belhumeur died on Monday. Funeral Saturday at 9:00 AM from the DARLINGTON MORTUARY OF L. HEROUX & SON, 1042 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in St. Matthew Church, Central Falls. Calling hours in funeral home Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. John Vianney Residence, 493 Mt. Pleasant St., Providence, RI 02908.

Blanck, Semon

BLANCK, SEMON, 82, of Warwick, died November 4, 2008. He was the husband of Carole (Weinstein) Blanck. They were married for 50 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Harry and Sarah (Shulman) Blanck. Mr. Blanck was a graduate of the Admiral Faragut Academy in Tom's River, NJ. He was a Seaman III Class in the U.S. Navy during WWII, serving in the Pacific Theater and receiving the Purple Heart. His passions were golf, tennis, boating and the love of his grandchildren. He was gentle and kind.…

Brown, Wayne D.

BROWN, WAYNE D., age 63, of 2 Pawtucket Avenue, Bristol, a 32 year member of the Bristol Fire Department, died Monday, November 3, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, after being stricken at his home while responding to a vehicle fire call. Born in Central Falls, a son of the late Frank R. and Elinor (Marsh) Brown. Mr. Brown was a Tax Assessor for Central Falls for the past 4 years. He previously was the Tax Assessor in Bristol during the 1980's and for Warren from 1992-2002. A graduate of…

Brucks, Judy A. (Troll)

BRUCKS, JUDY A. (TROLL), 51, of Foxboro, MA died on Monday following a brief illness. Wife of Jonathan L. Brucks, founder and president of New Age Technologies, Inc. in Attleboro. Born on July 25, 1957, she was the daughter of Joseph and Yolanda 'Lonnie' (Ventura) Troll both of Hadley, MA. She resided in Foxboro since 1991 and previously resided in the West Roxbury section of Boston and was raised and educated in Hadley where she was a graduate of Hopkins Academy. Ms. Brucks received her Bachelor of…

Crabtree, Esther (Acciaioli)

CRABTREE, ESTHER (ACCIAIOLI), 78, of Manhattan Street, passed away November 5th at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Antonetta (Iannetta) Acciaioli and had been the wife of John Crabtree, Jr. for 52 years. Mrs. Crabtree had worked for the Providence School Department for 20 years before retiring. She enjoyed being with her family and playing the piano. Besides her husband, she leaves her son, John S. Crabtree and his wife Anna Babayeva; sister, Mary…

DeCrescenzo, Michael D.

DeCRESCENZO, MICHAEL D., of Main Street, Riverside, died unexpectedly on November 2, 2008 at Milford Hospital, Milford, MA. Born in Providence, a son of Daniel DeCrescenzo Jr. of Johnston and Linda M. (Morris) DeCrescenzo of Riverside, he was a lifelong resident of Riverside. Mr. DeCrescenzo was a salesman for the IMA Nova Packing Co., Leominister, MA for the past 8 years. Michael enjoyed competitive power lifting, body building, golfing, riding motor cycles and spending time with his family and friends. He…

DiCristofaro, Louis A.

Durkin, Jack

DURKIN, JACK age 76, of Peabody, formerly of Narragansett, R.I., beloved husband of Kathy (McCabe) Durkin, died Monday morning at the Beverly Hospital. Jack and his wife Kathy Operated Durkin Cottages in Narragansett. In addition to his wife, Jack is survived by his children, Erin Leighton and her husband, Dennie of Scarborough, ME, Jim Durkin and his wife, Becky and John Durkin and his wife, Cheryl all of Narragansett, RI, six grandchildren. He was also father of the late Steve Durkin and brother of the…

Gustafson, Barbara S. (Butler)

GUSTAFSON, BARBARA S. (BUTLER), 73, of Appleton St., died November 3, 2008 in Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, North Providence, RI. She was the wife of David A. Gustafson. Mrs. Gustafson was born in Providence, a daughter of the late James and Marian (Hamill) Butler and had been a lifelong resident of Cranston. She had been an office worker at AIPSO Co. in Johnston for several years until her retirement and was a member of the Bethany Lutheran Church in Cranston. Besides her husband, she is survived by a…

Imondi, Carmine Henry

IMONDI, CARMINE HENRY 'HANK', 87, departed this life November 3, 2008 at Avow Hospice in Naples, Florida after a prolonged period with Alzheimer's disease. Born in Providence on November 12, 1920 to the late Angelo Imondi and Vincenza (Mancini) Imondi, he was the oldest son of eleven children. He was an Air Medal recipient of the 529th Bomb Squadron of the Army Air Corps during WW II and flew 33 missions in the Pacific Theater. A graduate of North Providence High School, he was also educated in…

Joseph Mello - Fall River, MA

(11/05/08) Joseph Mello, 83, of Slade St., Fall River, uncle of Barbara Georges, Mary Jorge, Madeline Medeiros and Joseph, Margaret and Melinda Mello, died Monday, November 3, 2008. He was employ...

Lage, Lena

LENA LAGE, 95, of Warwick, formerly of Fall River, mother of John P. Lage and Linda (Lage) Coulombe of Warwick, died Tuesday. Visitation Saturday 5-7 PM in Auclair Funeral Home, 690 S. Main, Fall River followed by funeral service at 7:00 PM. Donations to the Affirmation Center, 1111 Langley St., Fall River MA 02720 would be greatly appreciated. Online guest book at AuclairFuneralHome.com

Langevin III, George D.

Lanna, Vincent

LANNA, VINCENT, Lucille Lanna, MD, whose father Vincent Lanna died Nov. 3, 2008, resides in Warwick, not Narragansett.

Lena (Bosi) Lage - Fall River, MA

(11/05/08) Lena (Bosi) Lage, 95, formerly of Foote St., Fall River, widow of John Lage, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008. A member of Holy Rosary Parish, she worked in the garment industry for 50 year...

Leo R McAloon, Jr. - Portsmouth, RI

Leporacci, Doreen (Houldcroft)

LEPORACCI, DOREEN (HOULDCROFT), of West Kingston for the past two years and formerly resided in Coventry and in Providence, died peacefully on November 4th in the South County Hospital in Wakefield surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 19, 1926 in Litchfield, England she was a daughter of the late John and Elsie Houldcroft. She met and married the love of her life Guisseppe (Joseph) Leporacci when he was a GI stationed in England during WWII. They were married for 57 years when he passed away in…

McAloon Jr., Leo Raymond

McALOON, LEO 'SKIP' RAYMOND, JR., 74, born August 25, 1934, the husband of Barbara (Balzano) McAloon died Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at home. He was the son of the late Leo and Agnes (Cooney) McAloon of Pawtucket, RI. Mr. McAloon, a graduate of St. Raphael Academy and Bryant College, owned and operated Willow Brook Manor Nursing Home in Portsmouth as well as Leo R. McAloon Real Estate and Insurance Agency. Mr. McAloon was National Committeeman of the Young Democrats of Rhode Island and served under…

McMahon, James D.

McMAHON, JAMES D., 'GRAMP', 92, passed away November 4, 2008 at home surrounded by his family. He was the adored husband of the late M. Helen (James) McMahon. Born in Manchester, NH, he was a son of the late Edward J. and Florence M. (Davis) McMahon. He was a manager for the former New England Telephone & Telegraph Company for over 40 years retiring in 1976. He graduated from the former Providence Tech 1934 and attended the University of New Hampshire and was a member of their Varsity Hockey…

Melino, Joyce E.

MELINO, JOYCE E., 50, sister of Patricia Engilis, Daniel, Charles and Michael Melino and the late Grace Russell, Paul and William Melino. Residence St. Cloud, FL, formerly of Hans Street, Cranston. Her funeral services will be held on Saturday at 10:00am at the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston. Visiting Hours: Saturday morning 9:00-10:00am. Visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.

Mello, Lucille (Desmarais)

MELLO, LUCILLE (DESMARAIS) who celebrated her 69th birthday Sunday with her family, of Watson St., died Tuesday evening, November 4, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of Joseph C. Mello, Jr. Born November 2, 1939, in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late Henri and Roseanna (Beaulieu) Desmarais. In addition to her husband of 36 years, she leaves her sons, Scott Henri Mello and Christopher Joseph Mello and his wife Stephanie, all of Seekonk; her stepchildren, Joseph C. Mello III of…

Nichols, Anna Mae

NICHOLS, ANNA MAE, 86, of Douglasville, GA, died on October 29, 2008 at home. She was the wife of the late George E. Nichols. A funeral service will be held Saturday at 10am in Pond Street Baptist Church, 17 Chester Ave., Providence. Calling Hours Friday 7-9pm in Bell Funeral Home, 571 Broad St., Providence. www.bellfuneralhome.net

Normand Leo Jean - Fall River, MA

(11/05/08) Normand Leo Jean, 80, of Adams Ct., Fall River, husband of Marie (Jacob) Jean and father of Lee N. Jean, died Monday, November 3, 2008. A well known musician, he also operated Leo Jeans...

Pelletier, Maurice C.

PELLETIER, MAURICE C., 86, of James St., died Tuesday, November 5, 2008 at the VA Medical Center, Providence. He was the husband of the late Catherine (Casey) Pelletier. Born in Burriville, RI, on April 29, 1922, he was a son of the late William and Corona (LaMont) Pelletier. Mr. Pelletier was a US Navy veteran of WWII of the Korean War. He is survived by his three children, Cecelia Dias of Jacksonville, FL, Clarence Pelletier of Riverside, and Gail Pelletier, also of Riverside; 6 grandchildren, 10 great…

Prindle, Martin S.

PRINDLE, MARTIN S., age 81, of 18 Brookwood Rd., Bristol, died Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at the Silver Creek Manor Nursing Home, Bristol. He was the husband of Mary (Scolaro) Prindle, his wife of 57 years. Born in Providence and a lifelong Bristol resident, he was a son of the late Guy and Grace (Boyce) Prindle. Mr. Prindle was a wire worker for the former Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corp formerly in Bristol and Portsmouth retiring in 1980. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church,…

Procopio Sr., Joseph H.

PROCOPIO, JOSEPH H., SR., 85, of North Providence, a retired registered pharmacist and a former director of hospital pharmacy, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. He had lived in Providence before moving to North Providence in 1986. He was the husband of the late Lydia (Marra) Procopio. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Teresa (Bove) Procopio. Mr. Procopio was a magna cum laude graduate of Classical High School, Class of 1941 and a cum laude graduate of the former RI…

Savin, George J.

Souza, Alfred Paiva

SOUZA, ALFRED PAIVA, 88, of North Providence passed away on Tuesday. He was the beloved husband of Evelyn (Medeiros) Souza and son of the late Frank Paiva and Olive (Bicho) Souza. Mr. Souza was a veteran Of WWII, serving in the European Theater, most notable Normandy and Germany. Mr. Souza was a school bus driver for the Serpa Company before his retirement. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Rosemarie Volante; two sons, Alfred and Kenneth Souza; four sisters, Ruth Medeiros, Anna Lupo, Alice DiPalma, and…

Testa, John

TESTA, JOHN, 82, of Forest View Drive, formerly of Charlotte Street, passed away unexpectedly on November 4th. He was the beloved husband of Joan C. (Lawton) Testa for 54 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Nicolina (Rampone) Testa. Mr. Testa was an equipment superintendent for the BT Equipment Co./Gilbane Co. for 42 years before retiring. He served as Commander of Amvets Post #9; Past Treasurer and member of the North Providence Democratic Town Committee; Chairman of the North…

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Rhode Island Obituaries 11/05/08

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Arsenault, John A.

ARSENAULT, JOHN A., 93, formerly of Park Avenue, died Monday at the Shady Acres Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late Mary J. (White) Cauley. Born in Prince Edward Island, Canada, a son of the late Benjamin and Joanne (Peters) Arsenault, Mr. Arsenault was a machinist at Brown & Sharpe for 27 years retiring in 1977. He was the step father of Dennis J. Cauley of Providence and the late Richard H. Cauley and leaves 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. His funeral will be Thursday at 9 AM from…

Bannon, Mary Marcia

BANNON, MARY MARCIA, (known as Marcia) died Friday, October 31, 2008 in Bloomfield, CT. She was a resident of Hartford, CT and formerly of Pawtucket, RI. Born in Pawtucket, the daughter of the late Edwin and Elizabeth (Mulholland) Bannon. She was also the sister of the late Robert Bannon. She is survived by a cousin, Edward Mulholland of Cumberland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 9 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Pine St., Pawtucket .

Barbara S (Butler) Gustafson - Cranston, RI

(11/04/08) Gustafson, Barbara S. (Butler), 73, of Appleton St., died November 3, 2008 in Our Lady of Fatima Hospital , North Providence, RI. She was the wife of David A. Gustafson. Mrs. Gustafson was born in Pro...

Baukus, Chelis (Bursley)

BAUKUS, CHELIS (BURSLEY), of Warwick, died on Monday, November 3, 2008 at the V.A. Medical Center in Providence. She was the wife of the late Leonard G. Baukus. Born in Providence, and a 1942 graduate of Brown University, she was the first woman from Rhode Island to serve as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. She was a veteran of World War II. Mrs. Baukus was employed at Walsh-Kaiser Shipyard in Providence. She was a life member of the Rhode Island Yacht Club and the Warwick Historical Society. Her sister…

Boulet, Edward P.

BOULET, EDWARD P., 44, of Warwick died Sunday, November 2, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Jennifer E. (Fleming) Boulet. Born in Cranston, a son of Louise (Nickerson) Berardis and the late Raymond Boulet he lived in Warwick for most of his life. He was employed as a foreman in the building/maintenance department for the city of Warwick and was a member of AFSCME, Local 1651. He was the devoted father of Steven E. Wolfenden and Matthew T. Boulet; brother of Raymond Boulet, Jr., Tammy Zawadzki, Angela…

Bright, Judith A.

Codagnone, Beatrice H. (Massey)

CODAGNONE, BEATRICE H. (MASSEY), 81, of Benefit St. Pawtucket, passed away Monday November 3, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice In-Patient Center in Providence. She was the beloved wife of Guido Codagnone. They were married for the 32 years. Born in Cumberland a daughter of the late Harvey Sr. and Mary (Mulvey) Massey. Besides her husband she is survived by her loving children, Thomas O'Malley of Barrington, Evelyn Levesque of North Providence, and Don O'Malley of Arkansas. She was the cherished…

Cooney, Jeanette A.

COONEY, JEANETTE A., 71, of Waterman Ave., died November 4, 2008. She was the companion of the late John Belcastro. She is survived by her children; Brenda Cooney of Seekonk and John Cooney of East Providence. She was the sister of Vincent Rossilli of Seekonk and the late Frank Rossilli. The funeral will be held on Friday at 8AM from the Rebello Funeral Home, 901 Broadway East Providence, RI. A Funeral Service will follow at 9AM in RI Veteran's Memorial Chapel in Exeter. Calling hours will be held on…

Cruickshank, Irene Bromley

CRUICKSHANK, IRENE BROMLEY, 87, of Kingstown Road, Kingston and formerly of New London, NH died Sunday. She was the wife of Alexander M. Cruickshank and they were married 64 years. Born in Westerly, she was a daughter of the late Hollis T. and Alice (Tetlow) Bromley. She grew up in Bradford and attended the Bradford Elementary School, the Westerly Junior High School and graduated from Westerly High School in 1939. Mrs. Cruickshank was employed at Bradford Dye Association as a Secretary of the Payroll Office…

D'Ambra, Frank K.

D'AMBRA, FRANK K., 80, of Attleboro, formerly of Mansfield and Rhode Island died on Friday, October 31, 2008. He was the husband of Dorothy (DeCristofaro) D'Ambra and the brother of Sharon Ambrosino of Johnston, Rhode Island. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, November 8th at 11:30 A.M. in St. Mary's Church, 330 Pratt St., (Route 106), Mansfield. For complete obituary and additional information please visit www.shermanjackson.com

Flynn, Eileen R.

