Arthur A. Caniglia

61, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of thirty-six years to Marie B. (Petrella) Caniglia. Born in Warwick, he was a son of the late Arthur F. and Frances (Thompson) Caniglia Andrus. Arthur was employed by the Town of West Warwick for twenty-five years before his retirement. He was an avid fisherman, Patriots fan, and enjoyed riding his motorcycle.

Besides his wife he is survived by his loving children, Jaime M. Caniglia and Jonathan F. Caniglia, both of Cranston. Arthur was the brother of Francine Caniglia of Warwick, Tina Dion, Jackie Caniglia, and half-brother Michael Caniglia, all of West Warwick. He was the brother of the late Jonathan Caniglia. Arthur is also survived by the family cat “Gus”.

Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Matthew Church, corner of Park and Elmwood Avenues, Cranston. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS Wednesday 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the RISPCA, 186 Amaral Street, East Providence, RI 02915.