All Obituaries

of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antranig and Nouhimzar (Mardigian) Krikorian. Miram was a Budget Administrator for the U.S. Government for many years before retiring; and was a frequent caller on Talk Radio. She was the devoted mother of Diana M. Barsoumian of Cranston, cherished grandmother of Manoug “Mike” Barsoumian of Cranston and dear sister of Elizabeth Kooloian of North...

of Johnston, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at Cra-Mar Meadows in Cranston.  Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Vincent and Eleanor (Zoglio) Sarandrea.  Elaine was the Manager at the former Douglas Drug in Cranston for over 20 years, before retiring. She is survived by her children, James T. Brotherton and his fiancé Deborah Marandola, and Lori A. Hartley and her husband Thomas, all of Johnston.  Elaine was the cherished grandmother of...

65, of Providence, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Nancy (Mirabella) McKendall. He was the brother of Gloria Mallozzi, Helen Olivelli, Barbara Santilli, Marie Rezendes, Anita Coutu, Rita Bassett, Thomas McKendall, and the late Ernest McKendall and Michael McKendall Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday...

76, of Johnston, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 15, 2018, at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence. He was the cherished husband of Linda (Tavarozzi) D’Abrosca. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Luigi “Louis” and Angelina (DelGiudice) D’Abrosca. David was a truck driver for many years until his retirement. David loved spending time with his grandchildren, especially days at the beach. He was an amazing...

77, of Coventry, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at RI Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael Dennis. Born in Sharon, CT, she was a daughter of the late Irving “Sam” Lovett, Sr., and Junia (Farwell) Lovett. Sue loved her family especially spending time with her grandchildren. She also loved her pets and birdwatching. Sue is survived by her loving children, Michael S. Dennis, Rebecca J. Zeoli, Mary M. Dennis, all of Coventry, and Carol...

90,  passed away peacefully on April 14, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Manor in Bristol, RI. He was surrounded by his loving family and the caring staff of St. Elizabeth Manor and Hope Hospice & Palliative Care Rhode Island. He was the eldest son of Miguel (“Mike”) Lanzi and Pasqualina (“Lena”) Tanzi. He was predeceased by his brother Sgt.Thomas Lanzi, CPD, of Cranston, and by his sister, Anna Ronci, formerly of Cranston and later of...

  80, of Warwick, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family  on Friday, April 13, 2018. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late William and Amelia (Tacelli) Brown. Robert was an auto painter for Travelers Auto Body of Providence for many years before his retirement. His hobbies included DIY projects and spending time with his children, grandchildren, neighbors and friends. He is survived by his loving children, Debra A. Martin and her husband...

83, of Warwick, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family Friday April 13, 2018.  She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas C. DiStefano, Sr. Marie worked by her husband’s side for 63 years , through all of life’s endeavors. Family was everything to them. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Mary (Randle) Broccoli. She was the mother of Cheryl Paolino and her husband Frank of East Greenwich, Linda Cotter and Brenda...

  83 of Narragansett lost his courageous battle with cancer and died peacefully on April 12, 2018. He leaves the true love of his life, his wife Betty (Coletti).  They were married for 62 years and were together for more than 66 years. He was the father of his beautiful daughter, Diane and he will join his two sons, Henry Jr. and David in his next life.  Born in Providence he was the son of the late Henry and Louise (Guyette) Gombeyski; brother of Charles Gombeyski,...

  74, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 12, 2018 after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of fifty-one years to Joyce S. (Larocque) Petrarca. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Domenico and Antoinetta (Antonaccio) Petrarca. Bob was a career employee at the former ALMACS Supermarkets and a life-long professional musician. Bob’s love of life and music filled all around him with happiness and he will fondly be remembered for his...