FLYNN, EILEEN R., 62, of Edgewood, passed away Monday at Kent Regency in Warwick. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late John and Catherine (Smyth) Flynn. She had lived in Cranston most of her life. Eileen attended U.R.I. She was a claims representative for All-State Insurance for many years, retiring due to illness. Eileen also volunteered as a teacher's aide in the Providence School Dept. She leaves four brothers John 'Jack' Flynn of Norwood, MA, Robert Flynn of North Kingstown, Thomas…

Giblin, Esther L. (Vanner)

GIBLIN, ESTHER L. (VANNER), 86, of Fairway Drive, died Sunday at Falmouth Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph P. Giblin. Born in Cranston, a daughter of the late John F. and Alice (Gay) Vanner, she lived in Cranston most of her life, previously living in Johnston. Mrs. Giblin was a communicant, and past president of the Rosary and Alter Sodality, of Immaculate Conception Church, for many years. She was also the past president of the Meshanticut Garden Club. Esther leaves two daughters, Gay P.…

Gustafson, Barbara S. (Butler)

Hammond, Roland A.

HAMMOND, ROLAND A., 86, formerly of William Ellery Place, Providence, died on Monday, November 3, 2008 at the home of his niece, Paula Duffy, in Warwick. Born in Providence, a son of the late William R. and Maude (O'Gara) Hammond, he was a life-long Providence resident. He was a graduate of Central Evening High School, and Pasadena College, California. Mr. Hammond was an Army veteran of World War II, and served with the 83rd Coastal Artillery, Fort Rosecrans, San Diego, CA, and with the 104th Calvary…

Hughes, Theresa A. (Travelyn)

HUGHES, THERESA A. (TRAVELYN), 76, of Washington Street, Warwick, died on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at Miriam Hospital in Providence. She was the wife of Thomas J. Hughes. Mr. and Mrs. Hughes were married for 50 years. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Pasco and Lena (Grandchamp) Travelyn, she lived in Warwick for 50 years. Mrs. Hughes was employed at the former Star Market in the Lakewood section of Warwick for 20 years, retiring in 1975. She was a member of St. Peter's Church Women's…

Lanna, Vincent T.

and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial, which will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. in St. Vincent de Paul Church, Route 216, Bradford. Burial with military honors will be in St. Sebastian Cemetery, Westerly.

Lewis, Clifford

LEWIS, CLIFFORD, 85, born in Fall River MA, May 9, 1923 died Saturday Nov. 1. He lived at Elmhurst Extended Care. He was widowed for six years to Rose Lewis. Father to two daughters, Linda Cronin of Cranston, and Trudy Carman of North Kingstown. He had three grandchildren, John Cronin Jr., Thad Carman, and Samantha Carman. In his working career he was a real estate title examiner. He worked for Title Guarantee Company and the law firm Manning Santenello and West. He lived most of his life on Orchard Street,…

Lyons, Charles "Kevin"

LYONS, CHARLES 'KEVIN', 62, of the Harborside Healthcare Rehabilitation Center, Main Avenue, Warwick, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at home. He was born in Providence a son of the late Charles A. and Margaret E. (Killilea) Lyons. He is survived by his sister Peggy Armstrong and her husband Robert of Cranston and his brother Edward F. Lyons and his wife Elaine of Cape Coral, FL. He was the brother of the late Lynne Lyons and cousin of Doris Byrne of Cranston. He is also survived by several…

Martin, Paul E.

MARTIN, PAUL E. 'GRAMPS', 75, of Eleanor Drive, passed away Monday at Kent Hospital. He was the husband of Camilla 'Millie' (Bessacini) Martin. They had been married for 52 years. Born in West Warwick, a son of the late Thomas H. and Delia B. (Smith) Martin. He was a lifelong resident of the Pawtuxet Valley. Mr. Martin was a driver with United Parcel Service for 35 years before retiring in 1995. He was an Army Veteran, a member of the Teamsters Local #251 and a former member of the B.P.O.E.…

Miles C Fisk - Middletown, RI

(11/04/08) Miles Charlton Fisk, 21, of Middletown, and formerly of Jamestown, died Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Newport. Born in Newport on April 10, 1987, he was a son of Michael G. Fisk of Roswell, GA, and L...

O'Grady, Edward A.

O'GRADY, EDWARD A. 'TIGER', 68, of Fremont Street, died Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at the Rhode Island Hospital. He was the loving husband of Dolores (Leonardo) O'Grady. Born April 14, 1940, in Providence, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ruth (Coria) O'Grady. Mr. O'Grady worked as a contractor. In addition to his wife of 46 years, he leaves four daughters, Susan Tatarian of Providence, Judith Medeiros of Rehoboth, Pamela Sousa of East Providence, and Michele DeBarros of Odenton,…

Picard, Arthur A.

PICARD, ARTHUR A., 95, of Rex St., passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the Westview Healthcare Facility. He was the husband of the late Lovina E. (Kosiba) Picard. Born in Warwick, he was a son of the late Joseph and Eva (Blissert) Picard. Arthur, a lifelong West Warwick resident, was employed for many years by the State of RI as a truck driver, retiring in 1979. He was the father of Barbara A. DiChristofaro of West Warwick, and the late Arthur A. Picard, Jr. Brother of Joan Magiera of West Warwick, and…

Quigley, Thelma L.

may call one hour prior to the service. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.

Remington, Lucille B.

REMINGTON, LUCILLE B., 80, of Cranston passed away comfortably after a long illness on October 31, 2008. She was the wife of Raymond T. Remington, mother of Debbie, Thomas, Dianne, and Kathleen. She was also a grandmother and great grandmother. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday at 11:00 am in the ROMANO FUNERAL HOME, 627 Union Ave., Providence. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lucille's memory to the Alzheimer's Assn., RI Chapter, 245 Waterman St.,…

Santos, John F.

SANTOS, JOHN F., 57, of Gano Street, passed away Monday, November 3, 2008, at home. He was the beloved fiance of Arlene J. Barros. They had been together for 32 years. Born in North Providence, he was the son of the late, Frank J. and Pauline (Viera) Santos. John was a clerk in the Microfilm Department at the Providence Public Library for thirty two years. Besides his fiancee he leaves one daughter, Sonya M. Barros; one son, Jason M. Barros both of Providence; one sister, Francesca Santos; six brothers,…

Taylor Sr., David R.

TAYLOR, DAVID R., SR., 67, of Wakefield, passed away Sunday at RI Hospital. He was the husband of the late Janice L. (Brothers) Taylor. Born in South Kingstown, he was a son of the late Otis and Ida (LaVoice) Taylor. Mr. Taylor was a former construction worker. He leaves four children, Dawn M. Kitts of Madison, WI, DeAnna Taylor of FL, David R. Taylor, Jr. and Gayle S. Burton both of Wakefield; and fifteen grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother and two sisters. He was predeceased by seven siblings.…

Thelma L Quigley - Cranston, RI

(11/04/08) Cranston Quigley, Thelma L., 89, of 75 Oaklawn Avenue, died Sunday at Roger Williams Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Robert F. Quigley. Born in Plainville, MA, she was daughter of the...

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Vanti, Andrew R.

VANTI, ANDREW R., 77 of East Washington St. and formerly of Pawtucket died Sunday at the Miriam Hospital, Providence. Retired Operation Manager for Dupuis Oil of Pawtucket and Marvel-DeBross Oil of Taunton, MA. Born in Pawtucket he was the son of the late Jean Vanti Sr. and Mary (Ritronato) Vanti. Mr. Vanti was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He held membership in the American Legion for over 56 years and was an active member of the Sherman-LeClerc-Monteiro Post 86 of Cumberland. On the State level…

Violet F (Wulff) Worden - North Kingstown, RI

(11/04/08) Violet F. Worden, of North Kingstown, passed away peacefully Sunday surrounded by her loving family at home. She was the wife of Arthur B. Worden. Born in Providence, a daughter of the lat...

dosSantos Jr., Antonio F.

dosSANTOS, ANTONIO F., JR., 69 of Ivy Street, passed away Friday, October 31, 2008 in the Miriam Hospital, Providence. He was the husband of the late Maria (Gomes) dosSantos. Born in San Nicalau, Cape Verde, he was a son of the late Antonio F. dosSantos, Sr. and Paula (Oliveira) dosSantos. He leaves a companion, Clarinda Neves of East Providence; two sons, Antonio Neves of Leesberg, Florida, Jose A. dosSantos of Waltham, Mass.; three sisters, Rose Silva, Mary Almada and Angelita Santos all of East…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/04/08

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Adeniyi, Adebayo Titus

ADENIYI, ADEBAYO TITUS, 63, of Central Avenue, died Sunday, October 26th, at Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Lillie Mae (Johnson) Adeniyi. Born in Nigeria, he was the son of the late Asabi & Josaiah Adeniyi Arimoro. Funeral 10am Saturday in Bright Funeral Home, 290 Public Street, Providence. Burial will be at North Burial Ground, Providence. Calling Hours 7-9pm Friday. www.Bright-FuneralHome.com

Boegler, Douglas John

BOEGLER, DOUGLAS JOHN, 49, of West Greenwich, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Kent Hospital, Warwick. Born in Hartford, CT, December 17, 1958 he was a son of Jack and Priscilla Boegler. He was a Toolmaker at Demaich, in Johnston. Besides his parents, he is survived by a daughter Amy Boegler; his grandmother Gertrude Boegler; his sisters Janice Tasca and her husband David and Debra Fleet and her husband Sam; his brother David Boegler and his wife Stefanie; five nieces and two nephews. A Requiem…

Cheves-Badway, Bryan S.

CHEVES-BADWAY, BRYAN S., 46, of Carroll Avenue, passed away October 31st at home. Born in Springfield, MA, he was a son of Barbara F. (Forte) Badway and stepson of Joseph Badway, with whom he resided, and the late William L. Cheves. Brother of Shane Cheves and his wife Tracey; uncle of Justin and Jared Cheves; and nephew of Maria Forte. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday at 11 a.m. in St. Raymond Church, 1240 North Main St., Providence. Visiting hours are…

Clifford Lewis - Cranston, RI

(11/03/08) Lewis, Clifford 85, born in Fall River MA. May 9, 1923 died Saturday Nov. 1. He lived at Elmhurst Extended Care. He was widowed for six years to Rose Lewis. Father to two daughters, Linda Cronin of...

Colangelo, Rose M.

COLANGELO, ROSE M., 86, of Aberdeen Street, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the wife of the late Domenic Colangelo. A lifelong resident of West Warwick, she was a daughter of the late Manuel and Maria (Ferriera) Gil. Rose worked in food service for 5 years at the RI Medical Center in Cranston. She also worked as a lace puller at the former Valley Lace in Hope and the former Baker Lace in Coventry. She is survived by her niece and caretaker, Nancy DiMartino and her husband…

Couto, Rita E.

COUTO, RITA E., 91 of Main St., died Saturday at Riverview Healthcare. She was the wife of the late Manual Couto. Her first husband was the late Patrick O'Neill. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Alfred Erickson and the late Eva (Lawson) Holden, she had lived in Providence for most of her life and in Cranston for five years before moving to Coventry in 2001. She worked in the jewelry industry for several local companies including Trifari, Coro and Spiedel and had also worked at Rau Fastener…

Degnan Sr., Edward P.

DEGNAN, EDWARD P., SR., 65, of Rockcrest Drive, died Saturday evening after being stricken at home. He was the beloved husband of Karen M. (Toombs) Degnan. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late William E. and Helena F. (Ryan) Degnan. Mr. Degnan was a Parole Officer for the State of Rhode Island Department of Corrections for 36 years retiring in 2003, and had also worked part time at The Kent House in Warwick. After his retirement from the State, he continued his profession at The Kent House. He was a…

Denice, Ernest B.

DENICE, ERNEST B., 88, passed away November 1, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Eleanor (Kaleta) Denice. Born in E. Greenwich, he was the son of the late Nicola and Angela (Russo) Denice. He was a laborer for the former Maloney & Rubien Construction Company and a maintenance technician at the former Fleet Bank in East Greenwich. He was a WWII US Army Air Corp veteran serving in Caloundra, Queensland, Australia. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons; Ernest and James Denice, a…

Gates, Donald

Meeting, 99 Morris Ave., Providence, R.I. 02906

Hall, Anna M.

HALL, ANNA M., 81, of Boyden Blvd., died Monday, November 3, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. She was the wife of Fred J. Hall to whom she was married for 51 years. She was born in Providence a daughter of the late Pasquale & Mary (DeLeo) Ferraro. Mrs. Hall worked in the accounting department at New England Telephone before retiring. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers, and the Manton Seniors Bowling League. She was a communicant of St. Martha Church and also a member of the Rosary & Altar Society.…

Laboissonniere, Leopold O.

LABOISSONNIERE, LEOPOLD O., 88 of Gemini Dr., died Monday, November 3, 2008 at the Harris Health Center. He was the husband of Rita B. (Poirier) Baril-Laboissonniere. He was born in Central Falls, a son of the late Frank & Marie (Dube) Laboissonniere. Mr. Laboissonniere was a mail clerk for the Robbins Company before retiring. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 1271, Central Falls, the Delaney Council #57 Knights of Columbus & the East Providence Senior…

Lanna, Vincent T.

LANNA, VINCENT T., 80, husband of Josephine (Spagnolo) Lanna, died November 3, 2008 at his home in Quonochontaug. Born in Yonkers, NY, he was the son of the late Thomas and Lucia (Carone) Lanna. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving post WWII and during the Korean War, where he was honorably discharged. In 1980, he and his family moved to RI. He was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul Church, where he also served as both Lector and Eucharistic Minister. He loved to play tennis, fish, and spend time with his…

Mildred M (Lincoln) Comey, R.N. - Cranston, RI

(11/03/08) Cranston Mildred M. (Lincoln) Comey RN, 87, died October 28, 2008 in the Scandinavian Home in Cranston. She was the widow of Everett E. Comey. She was born in London, England the daughter of the...

Miles C Fisk - Middletown, RI

Moreau, Grace A.

MOREAU, GRACE A., 90, was a daughter of the late Donato and Maria (Bicho) Palumbo.

Perry, Bruce E.

PERRY, BRUCE E., 64, of Wriston Avenue, Warwick, RI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He was predeceased by his late wife, Ellen V. (Braxton) Perry. He was the husband of Catherine E. (Gomes) Perry. Born in Providence, he was the son of Ethel P. (Washington) Perry and the late Ivory K. Perry. Besides his wife, he is survived by his two daughters Donna L. Brown of Pawtucket, RI and Nicole L. McKay and her husband…

Thelma L Quigley - Cranston, RI

(11/04/08) Cranston Quigley, Thelma L., 89, widow of Robert F. Quigley, mother of Robert and Patricia, grandmother of 5, great grandmother of 2. Funeral service Thursday at 11 AM at Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Ho...

Turgeon, Alfred W.

TURGEON, ALFRED W., 85, of Smithfield, a WWII veteran and recipient of the Purple Heart died peacefully Sunday, November 2, 2008 surrounded by his family. He was the husband of the late Arline T. (Dufault) Turgeon, father of Allen Turgeon, and the late Mark, David Turgeon and Linda Procaccini; brother of Theresa Zakalski and the late Anita Dufault, Louise Palardy, and Reina Diogenes. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. His funeral will be held Thursday at 8:45 a.m. from the…

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Worden, Violet F.

