67, of Providence, passed away peacefully at home, on Wednesday, December 31, 2014. She was the beloved wife of Robert Brazenor, Jr. for 45 years. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Bernard Murphy, Sr. and Helen (Dupuis) Murphy. Mrs. Brazenor was a CNA for Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Centre for 35 years. During her time there, Jo-Ann was known to be the resident liaison, dealing with a multitude of tasks. Her true passions were her grandchildren and her work.
Besides her husband, she is survived by her loving children Paul Brazenor and his wife Marilynn of Johnston and Scott Brazenor and his wife Louann of Woonsocket; she was the cherished grandmother of Lindsay, Riley, Avery and Ashlyn Brazenor. Jo-Ann was a sister of the late Bernard Murphy, Jr., Joseph Murphy, Richard Murphy, Helen Tessier and Sr. Carolyn Murphy.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Home Service on Monday at 11:00 a.m. in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston. Burial will take place in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS: Sunday from 4:00-8:00 p.m.