OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI


Varujan "John" Ayvazyan

Varujan "John" Ayvazyan

Mar 31, 2025

72, of Cranston passed away peacefully at home on March 31, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He was the devoted husband of Candace (Bozigian) for 42 years. Born on May 7, 1952, in Istanbul, Turkey, he was the son of the late Agop and Hermine (Oztursucuyan) Ayvazyan.

Varujan’s introduction to the jewelry business came at a young age...

Virginia (Bianco) Rand

Virginia (Bianco) Rand

Mar 31, 2025

Virginia Rand, 94, of Cranston, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 surrounded by her family at Roberts Health Care Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Howard (Wayne)Rand. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Amado and Angelina (Pannone) Bianco and lived on Union Ave in the Silver Lake section of Providence for 73...

Peter P. Almagno, Jr.

Peter P. Almagno, Jr.

Mar 30, 2025

71, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025.

Peter was the beloved son of the late Peter Paul Almagno, Sr., and the late Evelyn (D’Errico) Almagno. Peter grew up in the Silver Lake section of Providence, where he attended St. Batholomew’s school and went on to graduate from LaSalle Academy. He was a rural postal carrier for the United...

Robert P. Autieri

Robert P. Autieri

Mar 30, 2025

Robert P. Autieri 75, of Cranston, passed away Sunday March 30, 2025 at Morgan Health & Rehab after battling MS for 35 years with his family at his side.

He was the beloved husband of Debby (Lisi) Autieri for the past 53 years.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Vincenza (Baldino) Autieri. He was the beloved father...

Ronald A. DeFelice

Ronald A. DeFelice

Mar 30, 2025

65, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Brenda Lee (Keller) DeFelice. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Arthur D. and Ann M. (Scungio) DeFelice. Ronald was a letter carrier for the US Postal Service for many years before retiring. He also enjoyed...

Anthony Pasco Mallane, III

Anthony Pasco Mallane, III

Mar 30, 2025

Anthony Pasco Mallane III, devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend passed away on Sunday March 30th surrounded by his loving family in his home at the age of 83. Born on October 16, 1941, in Providence RI, he was the son of the late Anthony and Margaret (Falco) Mallane.

Anthony spent his working years at Metalized Ceramics...

Aguasanta "Julita" Gomez

Aguasanta "Julita" Gomez

Mar 29, 2025

57, of Providence passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025.She was a caring and loving mom, grandma, wife and sister. She was loved by so many in her community in the in the US as well as in her hometown of Monte Plata, DR. She lightened every room she entered with her smile and laughter. She was always a person...

Beverly A. Bertrand

Beverly A. Bertrand

Mar 29, 2025

Beverly A. Bertrand, 81 of Warwick, passed away peacefully March 29, 2025. Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Dorothy (Palermo) DiPippo. She was the wife of the late Ernest S. Bertrand.

Beverly was a homemaker for many years, caring for her two sons while they were in school. Prior to that she was a hairdresser,...

Terry L. (Kerr) Zoglio

Terry L. (Kerr) Zoglio

Mar 29, 2025

a remarkable woman whose life was filled with achievements and devotion to her family, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at the age of 74, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Nashville, TN, on October 3, 1950, Terry lived a life that exemplified strength, creativity, and dedication.

Her career began at the New England Telephone Company, where she made...

Vincent T. Izzo, Jr.

Vincent T. Izzo, Jr.

Mar 28, 2025

Vincent T. Izzo Jr, 65, of Cranston, passed away on Friday March 28, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Karen M. (Hodge) Izzo for 43 wonderful years.

Born in Providence, Vincent was the son of the late Vincent T. Izzo and Bernadette (Leduc) Izzo. He was a graduate of LaSalle Academy and Providence College.

Vincent worked for the Rhode Island State...

Claire "Nana" (Papineau) Moretti

Claire "Nana" (Papineau) Moretti

Mar 28, 2025

born on March 6, 1925, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, at the age of 100. Known affectionately as "Nana" to all who knew and loved her, Claire was a vibrant matriarch whose warm spirit and unwavering support for her family left a lasting impact on all those fortunate enough to be part of her...

Raymond A. "Ray" Cribari

Raymond A. "Ray" Cribari

Mar 27, 2025

79 of Cranston passed away peacefully on Thursday March 27, 2025.

Born in Providence, Ray was the son of Sylvia Stizza and her husband Pio Stizza and Raymond Cribari and his wife Florence Cribari.

Ray is survived by his devoted wife Kathleen (Patalano) Cribari, his son Raymond Cribari and his wife Sherri Turner, daughter Michele Cribari, and granddaughter Stephanie Cribari. As well...

James F. DeBlasio

James F. DeBlasio

Mar 26, 2025

James F. DeBlasio, 84 of Coventry, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday March 26, 2025. Born in Providence he was the son of the late Frank and Eva (Cunha) DeBlasio. He was the beloved husband of the late Paulette (Phillips) DeBlasio, whom he missed dearly.

Jim proudly served his country during the Vietnam Era, in the United States Army....

Ralph J. Kudzma

Ralph J. Kudzma

Mar 26, 2025

90, of North Scituate, RI passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the Crystal Lake Rehabilitation Center in Pascoag, RI. Born in Providence, RI he was the son of the late John and Josephine (Lantini) Kudzma.

Ralph was a custom woodworker and wood finisher for many years. He was also a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps serving during...

Ann T. (Paliotta) Ferranti

Ann T. (Paliotta) Ferranti

Mar 26, 2025

78, of Providence, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at RI Hospital, Providence. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Theresa (DeMelo) Paliotta. Ann was an administrative assistant at RI College for many years before retiring. Ann dedicated her life to being an incredible mother and would have done anything for her family, especially...

Rose (Companatico) DiGennaro

Rose (Companatico) DiGennaro

Mar 26, 2025

100, of Warwick, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Greenwood Center, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of the late Antonio DiGennaro. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Domenico and Emilia (Fusco) Companatico. She was the owner/operator of the former Golden Crown Beauty Salon for many years.

Rose is survived by her loving sons,...

Richard J. Orabone

Richard J. Orabone

Mar 25, 2025

Richard J. Orabone 84, of Cranston, passed away Tuesday March 25, 2025 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne C.(Murphy) Orabone. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Henry and Carmella (Cava) Orabone. Richard worked in Human Resources at the VA Hospital Providence until retirement and was in the RI Air...

Concetta (Mancini) Marino

Concetta (Mancini) Marino

Mar 25, 2025

93, of Cranston, passed away at Miriam Hospital on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Mario Marino. Born in Itri, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Alberico and Maria (Civita) Mancini. Concetta's journey began in her home country before she bravely immigrated to America, where she established a fulfilling life for herself...

Ann G. (Giarrusso) Piccoli

Ann G. (Giarrusso) Piccoli

Mar 25, 2025

88, of North Kingstown, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Palmino and Anna (D’Amico) Giarrusso. Ann worked as a switchboard operator for Blue Cross Blue Shield RI for many years. She then went on to work in the school lunch program at Coventry High School before...

Edward J. Jimmis, Jr.

Edward J. Jimmis, Jr.

Mar 24, 2025

81, of Cranston, passed away Monday March 24, 2025 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Carol (Simoneau) Jimmis. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Edward J. and Lucille (Amitriano) Jimmis, Sr. Edward worked at Electric Boat as a pipe fitter for many years before retiring and was a US Army Vietnam Veteran. Besides...

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