WORDEN, VIOLET F., of North Kingstown, passed away peacefully Sunday surrounded by her loving family at home. She was the wife of Arthur Worden. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Hans and Violet (Wenman) Wulff. Mrs. Worden had worked as a Key Punch Operator at Quonset and General Dynamics until retiring. Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, Wayne and Clifford Worden, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was the sister of Doris Fogell, Kenneth Wulff and the late Richard…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/03/08

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Barrett, Mary A. (Coleur)

BARRETT, MARY A. (COLEUR), R.N., R.D.H., passed away Sunday, November 2, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late John F. Barrett. Daughter of the late Ralph and Mary M. (Grimes) Coleur, until recently she was a resident of Pawtucket, her birthplace, and a summer resident of Little Compton. A graduate of Pawtucket High School (now Tolman), the Memorial Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse and the Forsyth Institute of Dental Hygiene, Mrs. Barrett was one of the first dental hygienists in Rhode…

Clifford Lewis - Cranston, RI

DeFruscio-Forbes, Cora D. (Padykula)

DeFRUSCIO-FORBES, CORA D. (PADYKULA), 86, of Pawtucket, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2008. She was the wife of Ufford Forbes and the late Rocco DeFruscio. Born in Central Falls, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Wladislawa (Golskawicz) Padykula. She was a lifelong resident of Pawtucket. She owned and operated a retail jewelry business for many years. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Barbara Massey and her husband William of Rumford, Joyce Motta and her husband Daniel of…

Debra A (Geoffroy) Barnabe - Cranston, RI

(11/03/08) BARNABE, DEBRA A. (GEOFFROY), 56, of Cranston died October 25, 2008 at Cedar Crest Rehabilitation Centre. Debra was a 2002 graduate of Saint Joseph\'s School of Nursing and was a Registered Nurse for...

DiGiovanni, Margaret (Destino)

DiGIOVANNI, MARGARET (DESTINO), 89, of Providence, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2008 after a long illness. She was born in Providence on May 25, 1919 to Camillo Destino and Christina Palmieri. She was the wife of the late Nicholas DiGiovanni and the sister of the late Ralph Destino of Westport, CT. Prior to her marriage in 1944, she worked in the jewelry industry in Providence and headed her own jewelry business, Margo Company, during the war years. Although a Rhode Island native, she spent 14 years…

Gates, Donald E.

Meeting, 99 Morris Ave., Providence, R.I. 02906

Gunn, Owen Russell

are asked, if they so desire, to make contributions in his name to the Home and Hospice Care of RI, 169 George St., Pawtucket, RI 02860, who made his final months comfortable. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of their staff.

Horsfield, Helen V. (Glavin)

are kindly invited. Calling Hours will be held Tuesday, 5-8 PM. Directions/Guestbook: jjduffyfuneralhome.com

Imondi, Angelina (Pallotta)

IMONDI, ANGELINA (PALLOTTA), died peacefully Saturday, November 1, 2008 surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife for 51 years and childhood sweetheart since the age of 14 of the late Joseph A. Imondi. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Liberato and Theresa (Simone) Pallotta, she has been a resident of Warwick since 1967. Mrs. Imondi was formerly employed with the B.A. Ballou Co. of East Providence. She loved her family deeply and considered her grandchildren and great-grandchildren her…

Iwanycky, Michael S.

IWANYCKY, MICHAEL S., 86, passed away Saturday Nov. 1, 2008. He leaves his beloved daughter Kathleen I. Biagioni and her husband James of Foster. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday Nov. 5, 2008 in St. Michael's Ukrainian-Catholic Church, 394 Blackstone Street, Woonsocket at 10:00 A.M. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend. CALLING HOURS ARE RESPECTFULLY OMITTED. Arrangements by Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home.

Lema, Richard J.

LEMA, RICHARD J., 83 Passed away Monday October 20th, 2008 A remembrance for family and friends will be held at the Narragansett Community Center on Mumford Rd. Narragansett, on Saturday November 8th 1pm - 4pm. In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to Hospice of R.I. 169 George St. Providence, R.I. 02860

Lemois, Josephine R. (Capra)

LEMOIS, JOSEPHINE R. (CAPRA), 79, of Simmonsville Avenue, Johnston, died Friday, October 31, 2008 at the Elmhurst Extended Care Facility, Providence. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Angelo J. and Sevira (DiMartino) Capra, Sr. Josephine was a nurses aide at the former Carries Nursing Home and the Lynn-Ann Nursing Home both of Providence before her retirement. She is survived by one son Joseph A. Lemois, Jr. of Foster. Josephine was the sister of Angelo J. Capra, Jr. of West Kingston and…

Madigan, Ernest

MADIGAN, ERNEST, 85, of Norfolk Avenue, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2008 at home. He was the beloved husband of Muriel A. (Bibby) Madigan for 53 years. A lifelong resident of Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Thomas and Ann E. (Warburton) Madigan. Ernie was a World War II US Army veteran, he served as a Technical Sergeant with the 296th Engineer Combat Battalion. He was an office clerk at Slater Dye Companies for 47 years until retiring in 1993. He was a 50 year member of E.L. Freeman…

McDermott, Genevieve (Nowinski)

McDERMOTT, GENEVIEVE (NOWINSKI), 89, of Randall Street, died Friday at her home, Charlesgate Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Henry J. McDermott. Born in Bayonne, New Jersey, she was a daughter of the late Valentine and Agnes (Jadach) Nowinski. She was the mother of, Henry J. McDermott, Jr., and was a sister of Stanley Nowinski, Theodore Nowinski, Valentine Nowinski, Jr., Sophie Bielenda and Alice Yellen. She also leaves her guardian, Terry Hahn, and those who cared for her at Charlesgate,…

Mildred M (Lincoln) Comey, R.N. - Cranston, RI

Moreau, Grace A.

MOREAU, GRACE A., 90, of Highland Street, Pawtucket and formerly of Arnold Street, Providence died on Saturday at the Philip Hulitar Hospice InPatient Center, Providence. She was the wife of the late William J. Moreau. A daughter of the late Donato and Marie (Bicko) Palumbo, she was born in Providence where she resided until moving to Pawtucket 7 years ago. Prior to retirement, she had been employed at the former Davol Rubber Company for 10 years. She was an avid reader and a member of Leon Mathieu Senior…

Ranallo, Raymond H.

RANALLO, RAYMOND H., 88, passed away Saturday, November 1st at the Hattie Ide Chaffee Nursing Home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Thomas F., Sr. and Jennie (Nave-Damiani) Ranallo and had been the husband of the late Cecilia M. (Mangiante) Ranallo. Mr. Ranallo was a Manufacturer Representative before retiring and had served as a U.S. Navy veteran during World War II. He was the father of Jane R. Goodman and Robin R. Boucher; grandfather of Alexander Goodman; brother of Albert Ranallo, Viola…

Rita E (Erickson) Couto - Coventry, RI

(11/03/08) Coventry Rita E. Couto, 91 of Main St., died Saturday at Riverview Healthcare. She was the wife of the late Manual Couto. Her first husband was the late Patrick ONeill. Born in Providence, a da...

Spargo, Donald F.

SPARGO, DONALD F., 77, of West Warwick previously of Cranston passed away Friday at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband of Barbara C. (Cronin) Spargo to whom he was married for forty-five years. Born in Providence he was the son of the late William T. and M. Mildred (Carter) Spargo. Mr. Spargo was a salesman for the F.A. Spargo Company, retiring as owner in 1995. He was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Spargo was a former member of…

Stevens, David C.

STEVENS, DAVID C., 74, of Mulhearn Drive, died Thursday October 30, 2008 at Kent Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Bridgeport, CT, he was the husband of Lorraine A. (Percival). They celebrated fifty-three years of marriage together. He was the son of the late Michael A. 'Mickey' and Minna (Schoennagel) Stevens. Mr. Stevens was a truck driver for thirty years for Dodds Transportation, Narragansett and Lincoln Race Track and Monahan Trucking before retiring in 1990. He was a member of…

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de Sousa, Manuel

de SOUSA, MANUEL, 82, of So. Sharon St., died November 1, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Eduarda M. (Ferreira) de Sousa. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, he was the son of the late Agostinho and Ana (Pereira) de Sousa. Mr. de Sousa lived in the Fox Point Section of Providence before moving to East Providence in 1996. He worked as a machine operator for American Insulated Wire for 26 years. He enjoyed gardening. Manuel and his wife Eduarda…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/02/08

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Alice (Houde) Forcier - Swansea, MA

(11/01/08) Alice (Houde) Forcier, 86, of Swansea, formerly of Fall River, widow of Rene B. Forcier, died Saturday, November 1, 2008. A Durfee High School graduate, she was employed by Center Garment. ...

Arms, Jonathan D.

Academy (N. Dartmouth MA), while also serving as Chairman of the Town of Marion's Music Hall Advisory Committee. Beyond his professional and civic life, he was a man of many diverse passions. He loved traveling, blue water sailing, mountain biking, playing his guitar, touring on his motorcycle. He was a reader and seeker of spiritual enlightenment. He was a lover of music. He was a compassionate friend. But most of all he was a loyal and dedicated father who valued his time with his two young children…

Bailey, Barbara L. (Ebner)

BAILEY, BARBARA L. (EBNER), 74, of Lincoln Avenue died Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Heritage Hills Nursing Center, Smithfield. She was the beloved wife of William P. Bailey. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Oscar and Louise (Harper) Ebner, she had lived in North Providence for the past 53 years. Mrs. Bailey was a communicant of the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, North Providence. She was a member of the St. Patrick's Seniors, the Cumberland Seniors and the AARP.…

Barbara L (Ebner) Bailey - North Providence, RI

(11/01/08) North Providence Barbara L. (Ebner) Bailey, 74, of Lincoln Avenue died Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Heritage Hills Nursing Center, Smithfield. She was the beloved wife of William P. Bailey. B...

Berk, Claire

BERK, CLAIRE, 84, of 115 Summit Drive, died Friday at Miriam Hospital. She was the beloved wife of George Berk. Born in Philadelphia, PA, a daughter of the late Samuel and Anna (Genter) Besden, she had lived in Cranston for 36 years. She was a graduate of U.R.I., Class of 1970 and taught English Literature there. Claire was a member of Temple Beth-El and its Sisterhood. Devoted mother of Suzi Nichols, Mimi (Preston) Seabury and Robert Berk. Dear sister of Hy (Temmy) Besden, Norman Besden, Harriet (Richard)…

Clare, Shirley A.

Deffley, Mark B.

DiRaimo, Robert J. "Bobby"

DiRAIMO, ROBERT J. 'BOBBY', 52, of Fox Tale Drive, Johnston passed away October 30, 2008 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Colleen (Bacci) DiRaimo. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Pasco and Elena (Creta) DiRaimo. Robert was owner and President of FB Ahern Paving. He was also a member of the Rosario Society. He was the loving father of Robert 'Bobby' P. and Alexandria G. DiRaimo; brother of Pasco, Michael, and Mary Ann DiRaimo, Jean Iannuccilli, Susan…

Donald F Spargo - West Warwick, RI

(11/01/08) Donald F. Spargo, 77, of West Warwick previously of Cranston passed away Friday at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband of Barbara C. (Cr...

Gurney Jr., Robert A.

GURNEY, ROBERT A., JR., 58, of Cedarwood Lane, Hope Valley, died Friday, October 31, 2008 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London. He was the husband of Paula (Ethier) Turano Gurney. Born in Middleboro, MA, he was the son of Robert A. and Barbara I. (Marshall) Gurney of Greenville. He had been a resident of Hope Valley for 26 years and had previously lived in Greenville. He was employed as a truck driver for Cranston Trucking Company and had previously worked as a sheet metal supervisor at Electric…

Mark Riendeau - North Providence, RI

(11/01/08) Mark Riendeau, 46, of North Providence, died suddenly on Saturday. He was the father of Gabrielle Riendeau and the former husband of Michelle (Grosso) Riendeau Santos. Born in Woonsocket, he was the...

Maxwell, Hugh C.

MAXWELL, HUGH C., 79, of Roberta Avenue, passed away Friday October 31, 2008 in the Miriam Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Charrel (Hughes) Maxwell. Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Hugh and Marjorie (Mosher) Maxwell. Mr. Maxwell was a retired Senior Vice President of Operations and Engineering for Hasbro, Incorporated. He was a graduate of Northeastern University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. In addition to his eighteen years at Hasbro, Hugh had…

Miserandino, Margaret M.

MISERANDINO, MARGARET M., 95, of Buckboard Rd., Durham Ct., died Friday, October 31, 2008 at Chestelm Health and Rehabilitationtion Center in Moodus CT. she was the wife of the late Ernest Miserandino. Mrs. Miserandino was born in Pawtucket, the daughter of the late Michael and Antonietta (Lenzi) Marcuccilli. She lived in Pawtucket for most of her life. She is survived by her daughter, Ann Marie Janicki and her husband Ronald with whom she made her home in Connecticut these past six years, a brother Thomas…

Ostiguy, Olivia Marie

OSTIGUY, OLIVIA MARIE, baby daughter of Peter W. and Julie P. (Proulx) Ostiguy, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at Childrens Hospital Boston. Born on October 16, 2008 in Boston, Olivia touched and inspired many during her brief time on this earth. She was a strong soul and truly an angel to all who loved and cared for her. She was the beloved baby sister of Cameron P. Ostiguy; maternal granddaughter of Donna and Richard Silva of Providence, Martha Lapierre of Cumberland and the late Kevin R. Proulx;…

Parise, Luigi

Luigi Parise, of Glasgo Road, Pawcatuck, passed away at home on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 at the age of 79. He was the beloved husband of Filomena (Gencarelli) Parise for 51 years. Born in Acri, Province of Cosenza, Italy on July 19, 1929, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Antonietta (Nigro) Parise. Mr. Parise came to the U.S. from Italy in 1960 and settled in Mt. Vernon, N.Y. where he was employed as a mechanic at Central Motors in White Plains, N.Y. In 1977, he arrived in Pawcatuck and was then…

Pignolet, Paul E.

PIGNOLET, PAUL E., 51 of Kiln MS and formerly of Johnston RI died Saturday, October 25th in a motorcycle accident. He was the Son of Marjorie (Ardente) Pignolet of Biloxi MS and Harold Pignolet of Coventry RI. He also leaves a Sister, Mary Jane Pignolet of Biloxi MS and two beloved First Cousins, Patricia (Lisa) Picard and Angelo Lisa, both of Johnston RI. There will be a Memorial Mass on Saturday, November 8th at 9:00 AM at St Robert Bellarmine Parish at 1804 Atwood Ave, Johnston RI 02919

Proulx, Rita T. (Theroux)

Spargo, Donald F.

Sullivan, Barbara M.

SULLIVAN, BARBARA M., 74, of Lincoln, died Thursday. She was the wife of Robert F. Sullivan. Born in Central Falls, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Jennie (Worth) Jamieson. Her son Michael Sullivan of Lincoln, her daughter Maureen Flowers and her husband Joel of Lincoln, her sister Ann Poulin of Central Falls, her grandson Owen Flowers, and several nieces and nephews survive her. She was the sister of the late Thomas, John, George, Charles and Francis Jamieson and Jennie Milewski. Her funeral…

Rhode Island Obituaries 11/01/08

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Arcuri, Joseph F. "Joe"

ARCURI, JOSEPH F. 'JOE', of West St Attleboro, died unexpectedly Tuesday at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Gail ( Palmer) Arcuri , they had been married for over 37 years. He was born in Utica New York, a son of Mary Louise ( Glouse) Arcuri and the late John J Arcuri. He was a graduate of Proctor High School in Utica New York, a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Joe was an Amtrak employee for over 35 years, most recently an Acella Operator for the last 7 yrs. He has lived…

Bailey Jr., Carl Williams

Carl Williams Bailey Jr., 93, husband of the late Edna May Bailey and resident of Franke at Seaside in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008, at a local hospital. He lived for 30 years on the Isle of Palms. All services will be private. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc.., Mount Pleasant Chapel. Carl was born June 30, 1915, in Wallingford, Conn., son of the late Carl William Bailey Sr. and Mabel Cook Bailey. He was a 1937 graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y., and…

Barbara L (Ebner) Bailey - North Providence, RI

Bedard, Mary Ann

BEDARD, MARY ANN, 68, of North Ft. Myers, FL died peacefully Thursday surrounded by her family after a long battle with breast cancer. She was the beloved wife of Theodore L. Bedard Jr. Born in Denver, CO she was the daughter of the late James and Mayta (Peterson) Hayes. She resided in Pawtucket for forty years until moving to North Ft. Myers eight years ago. She had been employed by the Texas Instruments Corp., Attleboro for thirty five years retiring in 2000. Besides her husband she leaves four children,…

Bento, Anna V.

