Charles E. Porcaro, Sr.

84, of West Warwick, passed away on September 3, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Norma (Hutchinson) Porcaro for 64 years.  Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Michael and Rose Alma (Belanger) Porcaro.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Christine Petrarca and her husband John of West Greenwich, Lisa Faraone and her husband Valentino of Coventry, David Porcaro and his wife Lisa of Glocester, Mari Bianco of Coventry, Michael Porcaro and his wife Lynn of Wisconsin, John Porcaro and his wife Tatjana of Coventry; and the late Charles E. Porcaro, Jr and his wife Julia; fourteen cherished grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; dear brother of the late Michael Porcaro and Claire Paone.

Charlie was a Korean War Veteran member of the 102nd AC&W Squadron.  He graduated from URI in 1961 with a degree in accounting, and worked as a Special Agent with the US Treasury Department.  He was founder and President of Tax Rite Services for over 30 years.  Charlie was a member of the Cranston Rotary Club, serving two years as President.  He was a member of the RI Board of Accountancy, serving two years as Chairman.  Charlie had a lifelong passion for photography, that he enjoyed sharing with his friends and family.  For many years, he was actively involved in local politics.

Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Friday at 8:45 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Joseph’s Church, West Warwick. Burial will be private. VISITING HOURS will be held on Thursday from 4 – 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, 245 Waterman St., Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906.