Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Manuel F. Sousa
Feb 20, 2025
84, of Cranston, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late AnnMarie (Paolino) Sousa. Born in São Miguel, Portugal, he was the son of the late Aries and Maria (Macedo) Sousa.
As a successful engineer, he owned and operated Artic Tool & Engineering Co., where his dedication to excellence and innovation...
Franklin Delano Bouchard
Feb 20, 2025
was born in Boston, MA on January 30, 1946. He was 79 years old when he passed on February 20, 2025, at the Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, surrounded by his loving family.
Frank lived in Cranston RI for most of his life with his wife Marie. They were married for 58 years on February 4th ", 2025, and met at...
MaryAnn (Kapas) Lemlin
Feb 20, 2025
78, of Cranston, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice, Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Lemlin. Born in Putnam, CT, she was the daughter of the late Engus and Josephine (Zabka) Kapas. MaryAnn enjoyed spending time with her best friend Ann, whether it was going out for lunch and dinner or...
Maria A. Guilmette
Feb 19, 2025
65, of Johnston, RI, passed away on February 19, 2025, with her family by her side, leaving an irreplaceable void in our hearts.
She was the devoted daughter of William H. Guilmette, Jr. and the late Donna Guilmette, as well as the late Lillian G. Wade.
She leaves behind her loving sisters and brothers: Deborah Ziadeh (Emile), Kathy Guilmette-Cipriano (Victor), Tammy Meloni...
Virginia Aguilar
Feb 18, 2025
We announce the passing of Virginia Aguilar, who left this world on February 18, 2025, surrounded by love. She was the wife of the late Mario Figueroa. Born in Guatemala, Virginia was the daughter of the late Brigido and Victoria Castañeda. A dedicated registered nurse, she cared for her patients with compassion and respect.
She was a woman of wisdom, sharing...
Khamphong Phongsavanh
Feb 17, 2025
Khamphong Phongsavanh, 78 of Woonsocket, passed away on Monday February 17, 2025. Born in Ban Thinphia, Hatxayfong, in Laos.
She was a homemaker in her own home for many years.
She is survived by her children Souphansa Khounborinh, Bounthavy Phongsavanh and Michael Phongsavanh. She was the grandmother of Tessa Khounborinh, Lana Khounborinh, Thor Phongsavanh, Zor Phongsavanh, and Por Phongsavanh. She was the...
Margaret E. (Ryan) Rysk
Feb 17, 2025
94, of Narragansett, RI, died peacefully in her sleep on Monday February 17, 2025. She was the loving wife of Peter Paul Rysk for over 70 years.
Margaret (Peg) was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret (Hesketh) Ryan. She is predeceased by her older brothers Thomas & Joseph Ryan. Margaret attended Cranston schools and graduated from St. Xavier’s Academy....
Maria (Conte) DiPaola
Feb 16, 2025
85, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at the Briarcliffe Gardens in Johnston. She was the beloved wife of the late Vito A. DiPaola. Born in Cerreto Sannita, Italy, she was the daughter of the late John and Filomena (Fappiano) Conte.
Maria loved to garden, cook, and preserve all she harvested. Maria and her husband taught many...
Lori A. Medeiros
Feb 16, 2025
Lori Ann Medeiros, 69, of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Providence, raised in Riverside, she was the beloved wife of Jack Medeiros and daughter of the late Frederick and Julia (Studley) Balkcom.
Lori first and foremost was a loving, dedicated mother and grandmother to her three children and two grandchildren....
Michael S. Kelly
Feb 16, 2025
42, of Cranston passed away on Sunday, February 16th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Providence, RI. Husband to Natasha (Calcagni ) Kelly and father of Sofia Rae & Mila Jo Kelly. He was the son of Shawn & Cheryl (Grimes) Kelly of Warwick RI. The son in-law of Mirella (Mancini) Calcagni (Iyad Chahine) and the late Giuseppe...
Cynthia J. Bearse
Feb 15, 2025
77, of Coventry, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, February 15, 2025. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Lorraine (Weighfield) Bearse.
She is survived by her loving children, Nicole Grenier of Coventry, Michael Grenier and his wife Lacey of Coventry, and granddaughter Penelope Grenier. She was the sister of the late Virginia Bearse.
Cynthia...
Carol A. Haumann
Feb 15, 2025
Carol A. Haumann, 86, of Cranston passed away on Saturday February 15, 2025, at Cedar Crest Nursing Home. Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Pauline (Bekier) Zolnierz. She was the wife of the late Richard Haumann.
Carol loved to spend time with her family,and loved gardening, playing cards, and shopping from catalogs. She adored her...
Giovanna "Jenny" (Mancini) Cioffi
Feb 15, 2025
97, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 15, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Roberto Cioffi. Born in Caserta, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Bartolomeo and Pasqualina (DeCevita) Mancini.
Jenny worked in the jewelry industry for many years before retiring; and was an active member at...
Maria I. (Vacca) Angelino
Feb 15, 2025
63, of Foster, passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 15, 2025. She was the beloved wife of John Angelino Sr for 42 years. Born in Forio D'Ischia, Italy, she was the daughter of Giuseppina (Coppa) Vacca and the late Joseph M. Vacca. Maria is also survived by her loving children, John Angelino Jr....
Francis A. Scalise
Feb 14, 2025
a beloved teacher and accomplished musician, passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on September 17, 1947, in Providence, Rhode Island, Francis dedicated over thirty years of his life to educating young minds at Nathan Bishop Middle School, where he also served as the Head of the English Department. His passion for teaching left a...
Sheila (Sherer) Olivelli
Feb 14, 2025
83, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, February 14, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Angelo J. Olivelli.
Born in Brooklyn, NY she was a daughter of the late Monroe and Lillian (Ellsworth) Sherer.
Mrs. Olivelli worked for Miss Baker in the Calart Building and later for Mel & Me before retiring.
She was active in...
Carol J. Cabana
Feb 14, 2025
Carol J. Cabana, 87 of Cranston, went to meet her valentine Kenny on Friday February 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late William and Clara (Quattrucci) Spaziano. She was the wife of the late Kenneth Cabana.
Carol’s love for socializing and helping others was reflected in her career and volunteer choices....
Salvatore Calore, Jr.
Feb 14, 2025
94, a resident of Bellingham, MA for sixty years passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025.
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Salvatore, Sr. and Rose (Bianco) Calore.
A proud US Army Veteran, he served during the Korean Conflict.
He received his bachelor’s degree from Providence College and an MBA from Bryant College in his 60’s.
Mr. Calore worked as...
Maria (Labbadia) Venditti
Feb 14, 2025
of Cranston St., Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Cedar Crest Nursing Center in Cranston. She was the beloved wife of the late Elia Venditti. Born in Lenola (LT), Italy, the daughter of the late Benedetto and Maria (Lauretti) Labbadia, she came to the U.S in 1970.
Maria was a housekeeper at...
Salvatore J. D'Agostino, Jr.
Feb 13, 2025
Salvatore J. D’Agostino, Jr., 83, of Canal Winchester, Ohio passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Salvatore J. and Theresa (Amalfitano) D’Agostino, Sr. He was the devoted life partner of John Todd for 62 years.
Sal received his Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Northeastern University before going on...
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