Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Norma A. (Iannuccilli) Rodi
Aug 6, 2025
92, of Cranston, returned home to the Father on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025. .
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Edna (Ondis) Iannuccilli. Norma was the beloved wife of the late Edward L Rodi with whom she was married 56 years.
She was predeceased four months ago, by her dear brother, Louis Iannuccilli, and is survived...
Mary N. (Ciacciarelli) Pezzullo
Aug 4, 2025
92, of Johnston, entered eternal life surrounded by the peace and love of her family on Monday, August 4, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Edmund B. Pezzullo Sr. Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Mariano and Anna (Macera) Ciacciarelli. Mary was both a school and bus aid for the Johnston School Department...
William E. Paplauskas Jr.
Aug 3, 2025
77, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Rosemary (Cabana) Paplauskas for 53 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Dorothy (Nickerson) Paplauskas.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter Jennifer Fredette and her husband Douglas; cherished granddaughter Katherine Fredette; siblings David Paplauskas and his...
Lida Khandanyan, MD
Aug 3, 2025
a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 1, 1935, in Yerevan, Armenia, she embodied warmth, resilience, and dedication throughout her life.
Dr. Khandanyan served as a medical surgeon in the Armenian Army for many years, a testament to her commitment to helping others and her...
Margaret (Tagliatela) Moretti
Aug 1, 2025
known for her loving and kind nature, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on November 8, 1925, Margaret devoted her life to her family and her career, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Throughout her professional journey, Margaret worked diligently at Coro Manufacturing and later at Miriam Hospital before retiring. Her...
Robert L. Guarniero
Jul 30, 2025
Robert L. Guarniero, 59, of Warwick son of the late Ralph and Norma (Spizzirri) passed away on July 29, 2025. He was also predeceased by his brother-in-law John (Jack) Gionis.
Robert is survived by his ever-present (ex) wife Lori Guarniero(Richard) and his beloved children Robert Guarniero, Jr and Julia Guarniero. He also leaves siblings: Verna Gionis, Denise Nadeau, Ralph Guarniero, Jr.,...
Diane Marie (Rotelli) Lefebvre
Jul 30, 2025
84, Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Kent Regency in Warwick, RI. She was the wife of the late Richard LeFebvre and mother of the late Simone Phelps and the late Gregory LeFebvre. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas D. Rotelli and Josephine M. (Spetrini) Rotelli.
She was the sister of the late...
Kenneth A. Lapre
Jul 29, 2025
Kenneth A. Lapre, 78, of Virginia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. His passing marks the loss of a man whose presence brought great joy to those around him.
Ken faced a rare cancer with remarkable strength and courage, never losing his sense of humor throughout his journey. In 2014, he moved to Virginia...
Eleanora "Nora" (DiBenedetto) Ionata Williams
Jul 28, 2025
105, of Warwick, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Avalon Nursing Home in Warwick. Born in Springfield, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Paolo and Agatha (Maio) DiBenedetto. Eleanora was the former wife of the late Dario Ionata and Alvin Williams.
She is survived by her loving children, Diana Tenrreiro, Paul Ionata, Anthony Ionata, Dario Ionata...
John A. Iafrati
Jul 28, 2025
John A. Iafrati, 94, formerly of Cranston passed away on Monday July 28, 2025, in Attleboro, MA with his family by his side. Born in Cranston he was the son of the late Orizio and Anna (Cambio) Iafrati. He was the beloved husband of the late Anna (Moriconi) Iafrati.
John proudly served his country in the US Army, during the Korean...
Geraldine M. Anderson
Jul 27, 2025
91, of Cranston, formerly of Fairfield, CT, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur Anderson. Born in Stratford, CT she was the daughter of Margaret Wargo Perrott.
Geraldine worked as Vice President of Marketing Research for Yankelovich, Skelly & White in CT for many years before retiring. She resided...
Teresa De Jesus Reyes
Jul 26, 2025
Teresa De Jesus Reyes, of Pawtucket, born on August 27, 1966, in the beautiful Dominican Republic, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, in Providence, surrounded by her beloved family. A devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Teresa lived a life characterized by her unwavering faith, boundless love, and indomitable spirit. Teresa was diagnosed in 2023 with cancer;...
Demetrio C. DiRocco
Jul 26, 2025
63, of Johnston, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Silvana (Campopiano) DiRocco. Born in Capriati a Volturno, Italy he was the son of the late Manlio and Maria (Fetta) DiRocco.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children Elena Caramante and her husband Jeffrey, Demetria DiRocco and her partner Cameron Monahan; cherished...
Donald W. Rotteck
Jul 25, 2025
81, of Warwick, formerly of Providence, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Kent Regency. He was the beloved husband of Elaine (Montefusco) Rotteck. Born in Derby, CT he was the son of the late Charles and Marjorie (Fige) Rotteck.
Donald worked in retail photography for many years. He was also a former executive with the Boy Scouts of...
Timothy M. Diskin
Jul 24, 2025
57, passed away on July 24, 2025, surrounded by love at his home in Wakefield, RI and the world lost joy on that day. Tim battled cancer valiantly for over six years and although his body grew weary, he never surrendered his spirit, his wit, or his charm.
Timmy was born and raised in the Minooka section of Scranton, PA. He...
Joyce M. (L'Heureux) Vicario
Jul 22, 2025
88, of Johnston, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late John B. Vicario, Sr. Born in Pawtucket she was the daughter of the late Laurent and Margaret (Joyce) L’Heureux.
Joyce was the devoted mother of John B. Vicario, Jr. and his wife Donna of Johnston, Laurent...
Claire (Gasbarino) Morra
Jul 21, 2025
Claire (Gasbarino) Morra 76, of Cranston, passed away Monday July 21, 2025 at Respiratory Rehab in Coventry surrounded by her loving family
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Gladys (Bedetta) Gasbarino.
She was the beloved mother of Nicole (Morra) Periquito and her husband Michael and the late Natalie Morra; loving grandmother of Natalia Wood, Michael Periquito,...
Dr. Robert G. Brooks
Jul 21, 2025
86, of Warwick, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025 at the Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Jean E. (Peters) Brooks for 50 years. Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late David and Ella (Stott) Brooks.
Robert earned his Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.)...
Margaret E. (Gallagher) Sylvia
Jul 20, 2025
61, of Cranston, passed away at her home on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Larry Sylvia. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late James and Margaret (Palminteri) Gallagher.
Margaret was a dedicated eye technician, a role she fulfilled with passion and commitment for many years. Her work not only reflected her...
JoAnn (Richard) DeBiasio
Jul 20, 2025
74, of Pinegrove Ave., Warwick, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025 at RI Hospital with her husband by her side. She was the beloved wife for 50 years of Joseph DeBiasio, III. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy (Deady) Richard.
JoAnn was an invoice clerk for Walmart for 20 years before retiring.
Besides her husband...
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