BENTO, ANNA V., 90, of Chestnut St., died October 30, 2008. She was the wife of the late Antone Bento. Born in Rehoboth, she was the daughter of the late John E. and Augusta Calisto. Anna worked as a meat wrapper for Stop and Shop for 27 years. She is survived by her sister; Mary Randall of Rehoboth. She was the sister of the late Manuel, John Jr. and Joseph Calisto. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 10AM in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Taunton Ave.…

Braddock, James J.

BRADDOCK, JAMES J., 60. Died Wednesday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. The funeral service will be held on Monday, at 11:00 am in the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetary, East Providence. For complete details, visit boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

Carl "Ned" N Nilson - North Kingstown, RI

(10/31/08) Carl N. Ned Nilson, 89, of Oak Hill Road, died Wednesday at Roberts Health Center. He was the husband of the late Flora (Kenyon) Nilson and the late Evelyn A. (Randall) Nilson. Born in Providence, h...

Cicchelli, Joseph C.

CICCHELLI, JOSEPH C., 83, of Cranston and Narragansett died Wednesday, October 30, 2008 in Bristol after a long illness. He was the husband of Phyllis (Zammiello) Cicchelli. Born in Providence, a son of the late Cosimo and Theresa (Mattera) Cicchelli, one of four children; he was the brother of Raymond Cicchelli of CT and Carl and Donald Cicchelli, both of Cranston. Besides his wife and brothers, he is survived by his daughter Sondera (Petteruti) Weiner; four grandchildren, Evonne, Alexis and Nikki Weiner,…

Cordeiro, Mary (Paiva)

CORDEIRO, MARY (PAIVA), 88, of St. Elizabeth Manor passed away on October 30th. She was the wife of the late Arthur Cordeiro. She is survived by her sons, Arthur (Patricia) Cordeiro of Cypress Inn, TN, Robert (Phyllis) Cordeiro of Bristol, sister, Lydia Mello of Bristol, grandchildren, Mark Cordeiro and Jennifer Baumgartner and 2 great grandsons. She was the sister of the late Irene Souza and of the late John 'Jack' Paiva. All are invited, Monday, Nov 3rd, to a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM, St.…

Cournoyer, Lucile G. (Marquis)

COURNOYER, LUCILE G. (MARQUIS), formerly of Revere Ave., West Warwick, died October 30, 2008, at the Alpine Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Nelson S. Cournoyer. They had been married for 57 years at the time of his death. Born in Granby, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Moise L. and Josephine (Fortin) Marquis. She was the former owner of Bea's Yarn Shop. She was a member of the local, county, state & national Grange for over 65 years. Lucile was a former member of the Old Time…

D'Errico, Vincenzo

D'ERRICO, VINCENZO 'ENZO', 81, of Cranston died unexpectedly Monday, October 27, 2008. He was the husband of the late Maria Cristina (Sacco) D'Errico. Born in Naples, Italy he was the son of the late Domenic and Diana (DiLella) D'Errico. Mr. D'Errico was employed as a Senior Engineer for Texnor Apex for 20 years until retiring in 1989. He is survived by his children Diana Rando and her husband Paul of NH, Christina DiScuillo and her husband Robert of Cranston, Domenic D'Errico…

DeNucci, Eleanor (Franco)

DeNUCCI, ELEANOR (FRANCO), 88, of Flanders Street, Johnston passed away October 30, 2008. She was the wife of 57 years to Raymond DeNucci. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Maria 'Jennie' (Gerardi) Franco. She was the mother of Rosemarie Macchio and her husband Anthony, Carol Colafrancesco and her husband Joseph, and Diana Feeley and her husband Sean; sister of Katie, John, Louis, Donald, and Richard Franco, Frances Howard, Anna Oliver, Marie and Rose Ricci, and Margaret…

Frederick L Benoit - Central Falls, RI

(10/31/08) Frederick L. Benoit, 82, formerly of Central Falls, died Wednesday at Brentwood Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late Lea J. (Labonte) Benoit. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late Willia...

Gould, Arthur J.

GOULD, ARTHUR J., 80, a long time resident of East Greenwich peacefully passed away October 30, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Evelyn M. (Barszcz) Gould. Born in Wrentham, MA he was a son of the late Charles C. and Mary C. (Jenkins) Gould. With a career in the US Marine Corp., Sgt. Gould served in WWII and Korea and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a life member of the DAV and an active member of the Marine Corp. League Kent County Detachment. He also was a friend of Bill W.…

Haynes, Thomas

HAYNES, THOMAS, 65, a long time resident of 2084 Plainfield Pike, an arson investigator and fire chief, passed away on October 28, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Mary (Couture) Haynes for 32 years. Born in Boston, he was a son of the late Harry and Donna (Griffiths) Haynes. Thomas was an arson investigator for PT&CForensic Consulting Services, P.A., and administrator of Woodpecker Hill Nursing Home, Sterling Fire Marshall, RI State Fire Marshall, and former long time chief of the Western Coventry…

Howard, William E.

HOWARD, WILLIAM E., 72, of Colonial Avenue, died Monday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Margaiel V. (Plante) Howard for 27 years and the late Norma (Remington) Howard. Born in Warwick, he was a son of the late Richard and Gladys (Dodge) Howard. Mr. Howard was a Construction Foreman for A.E. Bragger Construction Co. for 20 years until his retirement. He served in The United States Air Force. He was a nationally recognized member of the R.I. Racing Pigeon Association. He was the loving father…

Johnson, Dorothy M. (Morin)

Jones, Robert D.

JONES, ROBERT D., 22, of Diamond Hill Rd., died on Oct.27, 2008 at home. He was the fiance of Danielle Smith. He was born in Providence, RI; A son of Robert Richardson and Vanessa R. Jones. He was the father of Laniece Jones. He was the brother of Tirrell Jones and Antjuan Jones. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 11am in the Bell Funeral Home, 571 Broad St., Providence. Calling Hour Monday 10-11am. www.bellfuneralhome.net

Klepadlo, John V.

KLEPADLO, JOHN V., 53, of Old Forge Road, Smithfield, passed Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at his home. He is survived by his wife Donna and their four children. Memorial services Monday at 6:30pm in Greenville Baptist Church, Putnam Pike Greenville. For messages of condolence please visit www.andersonwinfield.net

Leona (Bokaski) Cole - Warwick, RI

(10/31/08) Leona (Bokaski) Cole, 93, a homemaker formerly of Warwick, died Wednesday at Riverview Healthcare. She was the wife of the late Joseph Cole. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Stephen...

Lineberger Jr., George T.

LINEBERGER, GEORGE T., JR., 44, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2008. Born in Providence, he was a son of Mary (Almeida) Lineberger of Providence and Seoras T. Dunlop and his wife, Marie Furlong of Pawtucket. He was a sergeant in the US Air Force until retiring due to an injury he received while serving his country. George was a graduate of Central High School, Providence and a member of St. Teresa Church, Pawtucket. Besides his parents he leaves his brother, David A. Lineberger of Providence; a nephew,…

Marses, Efstathios C. "Steve"

MARSES, EFSTATHIOS C. 'STEVE' 75, of Raven Circle, Cranston, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 surrounded by his family at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth A. (Haveles) Marses; they would have celebrated their forty-seventh wedding anniversary on this day. Born in Sykea, Greece, he was a son of the late Constantine and Ekaterina (Stappas) Marses. Mr. Marses was a co-owner of Royal Lunch of Providence for twenty years. He was also the…

McNulty, Cornelius C.

McNULTY, CORNELIUS C. 'RED', 75, of North Providence, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the beloved husband of the late Sarah A. 'Sally' (Cunningham) McNulty. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Cornelius and Helen (McCaffrey) McNulty. He had been a Senior Procurement Specialist at the Turnkey Post Office in Providence for 30 years until retiring in 1992. A Marine Corps Veteran of the Korean War, he retired from the Corps as a result…

Stanzler, Phyllis (Strauss)

STANZLER, PHYLLIS (STRAUSS), 79, of Providence, died October 29, 2008. She is survived by her children; Jonathan L. Stanzler of Cranston and Jill M. Stanzler-Katz and her husband Jeff Katz of West Roxbury, MA, her grandchildren; Alexandra and Samantha Katz, and her niece; Penina G. Posner of Providence. She was the sister of the late Avis Posner. The funeral service will be held Sunday, November 2nd at 10:00 AM at SUGARMAN-SINAI MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 458 Hope St., Providence with burial in Lincoln Park Cemetery,…

Stock, Alice F.

STOCK, ALICE F., 94, of Kingston, died Thursday. She was the wife of the late Russell F. Stock. Born in Everett, MA, she was a daughter of the late George and Katherine (McGee) Pickett. She is survived by three children, Carol Matheu of Coventry, Russell F. Stock, Jr. of Lincoln, Cathy Pellegrino of Kingston, eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Visiting hours will be Tuesday from 9 - 10:30 AM at the AVERY-STORTI Funeral Home, 88 Columbia Street, Wakefield, followed by a Mass of Christian…

Vescera, Lenore M.

VESCERA, LENORE, M., 82, of Johnston, formerly of Providence, died Friday, October 31, 2008. She was the beloved wife for 56 years of Santino Vescera. She was the daughter of the late John and Beulah (Medberry) Fortier. Mrs. Vescera had been employed at the Providence Chain Co. She is survived by a daughter, Carol Major and a son, James Vescera and his wife, Joanne; 5 grandchildren, Daniel J. and David T. Major, Jeffrey, Joseph and Julie Vescera; 2 great grandchildren, Grace L. and Abigail J. Major. Her…

Rhode Island Obituaries 10/31/08

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Barbone, Margaret A. (Manfredi)

and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours are omitted. Interment will be in St. Sebastian Cemetery. A full obituary will appear in Friday's edition. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly, is in charge of arrangements.

Barrington, Anne Beveridge (Dresser)

BARRINGTON, ANNE BEVERIDGE, (DRESSER), October 28, 2008. Wife of the late Kenneth N. Barrington. Residence Broadrock Rd., Wakefield. Survived by two sons; Kenneth W. and his wife Marcia Barrington of Carolina, RI and Keith Barrington and his partner Annette Lillibridge of South Kingstown, and her sister Mary D. Ferreira of West Warwick and three grandchildren. Visiting hours in the Forbes Funeral Home, 28 Columbia St. Wakefield, Friday from 10:00-11:00am, followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00am. Burial…

Beck Jr., Daniel R. "Raymond"

BECK, DANIEL R. 'RAYMOND' JR., of Becks Way in Harmony, died Thursday, October 30, 2008 at Oakland Grove Healthcare Center in Woonsocket. He was the husband of H. Dorothy Beck. Born in Providence, a son of the late Daniel R. and Mabel A. (Fawthrop) Beck. He lived in Harmony for 62 years. Mr. Beck was a plasterer and member of Plasterers and Cement Masons Local #40 in Providence retiring in 1991. He was a Navy veteran of WWII and member of USS Prince William CVE 31 Assoc. Besides his wife, he is…

Benoit, Frederick L.

BENOIT, FREDERICK L., 82, formerly of Central Falls, died Wednesday at Brentwood Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late Lea J. (Labonte) Benoit. Born in Pawtucket, he was a son of the late William and Dora (Masse) Benoit. Mr. Benoit was a Truck Driver for Corinco, Inc. of Pawtucket for 12 years until his retirement in 1975. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of the former Holy Trinity Church in Central Falls, the Teamsters, and V.F.W. Post 1271 of Central Falls. He enjoyed fishing and spending…

Carl "Ned" N Nilson - North Kingstown, RI

Chmura, Edith

CHMURA, EDITH, 82, of Middlebridge and formerly of Cumberland, died Wednesday. She was the wife of the late Theodore Chmura. Born in Pawtucket, she was a daughter of the late John and Margaret (Blezard) Cooper. She is survived by two daughters; Nancie Moore of Wakefield and Gail Chmura of Montreal, Canada, a sister and brother in law, Evelyn and George Arnold of Wakefield and a grandson and his wife, Adam Moore and Brigitte Hales of Los Angeles, CA. She was the Sister of the late Gladys Chartier, Doris…

Federowicz, Imelda A. "Tillie" (Brunelle)

FEDEROWICZ, IMELDA A. 'TILLIE' (BRUNELLE) 83, of Roger Williams Avenue passed away Wednesday October 29, 2008 at the Pawtucket Memorial Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Walter Federowicz Sr. Born in Pawtucket she was a daughter of the late Ovila and Evelina (Rainville) Brunelle. She lived in East Providence for the past 51 years. Before retiring in 1982 she was employed as a Clerk Typist for the former Fram Corp. of East Providence for 25 years. Mrs. Federowicz was an avid Bowler, Reader and…

Flynn, Veronica H. (DeMars)

FLYNN, VERONICA, H., (DeMARS), 82, of West Kingston, formerly of Warwick died Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of Andrew S. Flynn for 61 years and a daughter of the late James G. and Magdeline (Donnelly) DeMars. Mrs. Flynn was a communicant of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Church in Exeter and a former communicant of St. Kevin Church in Warwick where she was a founding member of the Womens' Club and a member of the choir. She was a former member of Bishop Hendricken Mother's…

Frederick L Benoit - Central Falls, RI

Gallacher, Michael R.

GALLACHER, MICHAEL R., 68, of Manchester, CT and Matunuck, RI, beloved husband of Catherine (Egan) Gallacher, died Wednesday, (October 29), at Manchester Memorial Hospital, after a long battle with Alzheimers Disease. Born in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Richard and Eileen (Conway) Gallacher. He graduated from Providence College in 1963. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at St. James Church, 896 Main St., Manchester, CT followed by a procession for burial with full…

Geraldine Najarian - Pawtucket, RI

(10/30/08) Pawtucket Geraldine Najarian died suddenly of natural causes at age 80 this past week at her home. She was the daughter of the late Abraham and Mariam (Akmakjian) Najarian, both of Haboose, Kharpet,...

Gormley, Christopher A.

GORMLEY, CHRISTOPHER A., 26, of Andrews Avenue, West Warwick died on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at his home. He was the son of Nancy Shane Gormley and George H. Gormley. Besides his parents, he leaves a son, Christopher M. Gormley, his fiance, Shannon Clark and his sister, Amy Gormley. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 1 pm in the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 124 Division Street, East Greenwich. Arrangements by the Cremation Society of Rhode Island.

Hardy, John G.

HARDY, JOHN G., of Brown St, a retired East Providence Police Officer, died unexpectedly Oct. 30, 2008. He was the husband of Laura (Kelsay) Hardy. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late John G. and Alice (Lumb) Hardy. Mr. Hardy was a WWII veteran of the US Navy. He served with the East Providence Police Dept. for 28 years in the Patrol Division and as a detective before retiring as an Acting Lieutenant in the Uniform Division. Officer Hardy received several commendations from the City of East…

Johnson, Martha H.

JOHNSON, MARTHA H., 100, a long time Peace Dale House resident, died Wednesday. Wife of the late Gosta C. Johnson, mother of Kenneth M. Johnson of Wyoming, RI and Carol M. Stuart of Narragansett. A funeral service will be Monday at 11 AM in the Wakefield Baptist Church, Wakefield. Visiting hours are at the AVERY-STORTI Funeral Home, Wakefield, SATURDAY 3-7 PM. For memorial donations and full obituary, averystortifuneral home.com.

