Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Richard "Dick" Edward Angeli
Mar 4, 2025
88, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Edith (Tabellario) Angeli.
Growing up on Federal Hill, Dick was a proud graduate of Holy Ghost and Mount Pleasant High School. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the US Army, serving as a PFC in Battery B, Howitzer Battalion, 14th Artillery stationed in...
Gail M. (Trudel) Ciresi
Mar 4, 2025
Beloved mother, grandmother, educator, and nurse, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Gail was the daughter of the late Raymond and Gertrude (“Trudy”) Trudel. She was the devoted wife of the late Philip Ciresi and a loving mother to Cristen (Marshall/“Tripp”) Raucci, Matthew (Deirdre) Ciresi, Kathryn (Clayton) Plumer, and Michael Ciresi. She also leaves...
Doris A. Orsi (Tremblay)
Mar 4, 2025
90, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Eugene J. Orsi. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Regina (LaPlante) Tremblay.
She was the sister of the late Emile Tremblay, Rita Rainone, and Irene Mancini. She is...
Danielle Marie (Verpil) Herard
Mar 1, 2025
81, of Hope, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at RI Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Christian Herard. Born in Cavaillon, Haiti, she was the daughter of Pierre Verpil and Emma (Torchon) Verpil.
In Haiti, after completing her high school level education, Danielle earned a degree at the Hospital Immaculate Conception School of Nursing of Cayes, and then...
Hongthong Luangsouphom
Mar 1, 2025
61, of Coventry, passed away on March 1, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Phetmanivone (Inthavong) Luangsouphom. Born in Vientiane, Laos, he was a son of the late Nhot and Kay (Duangdara) Luangsouphom. Mr. Luangsouphom was the owner of HTL Jewelry Corporation for over ten years before working as a machinist in Smithfield. He was a member of the...
Josephine C. Ruggieri (Gemma)
Mar 1, 2025
With heavy hearts, the children of Josephine C Ruggieri (Gemma) announce the passing of their beloved Mother.
Josephine was born in Providence RI on December 1, 1929 to Basilio and Filomena (Monti) Gemma. She was the fourth of six children predeceased by her brothers Peter, Basil and Greg Gemma, as well as her sister RoseMarie Martin.
A graduate of St Xavier’s school...
Marie (Corrado) Garofano
Mar 1, 2025
born on October 24, 1934, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A cherished figure in her family and community, Marie's quiet strength and unwavering love will be profoundly missed.
Marie dedicated many years of her life to the University of Rhode Island, College of Business, where she worked in clerical support...
Rosealba Pagano
Mar 1, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rosealba Pagano, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and pillar of strength, who left this world peacefully on March 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a bright light that shone brilliantly, touching the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Rosealba was born on September 26,...
Frank Mancini
Feb 27, 2025
a lifelong resident of Cranston, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, at the home of his daughter, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 4, 1923, Frank lived an incredible life marked by both hard work and devotion to his family.
A talented tool maker, Frank, alongside his brother, Fred, owned Gold Craft Manufacturing, where they made...
Khamchanh Chantharangsy
Feb 27, 2025
Khamchanh Chantharangsy, 84 of Cranston passed away peacefully on Thursday February 27, 2025. Born in Xiangkhoung Province, Laos he was the youngest child of the late Chantha and Chanthy (Thoummavong) Mounphosay. He was the husband of the late Oudone (Sithane) Chantharangsy(2007) who was the love of his life that he married in August 1966.
He was a veteran in his home...
David C. DePetrillo
Feb 26, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother David C. DePetrillo. A beloved husband, brother, uncle, and esteemed leader in Rhode Island's tourism and hospitality industries, David passed away on February 26th at the age of 78.
The devoted son of the late Frank and Fatima (Ciuccio) DePetrillo, David is survived by his devoted wife,...
Belange Jacques Joseph Almonacy
Feb 24, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Belange Jacques Joseph Almonacy, who departed this life on February 24, 2025, at the age of 90. A man of great strength, resilience, and unwavering devotion to his family, he leaves behind a legacy of love, sacrifice, and hard work.
Born on April 17, 1934, to Emmanuel Almonacy and Bienaimise...
Francine M. Mauricio
Feb 24, 2025
Francine M. Mauricio, 77, of Smithfield passed away on Monday February 24, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Frank and Ethel (DeCotis) D’Andrea.
Fran was a long-time employee of the Providence School Department. She enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren and planning her next shopping trip. In her...
Joseph A. Merolla
Feb 23, 2025
72, of Cranston passed away Sunday February 23, 2025. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Americo W. and Carmella (Santosuosso) Merolla.
Joseph was a computer programmer for Medi-Tech for many years before retiring.
He was the dear brother of Linda Agin of Cranston and loving uncle of Stephanie L. Santin and her husband Stefano and loving great-uncle of...
Marybeth Murphy Cannon
Feb 22, 2025
76, Retired Professor of Education at Rhode Island College’s Feinstein School of Human Development and Education, died on February 22nd, 2025 after a long battle with Lewy body disease, surrounded by her loving family.
Marybeth was a resident of Narragansett, RI. She is survived by her husband, Vincent T. Cannon, Esq., with whom she shared “the best job ever”: raising their...
Steven J. O'Neil
Feb 22, 2025
72, of North Kingstown, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Tamara S. O’Neil. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late John J. Sr. and Elaine G. (Testa) O’Neil.
Steven was Chief Financial Officer / CPA at Uncas International. He received his BS in Accounting from...
Marguerite T. ( Petrone) Gambuto
Feb 22, 2025
88, of Cranston, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Kent Hospital, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of Robert Gambuto for nearly 60 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Trainor) Petrone.
Marguerite began her professional journey as an elementary school teacher for a few years, where her passion for education shone...
Stephen J. LaFazia
Feb 21, 2025
Stephen J. LaFazia resided in Murphy, North Carolina. He passed away on February 21, 2025 in Ocala, Florida. Steve was born in Providence, RI and was the son of the late Joseph and Jane (Hinterland) LaFazia. Steve was 74 years of age at the time of his passing.
Steve proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. he was...
Donald R. Gallo
Feb 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald R. Gallo, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, cousin, and friend. He passed away at the age of 91 surrounded by his loving family.
Donald was born in Providence to the late Angelo and Laura Gallo (Belisle) and was the brother of the late Jean Ballirano and...
Lucia "Lucy" Manni
Feb 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness and profound love that the family of Lucia “Lucy” (Chirico) Manni, 98, of East Greenwich, Rhode Island, announces her passing, surrounded by those she cherished most on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was the devoted and loving wife of the late Adolph “Pete” Manni for over 60 years until his passing in 2007. Born in...
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