JOHN PRINCIPE

86, formerly of DePasquale Ave., Providence, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at the RI Veterans Home in Bristol. Born in Providence, he was the devoted son of the late Vincenzo and Mary (Tedesco) Principe.

He was a U.S. Army WW-II veteran.

John was the dear brother of Marie A. Loporchio of Cranston, the late Antonio, Vincent, Amedeo, Joseph and Ernest Principe and Phyllis Vispo; and was the loving uncle of many nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Ann's Church, 1493 Cranston St., Cranston at 12 noon. Interment with military honors will be at St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS are WEDNESDAY MORNING from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: RI Veterans Home Fund, 480 Metacom Ave., Bristol, RI 02809.