Dolores A. (DiLorenzo) Cuddemi

88, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at HopeHealth Hospice and Palliative Care RI. She was the beloved wife of the late John M. Cuddemi. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Adeline (Calicchia) DiLorenzo.

Dolores was a classically trained pianist and taught so many over the years. She was an amazing baker and chef, famously known for her eggplant. She also enjoyed knitting scarves for her family and friends.

Dolores is survived by her loving children, Michael J. Cuddemi (Ret. C.P.D.), Tracy A. Petrella and her husband Mark (Ret. C.P.D.); cherished grandchildren, Adriana Freeman and her husband Jon, Miranda Petrella and her fiancé Domenic DiBiase, Michael Cuddemi Jr. and Jake Cuddemi; great-granddaughters Mila and Chloe Freeman. Dolores was the sister of the late Norma DiLorenzo.

Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:00 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Mary’s Church, Cranston. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: HopeHealth Hospice Care RI, 1085 N Main Street, Providence, RI 02904.