Lapteff III, Walter

LAPTEFF, WALTER, III, 44, an employee in the printing industry for the past 20 years died Monday, October 27, 2008 at home. He was the beloved son of Walter Lapteff, Jr. and Patricia T. (Buczak) Lapteff, with whom he resided. He was the beloved brother of Lisa Lynne; beloved uncle of John Paul Martin, Jr. and former brother-in-law of John P. Martin and the late Robert W. Cole, Jr. Walter was a graduate of Pilgrim High School, an avid sportsman and a former member of the Little Rhody Boat Club. He was a…

Leona (Bokaski) Cole - Warwick, RI

Najarian, Geraldine

NAJARIAN, GERALDINE, died suddenly of natural causes at age 80 this past week at her home. She was the daughter of the late Abraham and Mariam (Akmakjian) Najarian, both of Haboose, Kharpet, located in historic Armenia. She is predeceased by her sister, Bertha Mango and her brothers, Hank and Moses Najarian. She is survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. 'Aunt Gerri', as she preferred to be called, was born in Lawrence, MA and grew up in Providence where she worked for…

Nilson, Carl N.

NILSON, CARL N. 'NED', 89, of Oak Hill Road, died Wednesday at Roberts Health Center. He was the husband of the late Flora (Kenyon) Nilson and the late Evelyn A. (Randall) Nilson. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Leonard and Elise (Hoelschen) Nilson. Mr. Nilson was employed with the Town of North Kingstown, specializing in Structural Maintenance, for 14 years and previously was a Boss Mender for the Peacedale Mill for 10 years. He served in The United States Army during WW II. He was a…

O'Connor, Daniel F.

O'CONNOR, DANIEL F., 76, of Nate Whipple Highway passed away Wednesday, October 29 in the Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. Born in Cumberland, he was the son of the late John J. and Margaret M. (Devlin) O'Connor. He was a life-long Cumberland resident. He was a United States Air Force Veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict, earning the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. Mr. O'Connor was an Engineer for the…

Prendergast, Elizabeth Ann

PRENDERGAST, ELIZABETH, ANN 81, formerly of Walnut Street, died peacefully on October 29, 2008 at the Keswick Multi-Care Center, Baltimore, MD. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Howard D. and Mary (McKenna) Prendergast, she lived in East Providence and Chevy Chase, MD. Miss Prendergast was Chief Nutritionist, Maternal & Child Health Bureau in the Health Resource Service Administration, Department of Health and Human Services for many years before retiring in 2000. Elizabeth Ann attended Sacred…

Ribeiro Jr., Antonio

RIBEIRO, ANTONIO JR., 76, of Ledge Rd., died October 30, 2008. Brother of Mary R. Medeiros, Elena A. Marshall, Joseph A. Ribeiro, Alfred G. Ribeiro, and of the late Alice C. Cabral and Eva D. Armas. Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial, Monday at 10am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Taunton Ave., Seekonk. Burial will be private. Calling hours are omitted. For complete obituary visit: www.rebellofuneralhome.com.

Silva, Manuel J.

SILVA, MANUEL J., 72, of Belmont St., a locally well known saxophone player, died Oct. 29, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Fern Clement. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Peter and Minnie (Rainey) Silva. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. In addition to his wife, he leaves his children, Charlene Lanier of Cohoes, NY, Scott McLaughlin of Seekonk, and William Nicastro of Greene; 11 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and his sisters, Dorothy Correia of East Providence and Rosalina…

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Venezia, Valentino D.

VENEZIA, VALENTINO D. 'VAL', 85, of Dickinson Avenue, passed away on Thursday, October 30th. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Ciro and Lucia (Mancini) Venezia. Mr. Venezia had been the owner and operator of Dial Oil Service in Pawtucket. He had also been a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was the father of Richard A. Venezia and his wife Patricia, and the late William J. Venezia; grandfather of Keri Venezia, Joshua Venezia and William Filipone; great-grandfather of 1; brother of the late…

Rhode Island Obituaries 10/30/08

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Barbone, Margaret A. (Manfredi)

Barham, David W. "Bubba"

BARHAM, DAVID W. 'BUBBA', 36, of Pine Hill Ave., died October 28, 2008 at home. Born in Batesville, AR, he was a son of Nadolyn (Fay) Barham and the late James V. Barham Sr. David was a truck driver for Ocean State CPL of East Providence. Besides his mother, he leaves a brother, Michael Barham and wife Kim and his uncle, Michael Fay and wife Deb. He was brother of the late James Barham. Funeral services will be private. For guestbook and condolences, visit robbinsfuneralhome.com

Besser, Jacqueline

BESSER, JACQUELINE, 80, of Layton St., a retired accountant, died October 28, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the wife of the late William W. Besser. Born in Boonton, NJ, she was a daughter of the late John W. Hall and Marion (Long) Hall. Her brother, John R.H. Hall, died in September 2006. She spent her teenage years in Providence and moved to Scituate on marrying Mr. Besser. They lived in Scituate for 27 years before moving back to North Providence in 1977. She worked for the Peerless Company…

Brownell, Ida F. (Venditelli)

BROWNELL, IDA F. (VENDITELLI), 81 of Johnston died Tuesday, October 29, 2008. She was the wife of the late Joseph E. Brownell Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Thomas and Filomena (Marroco) Venditelli, she resided in Johnston for 50 years. Mrs. Brownell was a secretary at the St. Teresa of the Child Jesus Church, Pawtucket for 20 years retiring in 2000. She had worked for various parishes in the Diocese for 37 years. She was a communicant of St. Brigid's Church, Johnston. Her interests include…

Buonanno, Adolf

BUONANNO, ADOLF, 89, of Summit Dr., Cranston passed away Monday October 27, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. He was the beloved husband of Elvira (Riccitelli) Buonanno, and they just celebrated their 60th anniversary. He was born in Providence a son of the late Antonio and Maria (Cianci) Buonanno. Mr. Buonanno was the co-founder and owner of the Buonanno Pharmacy in Providence. He was also the owner of the Goodyear Loan Company and several Goodyear Laundromats. He was also an avid…

Colon, Enrique

COLON, ENRIQUE, 81, of Lillian Ave., died Monday at R.I. Hospital. He was the husband of Angelina Altagracia (Ramirez) Colon. Born in Mao, Dominican Republic a son of the late Juan de dio Colon and Lubita Santana. Mr. Colon was a jewelry maker and accountant. He was a Sgt./Major in the Dominican Republic Air Force. He was a charity giver to the D.A.V. Besides his wife, he is survived by 4 sons, Belgrado Colon, Enrique Colon, Jr., Anibal Colon and Fred Fletcher; 5 daughters, Fatima Finamore, Marisol Luna,…

Comey RN, Mildred M. (Lincoln)

will be welcomed one hour prior to the service. Private interment in the Pawtuxet Memorial Cemetery, Warwick. Should friends desire, donations to the Scandinavian Home, 1811 Broad St., Cranston, RI 02905 or to Home and Hospice Care of RI, 169 George St., Pawtucket, RI 02860 will be appreciated. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.

David W Barham - Johnston, RI

(10/29/08) Barham, David W. Bubba, 36, of Pine Hill Ave., died October 28, 2008 at home. Born in Batesville, AR, he was a son of Nadolyn (Fay) Barham and the late James V. Barham Sr. David was a truck driver...

DeFusco, Lucia (Cardi)

DeFUSCO, LUCIA (CARDI), 82, died unexpectedly on Sunday, October 26, 2008 at home. A lifelong Cranston resident she was the daughter of the late James V. and Lillian (Rega) Cardi. She was the wife of the late Louis James DeFusco. Mrs. DeFusco was a classically trained opera singer who performed professionally for a number of years. Lucy was a 'People Magnet'. No matter where she was, people gravitated to her. Her charismatic nature made it easy for her to relate to both young and old. Lucia is…

Donald U Wagner - Fall River, MA

(10/29/08) Donald U. Wagner, 45, formerly of Grove St., Fall River, son of the late Donald and Rita (Martin) Wagner and the brother of the late Kevin Henry, died Friday, October 24, 2008 at home in Putnam,...

Enrique Colon - Providence, RI

(10/29/08) COLON, ENRIQUE 81, of Lillian Ave. died Monday at R.I. Hospital. He was the husband of Angelina Altagracia (Ramirez) Colon. Born in Mao, Dominican Republic a son of the late Juan de dio Colon and...

Fisher, Elmer "Wise Owl"

FISHER, ELMER 'WISE OWL', 89, of Laura St., died at the Veterans Medical Center, Oct. 28, 2008. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Herbert and Viola (Butler) Fisher. Mr. Fisher was a WWII veteran of the US Army and was a 1949 graduate of Rhode Island College School of Pharmacy. He was an avid fisherman and was a member of the Seakonke Wampanoag Tribe of Seekonk, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, the New England Tennis Assn., and the US Bowling Congress. He is survived by his daughter,…

Hand, Elda and Raymond

HAND, ELDA I., 88, and RAYMOND F., 93, both of West Bay Manor, died 2 days apart at Kent County Hospital. Elda died on Saturday, October 11 and Raymond died on Monday, Oct. 13th. They had celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Valentines Day this year. Elda was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Anthony and Angela Sylvester Lotito. She was an office worker at Aetna Life and Casualty before retiring. She was a graduate of Central High School class of 1938. Raymond was born in Providence, a son…

Holiday, Walter John (Siravo)

HOLIDAY WALTER, JOHN (SIRAVO) 89, of Culver City, Ca. died unexpectedly of heart failure on Sunday, October 19, 2008 in Los Angeles. Walter was the son of Nicholas Siravo and Mary (Lombardi) Siravo of Sandy Lane, Warwick, Rhode Island. Walter graduated from the University of Rhode Island and then joined the Army as a lieutenant in the Quartermaster Corps. After Army service, Walter moved to the Los Angeles area, where he became a highly respected and successful real estate broker and land developer having…

Kunkle, Jadwiga C. (Koziarz)

KUNKLE, JADWIGA C. (KOZIARZ), 80, of Swansea passed away on Saturday October 25, 2008. She was the wife of the late Kenneth M. Kunkle. Jadwiga was born in Poczajow, Poland, the daughter of the late Franciszek and Irena (Bonder) Koziarz. She was a World War II and concentration camp survivor, who along with her mother and sister were captured by the Russians in 1940 and sent to a Russian concentration camp in Syberia. They were moved to concentration camps in Iran, India, and Africa. While in Africa Jadwiga…

Long-Taylor, Robert E.

LONG-TAYLOR, ROBERT E., 53, of Washington St. passed away Tuesday. He was the husband of Deborah (Bishop)Taylor. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Shannon and her husband Greg Madancy of Lincoln, RI; two granddaughters, Morgan and Cailee Madancy at home. His services will be private. For Directions/Guesbook: jjduffyfuneralhome.com

Magnone, Albert J.

MAGNONE, ALBERT J. 'BUDDY', 61, of Taunton, passed away on Tuesday, with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Christine (Neary) Magnone and the late Teresa (Lomazzo) Magnone. Born in Providence, Buddy was the son of Albert Magnone and the late Sophia (Sklarski) Magnone. A graduate of the University of Rhode Island, Buddy was an Engineer by trade. He was a partner in Cape Cod Plastering Inc. of New Bedford. Besides his wife and father, he is survived by his daughter, Nicole Sherman;…

Marrocco, Helen O.

MARROCCO, HELEN O., 90, formerly of Lynch St., died Monday at Tockwotton Home. She was the devoted and loving wife of the late Albert Marrocco to whom she was married for sixty-one years at the time of his death in 1997. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Giovanni B. and Angelina (Vuzzo) Orlandi. She worked at Armand's Restaurant in the Arcade, Providence and she worked with her husband at Al's Glass Company also of Providence. She is survived by her loving children Debra Russo of…

McCabe, Kenneth J.

McCABE, KENNETH J., 93, a resident of Harborside Healthcare Greenwood, and formerly of Villa del Rio, 305 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick, died on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the husband of the late Marjorie E. (Colbourn) McCabe. Born in Providence, a son of the late John T. and Catherine (Doherty) McCabe, he lived in Warwick since 1988. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Mr. McCabe was an outside salesman for E.L. Freeman Co. in Providence for 20 years,…

McCall, Timothy Sean

McCALL, TIMOTHY SEAN of Denver, Colorado. Born in Newport, RI on April 21, 1975, he was the beloved son of Ted S. McCall, USN Retired of Florida and Dorothy Fagundes McCall of Warwick. Tim died suddenly after a long brave battle with mental illness on October 22, 2008. He was a member of IBEW and worked in the telecommuncations industry for several years. Besides his parents Tim leaves his brother James and his wife Rosa and children in Florida. He was predeceased by his brother Joseph. He also leaves his…

Michen, Ann M.

MICHEN, ANN M., 61, of Providence, died Tuesday, October 28, 2008 She was the sister of Henry G. Marcoux of No. Providence. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass, Saturday, Nov.1, 2008 at 11AM in St. Anthony Church 1413 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. Complete Obituary, visit TuckerQuinnFuneralChapel.com.

Monfette, Mary C. (Butera)

MONFETTE, MARY C. (BUTERA) 90, formerly of Hill View Dr, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 29, 2008 surrounded by her loving family at the Steere House, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul J. Monfette. Born in Windham, CT. she was the devoted daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Kendra) Butera. Mrs. Monfette was employed as a secretary for the Community College of RI, Flanagan Campus, Lincoln for many years before her retirement. She is survived by her daughters, Marcia Bentley…

Mushnick, Norma

MUSHNICK, NORMA, 90, of Lincoln Avenue, died Wednesday (10/29/08) in Wingate at Sudbury, Sudbury, MA. She was the beloved wife of the late Hayam Mushnick. Born in Attleboro, MA, a daughter of the late Samuel and Jennie (Rosin) Dosick, she had lived in Providence for 80 years. Norma was a teacher and librarian in Cranston and Warwick for 23 years, retiring in 1980. She was a member of Temple Emanu-El, its choir and the Garden Club. Devoted mother of Samuel Mushnick and his wife Nancy of Sudbury, Eric…

O'Rourke, Fr. Paul J.

O'ROURKE, FR. PAUL J., of the Columban Fathers, died October 28 at Silver Creek Nursing Home in Bristol, RI. Born in Providence on October 6, 1934, son of the late Hugh & Alice (Woodcock) O'Rourke. He graduated from LaSalle Academy and Providence College before entering St. Columbans Seminary in Milton, MA in Sept. 1955. He continued his studies at Columban Seminaries in Bristol, RI and Dalgan Park, Ireland before being ordained to the Priesthood on December 21, 1961 in Milton, MA. He began his…

Oneppo, Vincent

ONEPPO, VINCENT, 91, a retired photographer, lithographer and electroplating supervisor for various printers and the AT Cross Company, died Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Immaculate (Rotondo) Oneppo and son of the late Luigi and Luisa Oneppo. Mr. Oneppo proudly served aboard PT Boats in the South Pacific during WWII. He was the father of Vincent P. Oneppo and the late Louis Oneppo; brother of Nicholas Oneppo, Anna Kennedy and the late Anthony Oneppo,…

Padula, John A.

PADULA, JOHN A., of North Providence, formerly of Woodside Ave., West Warwick, died peacefully in his sleep at home on Tuesday, October 28, 2008. He was the husband of the late Mary A. (Mitchell) Padula. John recently celebrated his 90th birthday on October 23rd. Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late Giuseppe and Concetta (Petrarca) Padula. He was a World War II Army Veteran, and retired from Quonset Point NAS in 1970 after working there for over 20 yrs. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved…

Pezzullo, Joseph J.

