Michael Lepizzera

86, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 7, 2017.  He was the beloved companion of the late Vivian Marino.  Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Isidoro and Filomena (DelBonis) Lepizzera.

Mike was a devoted chef for many years and enjoyed serving his loyal friends and customers.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during WWII.

He is survived by Paula and Anthony Conti of Cranston, Malorie Conti and Joseph Canavan of Warwick, his aunt Sister Mary Delbonis, niece Rebecca Tyler and nephew Jerome SantaMaria, and many other relatives and close friends.  He was the brother of the late Marie SantaMaria, Raymond and Anthony Lepizzera.

Funeral from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston on Monday at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Cranston.  Burial will take place in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.  VISITING HOURS are Sunday 4 - 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church, 1525 Cranston St., Cranston, RI 02920 or to the Brian Moretti Scholarship Fund, c/o Rhode Island Foundation, One Union Station, Providence, RI 02903.