69, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at Brentwood Nursing Home in Warwick. He was born in Providence, a son of the late Stephen and Catherine (Mansi) West.
Robert had a love for music, guitars and poetry. He loved to tell jokes and was also a collector of military memorabilia.
He is survived by his uncle Santo Bianchi of Cranston and his Burdick Family. He was also the nephew of the late Mary Mansi and Margaret Bianchi.
His funeral will be held on Friday at 10 am from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory 1278 Park Ave., Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am in St. Mary's Church, 538 Broadway, Providence. Burial will take place in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours will be held Friday morning 9-10 am.