Riendeau, Mark

RIENDEAU, MARK, 46, of North Providence, died suddenly on Saturday. He was the father of Gabrielle Riendeau and the former husband of Michelle (Grosso) Riendeau Santos. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of Jean Riendeau of Florida and Elaine (Lemmei) Riendeau of Lincoln. He was employed as a registered nurse at Mt. St. Francis Health Center. He was a graduate of St. Joseph School of Nursing. His sister Renee Hampshire, 2 nieces, aunts, uncles and cousins survive him. His funeral service will be held on…

Robinson, Walter H.

ROBINSON, WALTER H., 65, passed away October 28, 2008. Born in East Greenwich, he was a son of the late Albert L. and Helen H. (Robinson) Robinson. Mr. Robinson worked for the Providence Public Library for 25 years. He is survived by a sister, Marilyn J. Humphrey and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by five siblings. Funeral Service Friday at 7:00pm at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich. Visitation prior to service 5-7pm. Burial will be private.

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Virginia L Villon - Cranston, RI

(10/29/08) Virginia Lucila Villon, 84 passed away Sunday October 26, 2008 at home. She was the wife of the late Pedro F. Villon. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador a daughter of the late Juan De Dios Carbo and Dolores C...

Rhode Island Obituaries 10/29/08

2008-10-29T08:40:00.001-07:00

Barnabe, Debra A. (Geoffroy)

Buonanno, Adolf

Canaan, Ursula Anne (Iannelli)

CANAAN, URSULA ANNE (IANNELLI), passed away on Monday, October 27, 2008 at Kent Regency with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late William J. Canaan to whom she was married for 50 years. Born Nov. 13, 1916, a daughter of the late Pasqual and Cecile (Gesmondi) Iannelli, she would have been 92 next month. Mrs. Canaan's life revolved around her family, her cooking, and working alongside her husband in the family business, W.J. Canaan, Inc. She retired at the age of 82. Later in her…

Colon, Enrique

Cote, Geraldine (Tanner)

COTE, GERALDINE (TANNER), 86 years old, of Bradford Street, Warren died Monday, October 27, 2008 at the Grace Barker Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Albert J. Cote. Born in Bristol she was a daughter of the late Everett and Mary (Dean) Tanner. She worked as a secretary at R.I. Hospital before her retirement. She leaves one sister Hope Salois of Warren. She was also a sister of the late Olive Maudsley and Eleanor D'Ambrosio. The funeral is private. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted.…

DiFiore, Joseph A.

DiFIORE, JOSEPH A., 63, passed away Monday, October 27, 2008 at Kent Hospital. Born in Providence, a son of Ida (Mancini) DiFiore and the late Alfred DiFiore, Sr. Mr. DiFiore was employed by Parkside Rosciti Construction Co. for 25 years before retiring. He was a Vietnam Veteran, member of Local # 57 and a Friend of Bill W. He is survived by his brother, John D. Fiore, and sister, Theresa A. Newell, and was the brother of the late Alfred DiFiore, Jr. His funeral service will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in…

Edward F Fisher - Cumberland, RI

(10/28/08) Cumberland Edward F. Fisher, 77, of Knollcrest Drive died Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Landmark Medical Center, Woonsocket. He was the husband of the late J. Barbara (Gaiga) Fisher. Born in Pr...

Federico, Rocco W.

FEDERICO, ROCCO W., 88, of George Street, Warwick, died on Sunday, October 26, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence. He was the husband of Mary Claire (Riley) Federico. Born in Cranston, a son of the late Carlo and Theresa (Macri) Federico, he lived in Warwick for 62 years. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. Federico was a self-employed accountant for 60 years before retiring. He was an enrolled agent with the Internal Revenue Service, and was a member of the National…

Fisher, Edward F.

Gavitt, Ernest M.

GAVITT, ERNEST M., 88, a long time resident of Wakefield, passed away October 27, 2008 at home. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Arline L. (Crabtree) Gavitt. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Ralph and Alice (Barney) Gavitt. Mr. Gavitt retired as president of NCR, Japan, working in international sales. He lived for periods of time in Australia and Tokyo and traveled extensively to other parts of the world. As a lieutenant in the Army Air Corps during WWII, he served as a navigator…

Hazard, Doris R.

HAZARD, DORIS R. 'DOT', 86, of Burnt Hill Rd., passed away Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Kent Hospital. She was the wife of the late Norman 'Bob' Hazard. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Ernest and Margaret (Doonan) Desautel. Dot founded, owned & operated with her late husband Bob the Hazard Brothers Orchard in Scituate for over 45 years. She is survived by her five sisters-in-law, Virginia Lambert of Coventry, Bernice Tougas of Cranston, Hazel Hazard of Scituate, Lee…

Helen O (Orlandi) Marrocco - Providence, RI

(10/28/08) Providence Helen O. Marrocco, 90, formerly of Lynch Street died Monday, October 27, 2008 at Tockwotton Home. She was the devoted and loving wife of the late Albert Marrocco to whom she was married f...

Hill, Letitia V.

HILL, LETITIA V., 82, of Commerce, MI, previously of Cape Cod, MA, passed away on October 1, 2008. Mrs. Hill was involved in many activities, including church, gardening club, and volunteering. However, her true passions in life were here family, flowers, and art. She will be missed by all who knew her. Loving wife of the late Berton; dear mother of Richard (Debbie Benjamin) Hill, Suzanne (Robert) Simms; proud grandmother of Nina Simms, Richard (Kathryn) Simms, Elena Hill, Alex Hill; sister of Wesley…

Holstein, Lenora (Alves)

HOLSTEIN, LENORA (ALVES), 75, passed away October 27th. She is survived by her daughters, Jane (James) Finn of Bristol, Linda Proulx of Seekonk, MA, sons, Kenneth Holstein of East Greenwich, Jeffrey Holstein and Steven Holstein both of Rehoboth, MA, 7 Grandchildren, sisters, Mary Tavares of S. Dartmouth, MA, Hilda Delmage, and Evelyn Alves of Bristol, brother, James Alves of Bristol. She was the sister of the late Manuel Alves and Julia LaRoche. Funeral Friday, October 31st at 8AM. Mass of Christian Burial…

Hunter Jr., Ralph W.

HUNTER, RALPH W. JR., 85, of Edgewood, passed away October 21, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the husband of Izetta M. (Cobb) Hunter, they were married for 56 years. Born in Marshall, MN, he was a son of the late Ralph W. and Lois (Gaither) Hunter. He had lived in the Edgewood section of Cranston for many years. Mr. Hunter was a US Navy Veteran of WWII. He had worked as a Salesman for Johnson & Johnson, Hills Brothers and for the last 4 years, Target. Besides his wife he leaves three…

Inderlin, Paul Robert

INDERLIN, PAUL ROBERT, of Pawtucket, born on December 16, 1958, died unexpectedly on October 24, 2008 at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph A. and Mildred C. (Spargo) Inderlin. He is survived by a daughter, Tayla Inderlin, a Pharmacy student at Northeastern University in Boston. He is also survived by four sisters, Barbara J. Inderlin, Meg Inderlin, Rory Inderlin Mancini and her husband John, Jeannie M. Roy and her husband Jim, and two brothers Joseph D. Inderlin and his wife Wendy…

Izzo, Colleen Ann (LeClerc)

IZZO, COLLEEN ANN 'MILO' (LeCLERC), 40, a former customer service rep for Copy World for 5 years, died suddenly Saturday, October 25, 2008 at RI Hospital. She was the devoted wife of Michael W. Izzo and the beloved daughter of Elaine (Pattison) LeClerc and the late Russell LeClerc. Colleen was a communicant of St. William Church and was an avid Yankee fan. She loved her children very much. She was the beloved mother of Lynz-Michele Izzo, Eric, Samantha and Kayla; beloved grandmother of Ray-Shawn;…

Jones, Robyn E.

JONES, ROBYN E., 45, of Jodoin St., died Thursday, October 23, 2008 at the VA Regional Hospital in Providence. She was the former wife of Ken Jones. Born in Des Moines, IA, she was a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Hosier) Stacey. Robyn worked as a clerk for years at Woman & Infants Hospital in Providence. She enjoyed gardening, motorcycles and antiques. She leaves her children, Ian K. Jones and Samantha M. Jones, both of West Warwick, two brothers, Thomas Stacey of Wisconsin, Terry Cecil of…

Kucera, Jacqueline F.

KUCERA, JACQUELINE F., died peacefully Sunday evening after complications from a stroke. She was born in 1928, the daughter of Adelaid and Cecile Fortin. Jackie grew up in New Bedford, MA and attended the Sacred Heart Academy before going on to Boston University and the Chamberlain School of Retailing. She met her husband to be, Henry Kucera, at a Harvard University Foreign student mixer. She spoke French and pretended to be a Belgian exchange student to get in. They married in 1951. They traveled widely…

Laliberte, Ernest W.

LALIBERTE, ERNEST W., 91, of Old Carriage Road, a retired assembler and block cutter and owner of the former George's Tap in Providence died October 28, 2008 at RI Hospital. He was the husband of the late Annette M. (Dupont) Laliberte and son of the late Alfred and Philnore (Blanchette) Laliberte. Mr. Laliberte was a WWII Army veteran and participated in the invasion of Okinawa. He was the beloved father of Ernest A.and his wife, Margaret; Robert G. and his wife, Barbara; Norman D. and his wife, Marcia;…

Lenihan, Ann Chase

and friends are invited to attend the funeral service, which will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. in the Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Burial will be private. Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made either to The Westerly Hospital or to the Westerly Ambulance Corps in Ann's memory.

Lewis, Donald E.

LEWIS, DONALD E. 'SKEET', 80, of California Avenue, died on October 26, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Black) Lewis. He was born in Providence, RI; a son of the late Dorothy (Lewis) Snead and the stepson of the late Herman Snead. He was the father of Marcus Lewis and the late Donald 'Duck' Studman. He had 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was the brother of Clarence R., Perry, Roland and Herman Snead, Jr., Carol Scott, and the late Richard and…

Mandeville, Audrey P. (DeVoe)

MANDEVILLE, AUDREY P. (DeVOE), 88, formerly of Cedar Pond Drive, died peacefully Sunday at Alpine Nursing Home, Coventry. Born in Long Island, NY, she was the daughter of the late Trustum and Katherine (Schmitt) Devoe. She was the loving mother of Audrey Arpin of Foster, Phyllis Deary, Joyce DeFusco, both of Melbourne, FL, Jean E. Mandeville of Richmond, and the late Allan L. Mandeville. Cherished grandmother of eight; great-grandmother of thirteen. She was a member of St. Barnabas Church. Her funeral will…

Marjorie R Goodman - Westerly, RI

(10/28/08) Marjorie R. Goodman, 92, of Westerly, died October 27, 2008 in the Westerly Health Care Center. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Walter C. and Gertrude E. (Loxley) Goodman and had li...

Marrocco, Helen O.

MARROCCO, HELEN O., 90, formerly of Lynch St., died Monday at Tockwotton Home. She was the devoted and loving wife of the late Albert Marrocco to whom she was married for sixty-one years at the time of his death in 1997. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Giovanni B. and Angelina (Vuzzo) Orlandi. She worked at Armand's Restaurant in the Arcade, Providence and she worked with her husband at Al's Glass Company, also of Providence. She is survived by her loving children, Debra Russo of…

Matilda A (Castigliego) Pezzuco - Johnston, RI

(10/28/08) PEZZUCO, Matilda A. (Castigliego), 79, of Forand Circle, Johnston, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2008, at the Cedar Crest Nursing Center, Cranston. She was the wife of the late Anthony L. Pez...

McGair, Honorable William J.

McGAIR, HONORABLE WILLIAM J., 92, attorney and former Cranston Probate Judge died on October 28, 2008 after a month long illness. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Rita (Kenney) McGair. He was the beloved father of eight children: William J. McGair, Jr. (and wife Marilyn); Joseph J. McGair, Esq. (and wife Jane); James J. McGair, Esq. (and wife Martha); Marcia McGair Ippolito, Esq. (and husband Hon. Joseph Ippolito); Marilyn F. McGair, Esq. (and husband Dr. Jerrold Pollak); Marion J. McGair, Esq.;…

McGovern, Eva A. Marthy

McGOVERN, EVA A. MARTHY,92, died Oct.19, 2008 in Albany. Born in Hungary, she had lived in Flushing, NY and E. Greenwich, RI. most of her life, coming to Albany in 1995. Wife of the late Dana E. McGovern; mother of Sharon, William and the late Dana E. McGovern Jr.; sister of George L. Marthy MD, the late Francis G. Marthy; grandmother of William McGovern and Grace Ann McGovern; great grand mother of Mark. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at the chapel at Our Lady of Assumption Church, Latham, NY, Friday…

Mignano Sr., Joseph A.

MIGNANO, JOSEPH A., SR., 63, of Beacon Drive, North Kingstown, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 27, 2008 at Kent Memorial Hospital, Warwick after being stricken at home. He was the beloved husband of Diane (Nabb) Mignano. He was born in Providence a son of Joseph and Mary (Palmieri) Mignano of North Kingstown and he had resided in North Kingstown for the past 13 years, previously residing in Cranston. Mr. Mignano graduated from Cranston High School West in 1963 and attended Providence College,…

Mitchell, John J.

MITCHELL, JOHN J., 75, of Warwick and Bonnet Shores, died Tuesday at home. He was the beloved husband of Eugenie (Douglas) Mitchell for 31 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Joseph and Theresa (O'Hare) Mitchell. A European History Teacher, Mr. Mitchell taught at Johnston High School for 35 years, retiring in 1990. He served in The United States Army during the Korean War and was a graduate of LaSalle Academy and Providence College. He was a member of St. Gregory The Great Church, where…

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Rhode Island Obituaries 10/28/08

2008-10-28T08:57:00.001-07:00

Adams, Marye D. (Guillette)

Alvin L Ward - Newport, RI

(10/27/08) Alvin L. Ward, 78, of Sharon Ct., Newport, passed away October 25, 2008, at the Heatherwood Nursing and Subacute Center. He was the husband of Madeline L. (Jaillet) Ward. Born in St. Louis, Missouri o...

Assunta Dowd - North Providence, RI

(10/27/08) DOWD, ASSUNTA \'\'SUSAN\'\' (Battista) 72 of North Providence passed away October 25, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Charles J. Dowd. Mr & Mrs Dowd have been married for 53 years. She was the b...

Cullen-Blanchet, Elizabeth Ann

Dowd, Assunta "Susan" (Battista)

DOWD, ASSUNTA 'SUSAN' (BATTISTA), 72, of North Providence, passed away October 25, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Charles J. Dowd. Mr. & Mrs. Dowd have been married for 53 years. She was the beloved mother of Dennis Battista of Glocester, Charles and Susan L. Dowd both of North Providence. Sister of Rudolph Battista of Johnston, Joseph Battista of North Providence, Dalse Gergora of Hollywood, FL and the late Albert Battista. Mrs. Dowd is also survived by 3 grandchildren. Her funeral will be…

Drainville, Russell W.

DRAINVILLE, RUSSELL W., 85, of 'Harborview' 3663 Pawtucket Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on Sunday October 26, 2008 at Evergreen House surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Gertrude I. (Branch) Drainville and the late Gertrude (Emond) Drainville. Born in Warren, a son of the late Hector and Leda (Gladue) Drainville, he lived in East Providence for 53 years. Mr. Drainville was a batch maker for the former American Hoechst Co. for 15 years before retiring in 1988. Russell was a…

DuPont, Claire F. (O'Connell)

DuPONT, CLAIRE F. (O'CONNELL), 82, formerly of Maplewood Drive, a former registered nurse, died Saturday at Brentwood Nursing Home in Warwick. She was the wife of the late Adrien R. DuPont. Mother of the late Paula C. DuPont. She is survived by her 3 sons, Ronald A. DuPont of Providence, Robert R. DuPont of Hollidaysburg, PA and Philip F. DuPont of Wilton, NH; 2 brothers, James O'Connell of Cranston, William O'Connell of Harrisburg, PA, 2 sisters, Kathleen Weber of Warwick, MaryLou Dutra of…

Farrell, Mildred C. (Smith)

FARRELL, MILDRED C. (SMITH), 96, of the Nancy Ann Nursing Home, East Killingly Road, Foster, Rhode Island died at Miriam Hospital on October 25 surrounded by members of her loving family. She leaves 4 daughters, Madelyn Dennett of Sabago, Maine, Rose Hawes of Foster, Rhode Island, Gloria Benson of Clifton Park, New York, Deborah Bentley of Clayville, Rhode Island, 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. On February 16, 2008, Mildred was…

Fogel, Josef N.

