Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Leonora “Lee” Paola
Oct 21, 2024
Leonora “Lee” (D’Emilio) Paola, 100 of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday October 21, 2024, with her family by her side. Born in Providence she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna (DeSimone) D’Emilio. She was the beloved wife of the late Raphael Paola, Jr., they were married for 57 years prior to his passing in 2006.
She is...
Anthony J. Lossini, Sr.
Oct 20, 2024
Anthony J. Lossini Sr. 69, of Johnston passed away Sunday October 20, 2024 at Miriam Hospital.
Born in Providence he was the son of the late Nunzio A. and Rose M. (Carvoski) Lossini. Anthony was the owner & operator of Tony & Son Towing and also was a mechanic for many years. He was the devoted father of Anthony J. Lossini,...
Kathleen M. (Ferrante) Parrillo
Oct 20, 2024
Kathleen M. (Ferrante) Parrillo 71, passed away peacefully Tuesday October 20, 2024 at Cedar Crest Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Justin Parrillo. Born in Johnston, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Elizabeth Ferrante. She grew up in Johnston and resided in North Scituate for the past 24 years.
Kathleen was...
Calvin C. Smith
Oct 19, 2024
Calvin C. Smith 89, of Cranston passed away on Saturday October 19, 2024 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Joyce (Vaznian) Smith. Born in North Smithfiled he was the son of the late Martin and Gertrude (Oswald) Smith.
Calvin graduated from Burriville High School and joined the US Navy as a Radar Specialist. He was a self-employed salesman...
George Irving Sahagian
Oct 17, 2024
89, of Wakefield, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at South County Hospital. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Irving and Teresa (Campisano) Sahagian.
George worked as an electrical and aeronautical engineer before deciding to get his Master’s Degree from Harvard Business School. George went on to have a successful...
Andrea T. Fullen
Oct 16, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrea Fullen, aged 25, on October 16, 2024. Andrea was a vibrant spirit who embraced life with boundless energy and a contagious smile. She had an unyielding passion for adventure, exploring new places, and making lasting memories with friends and family.
Born on September 13, 1999, in Providence, RI, Andrea...
Munir A. Rihani
Oct 16, 2024
77, of Cranston and Lincoln, RI, passed away quietly and unexpectedly on October 16, 2024. Born on December 25, 1946 in Ramallah, Jordan, he was the son of the late Reverend Ayoub Elia Rihani and Mufideh Nimri. He graduated at the top of his class from Alexandria University, Egypt, with a degree in Civil Engineering and worked as a Chief...
Richard H. Cady
Oct 15, 2024
82, of Coventry, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Kent Hospital, Warwick. He was the beloved husband of the late Jean Marie (Antonelli) Cady. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Ernest and Mary (Phillips) Cady. Mr. Cady was a machine operator for Rogers Corporation for many years before retiring.
He is survived by his loving...
Michael A. Croce
Oct 15, 2024
beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 24, 1943, in Providence, Rhode Island, and lived a life dedicated to service, education, and family.
Michael's career began as a math teacher for the Central Falls and Warwick school departments, where he inspired countless students. He then...
Leda (Schipis) Palazzo
Oct 14, 2024
Leda (Schipis) Palazzo passed on to eternal rest having reached her 98th birthday with her loving family by her side on Monday October 14, 2024.
She was the beloved wife of the late Henry C. Palazzo, they married in Italy in 1946.
Born in Montecatini Terme, Italy she was the daughter of the late Ernesto and Guglielma (Bonelli) Schipis.
They resided in Cranston...
Francis J. "Frank" McKenna, Jr.
Oct 14, 2024
88, of Cranston, RI, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Anna (Guglielmi) McKenna for 62 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Francis J. and Rose (Kenney) McKenna.
Frank was a graduate of LaSalle Academy, Providence College, and Rhode Island College. He served as...
Lillian G. Sylvia
Oct 12, 2024
Lillian G. Sylvia, 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 12, 2024, at West Shore Health Center in Warwick RI with her family by her side. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Albano and Maria (Felix) Soares. She was the beloved wife of the late George Sylvia.
Lillian spent many years working in the jewelry industry, starting...
Silvana Barone
Oct 8, 2024
Silvana passed away with cancer on October 8, 2024 at home surrounded by her beloved brothers after a very long battle.
Silvana was born in Argentina and came to Rhode Island in October 1980 with her family. She finished her studies here and worked for People's Bank and MetLife insurance for over 20 years.
She was the daughter of the late Pietro...
Angelina A. (Rosetti) Casali
Oct 7, 2024
94, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2024 at Cedar Crest Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre, Cranston. She was the beloved wife of Albert A. Casali, Sr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Antonetta (Cardullo) Rosetti.
Angelina worked as a hair stylist and cosmetologist for many years. She also worked for the State...
Catherine Veronica (Florio) Raposa
Oct 6, 2024
82, of South Kingstown passed away on October 6, 2024 at her home.
Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Nicholas and Catherine (Carty) Florio.
Catherine worked as an esthetician before retiring. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
She leaves her children, Jeff Raposa and his wife Bianca of Los Angeles, CA and Beth Raposa of Charleston,...
Setrak "Rosdom" Jawharjian
Oct 5, 2024
88, of Cranston, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at RI Hospital in Providence. He was the beloved husband for 63 years of Nuver (Aharonian) Jawharjian. Born in Aleppo, Syria, he was the son of the late Hovannes and Mariam (Kalandarian) Jevahirjian.
Setrak immigrated to the United States in 1970 with his family, with...
Stefano F. Assante Jr.
Oct 4, 2024
81, of Johnston, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, October 4, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Santa Marie (Stoppello) Assante for 61 beautiful years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Stefano and Filomena (DelGuidace) Assante Sr.
Stefano served as the Owner and Operator of Steve’s Auto, where he showcased his exceptional skills...
Dennis L. McDonnell
Oct 4, 2024
a lifelong advocate for quality produce in the wholesale distribution industry, passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 30, 1933, in Providence, Rhode Island, Dennis dedicated his life to a career that spanned decades, retiring from Community Fruitland, after previously working at Michael Brothers and Tourtellot & Co.
Dennis's...
Anna Maria (Covelli) Bruzzese
Oct 4, 2024
91, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 4, 2024 surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore Bruzzese, whom she was married to for 60 years. Born in Castelnuovo Parano, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Francesco and Arminda (Macera) Covelli. Mrs. Bruzzese was always one to make new...
Joan Lola Cirillo (Allen)
Oct 3, 2024
of North Scituate passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2024 at Overlook Nursing Home. Joan was born in Providence to the late William and Etta (Brinkman-Smith) Allen. She was the sister of Tamara Griffis, Paula ‘Audrey’ Tata, Walter Smith, William Allen, John Allen, George Allen, Charles Allen, and Mary (Allen) Sayles. Joan resided in North Scituate for 28 years, living...
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