Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Joyce Deborah (Prosser) Hopkins
Jan 28, 2025
Joyce Deborah Hopkins (née Prosser, formerly Berry) passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 71. A woman of undeniable resilience, Joyce lived a life shaped by love, loss, and an unrelenting determination to beat the odds—including her decades-long triumph as a cancer survivor.
Born on August 20, 1953, Joyce defied convention from an early age. As a high...
Madeline E. (Colando) Leone
Jan 28, 2025
89, of Johnston, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late William M. and Doris L. (Parker) Colando.
Madeline was a circulation supervisor at the Mariam J. Morh Memorial Library in Johnston where she worked for 35 years before retiring. She was an avid reader; enjoyed...
Milagros Del Carmen Jimenez
Jan 27, 2025
Milagros Del Carmen Castillo Jiménez de 87 años, de Providence, R.I., ha fallecido en su casa el 27 de Enero del 2025, rodeada por el calor, amor y en oración de sus hijos y nietos. Fue la querida hija de Fresolina Castillo y Epifanio Hernandez, cuyos valores y amor llevo consigo a lo largo de su vida. Nacida en la...
Joseph S. Menna
Jan 26, 2025
Joseph S. Menna, age 70, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 26, 2025, after a brief illness and hospitalization.
Joe was completely devoted to his wife of 43 years, Margaret (Peggy) Mottola Menna and adored his daughter, Kristen M. Varone and his son-in-law, Ryan. The light of Joe’s life was his grandson, Joseph Richard Varone, who lovingly called him “Papa...
Michael J. Clerc
Jan 26, 2025
68, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Providence, he was the son of Anna (Larrivee) Clerc and the late Joseph Clerc.
He received a bachelor’s degree from Bryant College and worked for Atlas ATM for forty-two years before retiring.
Besides his mother, he leaves his sister, Sandra Caliri and her husband Angelo; three...
Robin M. Williams
Jan 25, 2025
Robin Mae (Teolis) Williams, it is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Robin Teolis Williams, on January 25, 2025, at the age of 54. She was a radiant, happy light in our lives, with such a beautiful smile that could light up a room. She survives and is remembered by her cherished son Josh Williams,...
Pei Li
Jan 24, 2025
Age 88, of Cranston RI, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Yi Q.Chen.
She has 4 children, Yan, Zhen, Wan and John.
Visiting hours will be held in the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME & Crematory, 1278 Park Avenue, Cranston on Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm; Friday morning,...
Anthony J. Caliri
Jan 24, 2025
67, of Exeter, passed away peacefully at home with his family on Friday, January 24, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Nancy Mancini Caliri. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Rose (Pagano) Caliri.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children, Cara Hesford and her husband Jake, and Douglas Caliri; cherished granddaughter...
Frank A. Macera
Jan 22, 2025
72, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Armando and Frances (Ricci) Macera.
Frank attended Rhode Island College and worked as a security guard for many years before retiring.
An accomplished drummer, Frank traveled throughout New England with his country music band, Carol County Line. He...
Peter Taraian
Jan 21, 2025
94, of Seekonk, MA, formerly of Barrington, RI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 21st.
He is survived by his four sons: Peter and wife Kathleen, David and wife Lynette, Gary and wife Sonya, Mikel and wife Lisa, and predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Roberta, and by his sisters Mary & Teresa Taraian.
He...
William E. Begones, Jr. (Ret. CPD)
Jan 21, 2025
85, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Donna Rae (Thienpont) Begones. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late William and Rita (Comella) Begones.
William was a Cranston Police Officer for many years before his retirement. He served his country in the U.S....
Isabel A. (Nuñez) Batista
Jan 20, 2025
Isabel A. (Nuñez) Batista 84, of Providence, R.I., passed away Monday, January 20, 2025 at Women & Infants Hospital in Providence, R.I. surrounded in prayer at her bedside with her children and siblings.
She was an extraordinary woman who dedicated her life to her family and service to others never expecting anything in return. She was extremely generous and compassionate living...
Elaine A. Colardo
Jan 20, 2025
Elaine A. Colardo, 83 of Cranston, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Gaetano and America (Cerilli) Terenzi. She was the beloved wife of 54 years of the late Robert N. Colardo. She is survived by her children, Dianne M. Colardo, Robert P. Colardo, Claudia Colardo-Santilli (Raymond) and one granddaughter, Sophia Santilli, who...
Elaine M. (O'Brien) Blais
Jan 19, 2025
82, passed away peacefully after many visits from her family on January 19th, 2025. She was the loving wife of Maurice P. Blais; they had been married 56 years. Born in Providence, she was the eldest daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Flanagan) O’Brien.
Elaine graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. A lifelong educator, she...
Josephine M. Pignatelli (Nicolo)
Jan 19, 2025
96, of Johnston, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
For 53 years she was the beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Pignatelli. Born and raised in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Benedetto Giuseppe and Fortunata (Chece) Nicolo.
Josephine leaves her four children, Donna M. Reedy, Lynn M. DiLibero (Fred),...
Im Ouk
Jan 19, 2025
80, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025. He was the devoted and beloved husband of the late Phanny (Tik) Ouk, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership. Born in Kampong Cham, Cambodia, Im courageously emigrated to the United States in 1982, seeking a brighter future for his family.
A hardworking and dedicated individual, Im...
Cheryl L. (Urquhart) Zangrilli
Jan 18, 2025
63, of Smithfield, RI passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born in Warwick, RI, she was the loving daughter of the late Richard S Urquhart and Nancy Lou Urquhart (Pierce). She was the beloved wife of 40 years of Joseph S Zangrilli, Jr. Cheryl was a graduate of Saint Joseph School of Nursing,...
Antonio F. Rebelo
Jan 17, 2025
Antonio F. Rebelo, 95 of Cranston, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, with his family by his side. Born in Prados, Celorico da Beira, Portugal. He was the son of the late Joaquim and Maria da Fonseca Rebelo. He was the beloved husband just shy of 64 years of Maria Fernanda Fragoso Rebelo.
Besides his wife he is survived by...
Gloria M. (Stravato) Caniglia
Jan 17, 2025
93, formerly of Johnston, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Orlando P. Caniglia.
Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Rose (D’Agnillo) Stravato.
Gloria loved to cook Sunday dinners for her family she also enjoyed playing bingo.
She leaves three children, Diane M. Castellucci and...
Vartges "Gus" M. Engustian
Jan 17, 2025
age 95, entered eternal rest with the Lord on January 17, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Dolores N. (Abbey) Engustian. He is survived by his daughters Lori Engustian, Kathryn Engustian (and husband Theodore Doolittle) and Christine Engustian, his grandchildren Anayis, Eve and Wyatt Doolittle, his nephew and niece, Jeffrey and Gail Goolgasian, and his great-niece, Marisa...
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