FOGEL, JOSEF N., of 353 Blackstone Blvd., Providence died Sat., Oct. 25, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Loraine (Martin) Fogel. Joe (Josef) was a long-time dedicated volunteer to many organizations; Providence & Cranston YMCA, March of Dimes, Ronald McDonald House, Meals on Wheels, Governor's Council on Aging and Cranston Dept. of Senior Services. In 1996 he was awarded 'Outstanding Senior' by the City of Cranston for his community involvement. He leaves his son, Dean M. Fogel, Dallas,…

Grenier, Jane C. (Houlihan)

GRENIER, JANE C. (HOULIHAN), 72, passed away Monday. She was the companion of the late Walter B. Johnson, Jr. She leaves two children, Robin Wilkinson of Jamestown and Robert A. Grenier, Jr. of Coventry; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her Funeral Service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. in the FAGAN-QUINN Funeral Home, 825 Boston Neck Road, North Kingstown. Burial will be in Cedar Cemetery, Jamestown. Visiting hours Thursday 5-8 p.m. For information and guestbook visit:…

Jose R Mendonca - Pawtucket, RI

(10/27/08) Pawtucket ~ Jose R. Mendonca, 58, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008 at home. Born in the Azores, Portugal, he was a son of Rosa (Silveira) Mendonca of Taunton and the late Domingos Mendonca. He c...

Laffey, Anna M. (Lemiech)

LAFFEY, ANNA M. (LEMIECH), 92, of Pawtucket died Sunday at home. She was the wife of the late John F. Laffey. Born in Uxbridge, MA she was the only child of the late Stanislaw and Agnes (Banas) Lemiech. She was a retired teacher whose teaching career spanned thirty years. She was a member of the Blackstone Valley Retired Teachers Association and a communicant of St. Teresa Church. She is survived by twin daughters, Mary J. Laffey of Woburn, MA and Ann E. Laffey of Pawtucket and one cousin Helen Domski of…

Madeiros, Helen Carroll

MADEIROS, HELEN CARROLL, 90, of Warwick since 1949, passed away Saturday at the West View Health Center. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Madeiros, and loving daughter of the late James and Annie (Trayner) Carroll. She was the loving mother to Keith J. Madeiros and Jo-Ann J. Wrage; also loving grandmother of 5 and great-grandmother of 11. She was the loving grandmother to the late Lori Wilding and loving sister of the late Rae Cooper-Atwell. Born in Attleboro, MA, Helen grew up in the Mt. Pleasant section of…

Makowsky, Sydney A.

MAKOWSKY, SYDNEY A., 84, a resident of Seekonk, MA, died Sun., Oct. 26, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Judith (Ney) Makowsky. Born in Westerly, RI, he was a son of the late Irving and Ida Makowsky. A WWII Army Air Force Veteran, he received the American Theater Campaign Ribbon and the Good Conduct and Victory Medals. Prior to his retirement in 1986 he owned Goldstein Footwear. He was the president of Hunter's Run Country Club in Boynton Beach, FL. Throughout his life he contributed generously to…

Marion T Zebrowski - Providence, RI

(10/27/08) Marion T Zebrowski, 72, of Providence, passed away Monday, October 27, 2008 at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Walter and Adela (Chrostowski) Zebrowski Marion had been a jewelr...

O'Neill, Helen E. (Riley)

O'NEILL, HELEN E. (RILEY), 96, of Williams Street, died unexpectedly on Monday October 27, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Manor, Bristol. She was the wife of the late Gerald O'Neill. Born in East Providence, a daughter of the late Charles E. and Ida E. (Provencher) Riley, she lived in Barrington for 58 years. Mrs. O'Neill was a senior clerk stenographer for the Rhode Island Bureau for the Services of the Blind for 9 years before retiring in 1951. Helen was a communicant of St. Luke Church and a member of…

Patnode Jr., George J.

PATNODE, GEORGE J., JR., 91, of 5 Hunter Avenue, Newport, RI, formerly of Providence, Warwick and Cranston before coming to Newport in 1933, died Monday, October 27, 2008 at Newport Hospital with his children by his side. He was the husband of Eleanor (Geer) Patnode and the late Barbara (Garden) Patnode who passed away October 31, 1990. Born in Newark, NJ on June 3, 1917, he was the son of the late George J. and Agnus (Wiley) Patnode. Besides his wife, he is survived by his sons, Arthur Patnode of Newport,…

Samways, Alfred J.

SAMWAYS, ALFRED J. 'AL', 91, of East Providence and formerly of Seekonk, passed away Saturday at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mildred (Cousins) Samways for 63 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Alfred G. and Elizabeth (Boyd) Samways. Alfred was a design engineer for Brown & Sharpe before retiring in 1982, and was a Chief Petty Officer in the Navy Seabees during WWII. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Peter Samways and wife Maureen of…

Songs, Dean F.

and friends are invited to attend a funeral service Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home, 121 Main St., Westerly. Burial with military honors will follow in RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Visiting hours are today from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 143 Main St., Wakefield, RI 02879. For online condolence go to www.buckler-johnston.com.

Tomlinson, Frederick D.

TOMLINSON, FREDERICK D., 84, of Pennsylvania Avenue died on October 23, 2008 at Miriam Hospital. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Washington) Tomlinson. He was born in Smithfield, N. Carolina; A son of the late Fred D. Tomlinson and the late Millie (Judkins) Tomlinson. He is the father of Keith, Kevin, Mark, Yvette, Christine, Steven Tomlinson and Kim Gomes. He had 18 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is the brother of Gladys Dublin and the late Albert and Edwin Tomlinson. A funeral service will…

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Zabbo, Louis G.

ZABBO, LOUIS G., 48, of Douglas Ave., an employee of Walmart and a former employee of B & F Enterprises, died suddenly Friday, October 24, 2008 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved son of the late Albert and Anna (Iadevaia) Zabbo and had been a Warwick resident before moving to Providence. Louis was a graduate of Tollgate High School Class of 1978 and an avid Yankee fan. He was the beloved brother of Geraldine Fox; beloved twin brother of Augustino G. Zabbo; beloved uncle of Elizabeth, Lauren and Jordan…

Zebrowski, Marion T.

ZEBROWSKI, MARION, T., 72, of Providence, passed away Monday, October 27, 2008 at home. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Walter and Adela (Chrostowski) Zebrowski. Marion had been a jewelry engraver for Herff Jones of Warwick and Providence for 51 years before retiring in 2007. He was a member of both the Smithfield and the Worcester Senior Citizen Centers, the St. Francis Deaf Seniors and the International Catholic Deaf Association. He is survived by his daughter, Beverly Zebrowski Chew and…

Zompa, Albert A.

ZOMPA, ALBERT A., 86, of 181 Davis Dr., Pascoag, passed away Friday October 24, 2008. He was the husband of the late Yolanda 'Viola' (Ionata) Zompa. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Orazio and Emilia (Grande) Zompa. Mr. Zompa was Deputy Clerk for the Chief Judge of the RI District Court for 14 years before retiring. He also worked for United Wire in Cranston as a Machinist Supervisor for over 30 years. He was a WW-II U.S. Army Veteran and served with company D 391 Infantry Regiment in…

Rhode Island Obituaries 10/26/08

2008-10-26T09:28:00.001-07:00

Andrade, Alexandrina (Martins)

ANDRADE, ALEXANDRINA (MARTINS), 91, of Evergreen House Health Center died Friday October 24, 2008. She was the wife of the late Frank D'Andrade. She was born in Sao Miguel, Azores and had lived in Fox Point for over fifty years. She was a communicant of Our Lady of the Rosary Church. She was the mother of Mary Ann Waldron of Providence, Edward Andrade and his wife Theresa of Cranston and George Andrade and his wife Denise of North Providence. She was the grandmother of five and great grandmother of…

Blais, Barbara (Brown)

BLAIS, BARBARA (BROWN), 84, formerly of Warwick and Johnston died after a long illness on Sunday, October 12, 2008 at the Brentwood Nursing Home in Warwick. She was the wife of the late Norman R. Blais. She was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Evans) Brown. She was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church in Scituate. She leaves two daughters: Donna Tornatore and her husband, Robert and Nancy Fullerton and her husband, Kenneth; her sister-in-law, Blanche McGrath and nineteen…

Boissonneault, Andre

BOISSONNEAULT, ANDRE, 83, of Portsmouth passed away on Friday October 24, 2008 at the Somerset Ridge Nursing Center in Somerset, MA. He was the companion of the late Ida Levesque, and former husband of the late Pauline (Leveille) Boissonneault-Chace. Andre was born in Fall River the son of the late George and Aurore (Lord) Boissonneault. Mr. Boissonneault served his country during the Korean War with the United States Army Air force. He then worked for the Newport Underwater Systems Center for many years…

Brown, Steven Valentin

BROWN, STEVEN, VALENTIN, 22, of Bicentennial Way, a security guard at Foxwoods for the past year, died Thursday, October 23, 2008 at RI Hospital from injuries received in an automobile accident. He was the beloved son of Barbara Brown, with whom he resided and the beloved grandson of Dorothy Desrochers and Robert Brown. Steven enjoyed the computer, computer games, text messaging, music and supporting the homeless. Visiting hours will be held Monday 4-8 P.M. followed by a service at 8 P.M. in the Thomas…

Caesar Bevilacqua - Cranston, RI

(10/26/08) BEVILACQUA, CAESAR W. 77 of Cannon St. passed away October 24, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Gertrude (Ruhnau) Bevilacqua. Mr & Mrs Bevilacqua have been marr...

Ciociola, Michael

CIOCIOLA, MICHAEL, 64, of Wellington, Fla., and formerly of Bristol, died on Wednesday, October 22nd at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. He was the husband of Joanna (Andrade) Ciociola. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son, Richard (Elizabeth) DuPont of Royal Palm Beach, Fla., daughter, Debra (David) Ricci of West Palm Beach, Fla., and three granddaughters, Sydney DuPont, Brittney and Cortney Ricci. He was the brother of the late Matthew Ciociola. A funeral will be held, Tuesday, October 28th at 10…

Craig III, Robert L.

CRAIG, ROBERT L., III (RET. LT. CHARLESTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT), 51, of Audubon Dr., Wakefield, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2008 at South County Hospital, Wakefield. He was the husband of Roberta J. (Browning) Craig. He was born in Providence a son of Robert L. and Ann (Murphy) Craig Jr. of Warwick. Mr. Craig was a Police Officer employed by the Charlestown Police Department before retiring last year with the rank of Lieutenant. He was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Police and a member of…

Duffy, Madeleine M. (Healey)

DUFFY, MADELEINE M., (HEALEY), 89, of Capitol Ridge, Smith St., formerly of Metropolitan Rd., died Friday, October 24, 2008 in Roger Williams Medical Center. She was the wife of the late Joseph P. Duffy. Born in Providence a daughter of the late John A. and Mary Ellen (Murphy) Healey. Madeleine had formerly been an administrative assistant for the Board of Governors of Higher Education. She was a graduate of Classical High School and of Katharine Gibbs School. Surviving is a daughter Patrice M. (Denis R.)…

Eric C Palm - Coventry, RI

(10/25/08) Eric C. Palm, 80 of Coventry, died Friday at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, Providence. He was the husband of Elizabeth M. (Tenbrink) Palm and the former husband of Norma M. ( Leader )...

Greer, Mildred E. (Babcock)

Helen (Romanska) McDonald - East Providence, RI

(10/25/08) East Providence ~ Helen (Romanska) McDonald, of Rumford, formerly of Rumford Towers, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Todd McDonald. Bor...

Knowles, Benjamin C.

KNOWLES, BENJAMIN C., 95, a resident of Victoria Court Assisted Living in Cranston, formerly of Warwick, died Friday, October 24, 2008. Born in Arlington, MA, a son of the late Benjamin D. and Katherine (Collins) Knowles, he resided in West Newton, MA before moving to Warwick in 1976. Mr. Knowles had been employed as a manager with Town Paint & Supply Co. in Newton, MA. He was a member of the Shawomet Baptist Church in Warwick. He is survived by a daughter Christina K. Bentley, RN, and her husband…

Lourenco, Mary C. (Paiva)

LOURENCO, MARY C. (PAIVA), 91, died peacefully Friday, October 24, 2008 at the Alpine Nursing Home. She was the wife of the late Henrique Lourenco. Born June 22, 1917, in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Manuel M. and Maria (Araujo) Paiva. She worked in the jewelry industry for 30 years at the former Crest Craft, Inc. She is survived by her son, Henry Paul Lourenco of Coventry; two grandsons, Scott Lourenco of Tampa, FL and Craig Lourenco of the Netherlands; and her great grandson, Sage Lourenco,…

McCarthy III, Frank G.

McCARTHY, FRANK G. III, 39, formerly of Warwick died unexpectedly Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at home in St. Petersburg, FL. Son of Francis G. McCarthy, Jr. of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Antoinette B. 'Toni' (Morris) LaFazia, and step-son to Frank P. LaFazia of Coventry. Frank worked at Aqua Cal in St. Petersburg for the last year. He previously worked at Goldline Control in North Kingstown and American Power Conversion. Frank's interest were family, friends, music and riding his motorcycle. He is…

McDonald, Helen (Romanska)

McDONALD, HELEN (ROMANSKA), of Rumford, formerly of Rumford Towers, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008 at home. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas J. 'Todd' McDonald. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Brunus and Mary (Kowalewska) Romanska, she resided in Rumford for the past 10 years. Helen was employed by Textron until retiring in 1977. She was devoted to her family. She loved nature and spent many happy hours bird watching and gardening. She loved the ocean and enjoyed…

Morel-Bragaul, Rita

MOREL-BRAGAUL, RITA, 90, formerly of Central Falls, died Thursday in Ct. after an illness. She was the widow of Alphonse Morel and also of Antone Bragaul. She was born in Central Falls a daughter of the late Wilfrid and Gloria (Turgeon) LaMontagne. She lived most of her life in the city. She had lived in Ct. for the last 7 years. She had been employed as a waitress at the former Conrad's Banquet Hall and the former Algiers Diner. She was Queen Mother of the Red Hat Society at Gardner Heights, Health…

Packer, John R.

PACKER, JOHN R., of Young Street, Pawtucket died Monday October 20, 2008 at home. He was born in New London, CT., son of the late Ralph and Veronica (Apsit) Packer. Mr. Packer was a musician with The Dunn-Packer Band who indentified with the Chicago Blues Movement and who was known for his work on guitar and base. He toured extensively throughout the United States and abroad with the Duke Robillard and Jimmy Rogers bands and produced his own music under the Hayward Label. While in Amsterdam, he teamed with…

Penn, John

PENN, JOHN, 79, of Summit St., died Friday evening Oct. 24, 2008 at the Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Marie (Andrade) Penn. In addition to his wife of 50 years, he leaves five children, Stephen J. Penn, John F. Penn, James A.G. Penn, and Loretta L. St. Angelo, all of East Providence and Ann-Marie Karl of Rehoboth; three grandchildren, Joseph and Kristen Motta and Demitre Penn. Brother of the late Rose Laurencott, Antoinette Roberts, Ralph, Domenic, and Anthony Pennachio. His funeral…

Potter, Dorothy L.

