Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Stephen A. DeSantis
Aug 29, 2025
Stephen Angelo DeSantis, 65, of Garrettsville Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 29, 2025. Originally from Cranston, RI, he was the son of the late Stephen S. DeSantis and Joan A. (Fattore) DeSantis.
Stephen received his Bachelor's degree from Parsons School of Design (NY) and continued with his Master's degree from Columbia College (IL). In Kent, Ohio, Stephen...
William C. DiPanni
Aug 29, 2025
83, of Narragansett passed away peacefully at his home on August 29, 2025.
Born in Providence, he was a son of the Christopher and Anna (Pinto) DiPanni.
Mr. Di Panni was the owner of PAMCO Jewelry Company and several businesses before retiring.
He leaves his two sons, Richard N. DiPanni and William P. DiPanni both of Cranston; two great-grandchildren, Kade Nicholas Wilson and...
Neil D. Abate
Aug 28, 2025
Neil D. Abate, born on October 9, 1946, in Providence, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, in Johnston, surrounded by his loving family. As the owner and operator of Abate & Ursillo Plating company and later Noble Industries, Neil spent his entire career in the plating and jewelry industry. His career was marked not only by his business ventures...
Paul E. Smith, III
Aug 27, 2025
a devoted family man, passed away suddenly on August 27, 2025, at the age of 49. Born on March 20, 1976, in Providence, Rhode Island, Paul filled the lives of those around him with joy, love, and laughter.
For 23 years, Paul was married to his beloved wife, Sandra M. (Richardson) Smith, and together they shared a deep bond that spanned...
Robert J. Mello
Aug 26, 2025
Robert J. Mello, 79, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Joseph and Elvira (Falco) Mello. He was the beloved husband of Beverly A. ( Carnevale) Mello they have been married for 58 years . He also leaves his wonderful daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Peter Marino of Cranston. He leaves...
Joseph F. Rendine
Aug 23, 2025
79, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home along side his family on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary (DiMaio) Rendine.
Joseph, in partnership with his father, successfully owned and operated Rendine Movers. He was also the proud owner of May's Antiques. Joseph took great joy in discovering unique items...
Rosemary Bishop
Aug 22, 2025
beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at her home on August 22, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on June 11, 1949, in Providence, RI, Rosemary grew up in Pawtucket before establishing her home in Merrimack, NH, where she lived for 30 years prior to relocating to Cranston in 2012.
Throughout her career, Rosemary dedicated herself...
Anna J. (Voccio) DeOrsey
Aug 21, 2025
96 of East Greenwich, formerly of Cranston, passed away on Thursday August 21. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Fortunata (Velleco) Voccio.
She was the devoted mother of Wilfred L. DeOrsey Jr. and his wife Coleen Murphy-DeOrsey and Robert G. DeOrsey and his wife Jan DeOrsey and Denise A. (DeOrsey) Dennen and her husband Michael...
Rocco Doti, Jr.
Aug 21, 2025
91, of Johnston, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Cedar Crest Nursing Center, Cranston. He was the beloved husband of Marguerite (Fregeau) Doti for 42 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Rocco Doti, Sr., and Maria (D’Iorio) Doti. He was a machinist in the jewelry industry for...
Judge Frank Caprio
Aug 20, 2025
Judge Frank Caprio of Providence and Narragansett, a beloved humanitarian and global internet sensation, passed away on August 20th, surrounded by his devoted wife Joyce, family, and close friends.
Judge Caprio leaves behind his loving wife of 62 years, Joyce (Tibaldi) Caprio, and five children: Frank T., David, Marissa (Caprio) Pesce, John, and Paul. He is also survived by seven grandchildren—Ashley...
Joann P. Kaloustian
Aug 18, 2025
Joann P. Kaloustian, born on July 18, 1946, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. For several years, she worked for University Otolaryngology as an Office Manager and Surgical Coordinator, where her dedication and organizational skills were highly valued.
Joann was deeply rooted in her Italian heritage, which greatly influenced her family...
Denise R. (DiPaolo) Merrill
Aug 18, 2025
73, of North Kingstown, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025 at Greenwood Center, Warwick. She was the beloved wife of Edward J. Merrill. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Anna (Andreozzi) DiPaolo.
Denise worked as a teacher for East Greenwich Public Schools for nearly 30 years. She also spent a year teaching in North...
Lynda M. (Baker) Smith
Aug 17, 2025
77, of North Kingstown, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the Bayview Rehabilitation in North Kingstown. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Violet E. (Bokelund) Baker. She was the wife of the late Frank Smith.
Lynda was the loving mother of Frank Smith and his wife Alison, and the late Adam Smith;...
Joseph M Manfredi
Aug 17, 2025
59, of Woonsocket Health & Rehab Centre, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025, after a long illness. Born in Providence, he was a 1984 graduate of Our Lady of Providence, High School. He was a U.S. Marine Corp veteran and served in South Korea and Libya, stationed aboard the USS Guadalcanal.
He is survived by his father Mario Manfredi,...
Armand R. Lancia
Aug 17, 2025
77, of Warwick, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at RI Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Gayle M. (Allen) Lancia. Born in Providence, he was the son of Barbara G. (Tolman) Lancia and the late Armand M. Lancia.
Armand was a US Army Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He was a Purple Heart recipient and also earned...
Leon T. Nahigian
Aug 16, 2025
98, passed away peacefully Saturday August 16, 2025. He was born in Providence Rhode Island on September 6, 1926, to the late Anna (Dadekian) and Thomas Nahigian and is predeceased by his brothers Kourken and Harry Nahigian. He graduated from Central High School in 1944 and then from RI State College (now University of Rhode Island) in 1948 with a...
Joan D. Margadonna
Aug 15, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joan D. Margadonna, aged 87, who departed this life on August 15, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Joan was the daughter of Ester and Basilico Picerno and the wife of the late J. Robert Margadonna of 60 years.
Joan had many friends and acquaintances and...
Anna G. Ruggieri
Aug 14, 2025
89, of Cranston passed away on Thursday August 14, 2025 at Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island.
Born in Cranston, she was the daughter of the late Augusto and Ida (Soscia) Ruggieri. Anna was a Bookkeeper for BF Goodrich, Merchants Tire, and Malcolm Grear Designers. She belonged to several societies: Regina Coeli, St. Mary’s Feast Society, Italian Cultural, Knightsville Seniors...
Marcella "Marcy” A. Torchia
Aug 14, 2025
Marcella "Marcy" A. Torchia, born on January 13, 1959, in Providence, Rhode Island, left this world on August 14, 2025, in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Marcy was a beacon of love and compassion, deeply cherished by all who knew her.
A proud graduate with a Registered Nursing degree from St. Joseph's Hospital, Marcy took great pride in the care she provided...
Richard A. Muserlian
Aug 14, 2025
We are sad to announce that on August 14, 2025, at the age of 82, Richard A. Muserlian Sr. of Johnston, RI passed away peacefully at home after fighting metastatic prostate cancer.
Richard was born January 19, 1943 to Bright and Archie Muserlian in Woonsocket, RI.
After high school, Richard was drafted into the Army and worked as a medical technician at...
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