86, of Cranston, formerly of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Janice (Alviti) Amaral. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Jessie and Dolores (Sisto) Amaral, Sr.
Besides his wife Janice, he is survived by his loving children, Robert V. Amaral and his wife Karen of Wakefield, and Stephanie A. Santilli and her husband Joseph of Johnston; cherished grandchildren, Joseph R. Santilli, Erika Santilli and Amanda Amaral Miller. He was the dear brother of Ann Marie LaBianco of California, and the late David Amaral, Richard Amaral, Dolores Thomas, Jessie Amaral Jr., and Delphina VonDinger.
His funeral service will be held in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Friday at 11:00am. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. VISITING HOURS will be held on Friday morning from 9:30 – 11:00 am.