POTTER, DOROTHY L., 79, of Rand St., Central Falls died Friday, October 24, 2008 at Chestnut Terrace, East Providence, RI. Ms. Potter was born in Providence, RI, daughter of the late Justin and Alice (Buckmaster) Potter. She was an operator of Hord Tool & Dye for 25 years. She leaves two daughters, Deborah Asermely of Pawtucket and Donna Greene of Central Falls, one son, Michael Potter of Providence, a sister, Grace Powell, four brothers, Richard, Merritt, Craig and Donald Potter, and three…

Rose (Mariano) Malone - Bristol, RI

(10/24/08) Mrs. Rose (Mariano) Malone, age 76, of 105 Woodlawn Avenue, Bristol died Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late...

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Rhode Island Obituaries 10/26/08

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Andrade, Alexandrina (Martins)

Blais, Barbara (Brown)

Boissonneault, Andre

Brown, Steven Valentin

Caesar Bevilacqua - Cranston, RI

Ciociola, Michael

Craig III, Robert L.

Duffy, Madeleine M. (Healey)

Eric C Palm - Coventry, RI

Greer, Mildred E. (Babcock)

Helen (Romanska) McDonald - East Providence, RI

Knowles, Benjamin C.

Lourenco, Mary C. (Paiva)

McCarthy III, Frank G.

McDonald, Helen (Romanska)

Rose (Mariano) Malone - Bristol, RI

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Rhode Island Obituaries 10/25/08

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Bergin, Elizabeth (DeWolf)

BERGIN, ELIZABETH (DeWOLF), 76, died Friday October 24, 2008 at Crestwood Nursing Home, Warren. Born Nov. 26, 1931, in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Emily (Coggeshall) DeWolf. She is survived by her children, Sharon E. Bergin of East Providence, David B. Bergin of Rumford and John R. Bergin of Summerville, SC; three grandchildren; four great grandsons; and her sister, Cynthia Gianinni of Cumberland. She was the mother of the late James M. Bergin. Her funeral will begin Monday at 1…

Berthe (D'Amour) Brisson - Fall River, MA

(10/24/08) Berthe (DAmour) Brisson, 102, formerly of Sawdy Pond, Fall River, widow of Omer Brisson, died Friday, October 24, 2008. Born in St. Antoine Abb, PQ, Canada, the daughter of the late Alb...

Coupe, Sister M. Magdalen

COUPE, SISTER M. MAGDALEN, 91, a Sister of Mercy and a retired educator and caregiver, died Wednesday at Mount St. Rita Health Centre. Born Mary Magdalen Coupe in Valley Falls, a daughter of the late Herbert and Alice A. (Eastham) Coupe. She entered the Sisters of Mercy on September 8, 1934 and professed her vows on March 12, 1937. She was a 1934 graduate of the former St. Xavier Academy. Sister earned a B. S. in Education from the former Catholic Teachers College, a B.A. from Salve Regina University and an…

D'Amico, Julia V. (Bianchi)

D'AMICO, JULIA V. (BIANCHI), 91, formerly of Manton Avenue, Providence died Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at Hebert Nursing Home, Smithfield. She was the wife of the late Albert V. D'Amico. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Sisto and Teresa (Celani) Bianchi. Mrs. D'Amico was a foot press operator for various jewelry companies in the Providence area for thirty years before retiring in 1972. Julia was an avid bingo player and enjoyed cooking and baking. She is survived by her…

Emelia (Capraro) Moccio - Johnston, RI

(10/24/08) Emelia Moccio (Capraro), 84, of Johnston, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Ernest Moccio. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of...

Fontaine, Arline R. (Hamel)

FONTAINE, ARLINE R. (HAMEL), 55, of Harvest Dr. and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Kent Hospital. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of Rene R. & Rita E. (Bruneau) Hamel of Coventry. Arline was a secretary at the former Hama Armature Co., Warwick for 25 yrs. She loved spending time with her family and friends and tending to her flower gardens. She was the mother of Crystal H. (and David) Gaouette of Cumberland and Monique L. Fontaine of Warwick. Sister of Renee R.…

Graham, John Wesley Kerr

Malone, Rose (Mariano)

Moccio, Emelia (Capraro)

MOCCIO, EMELIA (CAPRARO), 84, of Johnston, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Ernest Moccio. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Marie (Rossi) Capraro. Emelia enjoyed gardening and ceramics. Besides her husband of 58 years, she is survived by many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Albert, Joseph and Carmino Capraro. Her funeral will be held Monday at 10 a.m. from the Maceroni Funeral Home, 1381…

Phillips-Arruda, Mark D.

Riccio RN, Ann R.

RICCIO, ANN R., RN, 84, of Kentland Avenue, died Wednesday at Elmhurst Extended Care Facility. She was the wife of the late Victor J. Riccio. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late John and Rose (Sherburne) Clancy, she was a lifelong city resident. Mrs. Riccio was a registered nurse at Saint Joseph Hospital, Providence, for thirty years, retiring in 1985. She was a founding member of the Saint Joseph Hospital Nurses Union, and an active member of the Saint Joseph Hospital Nurses Alumnae Association. She…

Roberge, Elaine E.

ROBERGE, ELAINE E., 65, formerly of Sunset Drive, Smithfield, died Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. She was the wife of Donald A. Roberge. Mrs. Roberge was born in Attleboro, MA the daughter of the late Lionel and Yvonne (Metivier) Lemois. She worked at the Bryant College office services deparment. Mrs. Roberge enjoyed traveling, winters in Florida and special times spent with her grandchildren. Besides her devoted husband, she is survived by her sons Michael…

Rodrigues, Urselina S.

RODRIGUES, URSELINA S., 74, of Broad St. died October 22, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Antonio V. Rodrigues. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, she was the daughter of the late Antonio Pacheco and Matilde (Borges daSilva) Aveiro. Urselina and Antonio would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on November 8, 2008. Besides her husband, she is survived by her children; John M. Rodrigues and Paul G. Rodrigues both of Rumford, Luis A. Rodrigues of…

Rose (Mariano) Malone - Bristol, RI

Skinner, Robert D.

SKINNER, ROBERT D., 92, of Prudence Court, Warwick, died on Friday, October 24, 2008 at Kent County Memorial Hospital in Warwick. He was the husband of the late Doris L. (Murphy) Skinner and the late Jessie S. (Sloan) Goodwin Skinner. Born in Providence, the son of the late Bernard J. and Marguerite A. (Harris) Skinner, he lived in Warwick for most of his life. Mr. Skinner was a steamfitter and member of Plumbers Pipefitters Local # 51 since 1940. After retirement, he spent many years active in senior…

Sokoll, M. David

SOKOLL, M DAVID, 46, of Tell St., Providence, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the devoted son of Zelig Sokoll and his wife Eleanor of Staten Island, NY and the late Iris (Velletri) Sokoll. David was an accomplished keyboardist, bass player and drummer, playing with many musicians in NY and RI. Besides his father and stepmother, he was the dear brother of Dvorah Sokoll of Staten Island, NY and Elyce Rivera of Westfield, NJ and loving uncle of Nicole, Julia, Alex…

Sparadeo Sr., Walter A.

SPARADEO, WALTER A. SR., 91, of Hobson Ave., died October 22, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. He was the husband of the late Rita C. (Mimande) Sparadeo. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Donato and Anna (Vernava) Sparadeo. Walter was employed by the former A&PSupermarkets for forty years before retiring. He was an Army Veteran of WWII. He leaves a son, Walter A. Sparadeo Jr. and wife Jo-Ann of North Providence, a grandson, Christopher F. Sparadeo and wife Dawn, two…

Taylor, Allan R.

TAYLOR, ALLAN R., age 69, and formerly of Seekonk, MA died peacefully at home on October 15, 2008 surrounded by his wife, daughters, and sister. He is survived by his wife, Jane (Mitchell) Taylor; his daughters, Linda Provost of Attleboro, MA, Carol Savard of North Attleboro, MA and Bethany Boisvert of Cumberland; six grandchildren; his brother, Arthur Ronald Taylor; his sister, Nancy McCartney; and numerous relatives. A Memorial Service will be held TODAY, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25 at 3:00 P.M. at St.…

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(10/24/08) Sparadeo, Walter A. Sr., 91, of Hobson Ave., died October 22, 2008 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. He was the husband of the late Rita C. (Mimande) Sparadeo. Born in Providence, he was a son...

Rhode Island Obituaries 10/24/08

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Antico Sr., John M.

ANTICO, JOHN M., SR., 67, of Edgwater Park, NJ, died Tuesday October 21, 2008. Born in Providence, and raised in Pawtucket, he has been an Edgewater Park resident for the last 38 years. Husband of Patricia, father of Joseph, John 'Mikey' and Lori Perino; brothers Domenic (Betty) Antico of No. Providence, Joseph of FL, Geraldine Holzberger of Cumberland, Rosemary Bishop of NC; 3 grandchildren. Funeral Mass Saturday at St. Joseph's Church, Beverly, NJ. Arrangements by Dennison Funeral Home,…

Charest, Corey D.

CHAREST, COREY D., 25, of Ledgemont Terrace died Tuesday at home. He is survived by his parents Daniel A. and Kathleen M. (Culinane), three brothers, Gregory J. Charest of Florida, Patrick J. and Christopher R. Charest, both of Glocester and his grandfather, Lucien Charest of Cumberland. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Pike, Greenville. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. in the ANDERSON-WINFIELD Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville Common, Greenville. In lieu of…

Chee M.D., Young Shin

CHEE, YOUNG SHIN, MD, 69 of Wakefield passed away October 22, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Myong Park. Born in Seoul, Korea a son of the late Hail Chee and Chang Soon Park. Dr. Chee was a physician at South County Hospital before retiring. Dr. Chee was a graduate of the Medical University of Korea in Seoul, Korea. He was a member of the Rhode Island Central Korean Church in Warwick. He was the father of Fred S. Chee of New York City and Julie S. Chee of Dunedin,…

Cronin Jr., Kevin T.

CRONIN, KEVIN T. JR. 31, of Kingston. Visiting hours Friday 5-8 PM in the AVERY-STORTI Funeral Home, Wakefield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 12 Noon in Christ the King Church, Kingston. For memorial donations, full obituary: averystortifuneralhome.com

Duffy Sr., Raymond E.

DUFFY, RAYMOND E., SR., 82, of Fuller Street, Pawtucket died Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at the Memorial Hospital of RI in Pawtucket. Mr. Duffy's funeral will be Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. from the MANNING-HEFFERN FUNERAL HOME, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket, with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Teresas Church, 358 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket at 10:00 a.m. The calling hours will be Monday 4-7 p.m. in the funeral home. For a complete obituary, guest book signatures & directions please visit manningheffern.com

Ferrucci, Angelina (Boezi)

FERRUCCI ANGELINA (BOEZI) 90, of Warwick, died Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at the West Shore Health Center, Warwick. She was the wife of the late Nicola Ferrucci. Born in Providence, Angie was the daughter of the late Enrico and Fiorina (Cardinale) Boezi. She is survived by her sons Richard M. and his wife Marguerite, of Norwood, MA, David A. Ferrucci of Narragansett, and her daughter in-law, Anne Ferrucci Angilly of Warwick. She was the mother of the late Nicola Ferrucci and mother in-law of the late…

Giarrusso Jr., Carlo

GIARRUSSO, CARLO JR., of Middleboro, formerly of Norton and Taunton, October 21, 2008, husband of Wilma (Bennett) Giarrusso of Middleboro; son of Matilda (Scienzo) Giarrusso of Providence, RI And the late Carlo Giarrusso Sr.; father of Carlo Giarrusso III of Norton, Michael Giarrusso of Studio City, CA., Michelle Bates of Norton, Carleene Johnson of Middleboro, Marli Cave of Middleboro and the late Taryn Giarrusso; brother of Anna Carnevale, Josephine Eaton, Jeannette Wahl, David Giarrusso, Donald Giarrusso…

Homer L Trickett - Cumberland, RI

(10/23/08) Cumberland Rev. Dr. Homer L. Trickett, 95, of Pound Road, an American Baptist Minister, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at Kent Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband of the late Margaret...

Laurie A (McCombe) Manton - Warwick, RI

(10/23/08) Laurie A. (McCombe) Manton, 53, of Edmond Dr., passed away on October 22, 2008 in the Kent County Memorial Hospital. She was the adored wife of William J. Manton and loving mother of Wa...

Parenteau, G. Gerda (Alardi)

PARENTEAU, G. GERDA (ALARDI), 71, died peacefully October 22 with family. Lifelong companion of the late Andrew Alardi. Born in Germany, she resided in North Providence. Retired from General Dynamics as a welder. She rejoins Andrew Alardi, son Andreas W. Alardi and grandson Adelino Rezendes, II. Survived by sons, Rene Parenteau, Erik Alardi; daughters, Jeannette Degrace, Antionette 'Toni' Duva; 9 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren. Mass will be Saturday Oct. 25th at 11 a.m., St. Anthony's…

Paterno, Angelo E. "Putter"

and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial, which will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, 111 High St., Westerly. Burial will be in St. Sebastian Cemetery, Westerly. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly, is in charge of the arrangements.

Pereira, Robert C. "Bobby"

PEREIRA, ROBERT C. 'BOBBY' 36, of Waterman Ave. died October 20, 2008 at RI Hospital. Born in Providence, he was the son of Maria R. (Simas) Pereira of East Providence and the late Marcelino T. Pereira. He was a laborer and a member of Local 271. Besides his mother, he is survived by his son; Robert J. Pereira of Riverside. He is survived by his siblings; Maria Kidd of Hope, RI, John Pereira and Luis Pereira both of East Providence and Daniel Pereira of Riverside. He leaves 5 nieces and 1 nephew.…

Regine, Lewis R.

REGINE, LEWIS R., 52, of Kentland Avenue, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 22, 2008 surrounded by his loving family at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center. Born in Providence he was the devoted son of Joan (Dumont) Regine and the late Frank Regine. Mr. Regine was employed as a Carpenter for the Providence Civic Center. He had a love for art and was an avid sports fan. He is survived by his son Dean Regine of Providence; a sister Christine Marfeo of North Providence and a nephew Michael Marfeo of…

Robert M Simas - West Warwick, RI

(10/22/08) SIMAS, Robert M., 72, formerly of West Warwick, passed away Monday, October 20, 2008, at home. He was the husband of the late Georgette C. (Benoit) Simas. Born in West Warwick, a son of the late...

Trickett, Dr. Rev. Homer L.

TRICKETT, REV. DR. HOMER L., 95, of Pound Rd., an American Baptist Minister, died Wednesday at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Margaret M. (Miller) Trickett to whom, at the time of her death in 2005, he had been married for sixty-five years. He was the beloved father of Dr. Paul L. Trickett and his wife Gloria Howard of Providence and a foster parent of Claudette Ross of Easton, MD and Deardra MacDonald of Florida. Born in Preston County, WV he was the son of the late William J. and…

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Weaton, John S.

WEATON, JOHN S., 86, of Seekonk, MA, died Monday at home. He was the companion of Joan Governo and the husband of the late Dorothy (Kenyon) Weaton and the late Edith L. (Case) Weaton. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late William and Gladys (Crandall) Weaton. His son Roy D. and his wife Patricia Weaton, his sisters, Dorothy Pope, Emily Washburn and Helen Ellison, and his grandchildren Ryan Weaton and Kristen Chamberlain survive him. He was the brother of the late Louise Stone. His funeral and burial…

Young S Chee MD - South Kingstown, RI

(10/22/08) CHEE, YOUNG SHIN MD 69 of Wakefield passed away October 22, 2008 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Myong Park. Born in Seoul, Korea a son of the late Hail Chee and C...