All Obituaries

Of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 14, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Aleppo, Syria to her parents Dikran and PailadzounNalbandian. She was an elememtary and high school teacher at the Sahagian School in Aleppo . She was assistant administrator of Children's Welfare and Health Clinic in Aleppo , Syria . She  came to the United States in 1970 . She received her Bachelors and Masters of...

69, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 12, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of his true love and soulmate of 48 years, Carmela (Vetrano) Mancini. Born in Teano, Italy, he was one of eight sons and daughters of the late Oreste and Liberina (Faella) Mancini. Guido immigrated to this country from Italy in 1970 and worked as a tool setter for 48 years at Tercat Tool & Die in Providence. Besides his wife, he is survived by his children, John...

Maria graduated from The Convent of the Sacred Heart of Elmhurst Academy in Providence, RI, Chamberlayne Jr. College in Boston, MA majoring in early childhood education. She also attended the Elliot Pierson School of Early Childhood in Boston.    Maria was Vice President of The Association of Young Children while studying in the Boston area.  She was instrumental in developing a prekindergarten program in The Boston schools in conjunction with the government program, Head...

88, of Providence, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018.  She was the beloved wife of Loreto J. Raso.  Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Vitali and Rafaella (Natale) DiGennaro. Elvira was the loving mother of 2 sons, Dennis Raso and wife Lori of Carrollton, TX, Robert Raso and his wife Michelle of Warwick, RI, 1 daughter Sharon Notarianni of Ledyard, CT; 7 grandchildren, Gina Francis, Maureen Johnston, Samantha Raso, Matthew Raso, Debbie Sladvid, Jeffrey...

  86, of Warwick, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband of Lucille (Forti) Patriarca.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Bernardo and Genouffa (Bocchino) Patriarca.  Anthony was a professional photographer and also worked at Rhode Island College for 26years until his retirement at age 79; he was also a Korean War Air Force...

33, of Hope, RI, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2018.  Born in Providence, he was the son of James and Elizabeth (Ucci) Ricci. Besides his parents, he was the loving father of Gianni and Lucas Ricci; dear brother of Jessica, Jamie, and Jennifer Ricci and was the brother of the late Robert A. Ricci; step-siblings Jimmy Ricci and Tiffany Ricci Gidney; uncle of Nicholas Ricci.  He also leaves his loving girlfriend Kaleigh Stravato. Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME &...

  93, of East Greenwich, previously of Cranston, passed away on Monday, July 9th, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Home, East Greenwich. She was the beloved wife of the late Nicholas P. Barone. Born in Warwick, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Feroche) Confreda. Mrs. Barone was a bookkeeper for Leesona and Allendale for many years until her retirement. She is survived by her loving children Dr. Nicholas D. Barone of and his wife Diane of Lincoln, Elaine Deegan and her husband...

  68, of Cranston, passed away on July 8th, 2018 ay his home . He was the beloved husband of Ann (woo) Gamba. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Amelio and Anna ( Caldamone) Gamba. Mr. Gamba was a laborer for Cardi Construction for many years until his retirement; he was also a Vietnam Army veteran. Robert was the brother of the late Joyce and Norene . Relatives and friends are invited to attend his committal prayers on Thursday at 9:30 am in St. Ann’s Cemetery Chapel....

93, of North Providence, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 8, 2018. Born in Providence, Rocco is survived by his two loving children, Rocco P. Gesualdi and his wife Susan of Warwick and Lori Gesualdi of North Providence. He was the cherished grandfather of Ariana Michaud and great-grandfather of Aiden and Alana Michaud. He was a professional chef owning multiple businesses, he was also a US army veteran serving during WWII.  His funeral services are...

of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 7, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.  He was the beloved husband for 49 years of Vanouhi (Antoyan) Kojoian.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Harry and Nazley (Bedigian) Kojoian. Michael was a mechanic for the RI Public Transit Authority for many years before retiring. He was an Eagle Scout and a proud Boy Scout volunteer; and was a member of Amalgamated Transit Union 618. Besides his wife Vanouhi,...