Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Marie E. Violo
Jul 9, 2025
Marie E. Violo, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was born on November 4, 1929, in Providence, to the late Raffaele and Irene (Gemma) DiDomenico. She departed this life peacefully on July 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a legacy infused with love, kindness, and unwavering faith. She was the devoted wife of 62 years to the...
Jennie (Aramini) Ruscito
Jul 9, 2025
95, of Cranston passed away peacefully at her home on July 9, 2025. She was the wife of the late Vincent Ruscito.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Liberina (Fiatta) Aramini.
Mrs. Ruscito worked for Colibri Jewelry for many years before retiring.
Jennie enjoyed going to Twin River Casino. She loved spending time with her granddaughter, family...
Shirley Ann (Silvestri) Pirie
Jul 8, 2025
A Life of Grace, Devotion, and Unwavering Love.
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Shirley (Silvestri) Pirie, born November 23, 1942, devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, gramma and friend went home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of her cherished family. Shirley’s life was a radiant...
Edward D. "Ed" DiPrete
Jul 8, 2025
Jul 8, 1934 - Jul 8, 2025
Former Rhode Island Governor Edward Daniel DiPrete, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and patriarch of the DiPrete family, died peacefully on July 8th at his home in Cranston, after celebrating his 91st birthday with family.
A lifelong Rhode Islander, Ed was born on Cranston Street, in the Knightsville neighborhood of Cranston, on July 8, 1934,...
Fausto Napolitano, Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Fausto Napolitano, Jr., born on January 16, 1933, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, after a brief illness at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who made a lasting impact on those fortunate to know him.
As a self-taught baker and chef, Fausto dedicated...
Carolyn Ann (Marchand) DelFino
Jul 8, 2025
Carolyn Ann (Marchand) DelFino 78, devoted wife, mother, and nana passed away Tuesday July 8, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Irene (Girouard) Marchand.
Carolyn is survived by her loving, adoring husband Ronald DelFino and children, Gina (DelFino) Tocco and Jonathan DelFino, and her grandsons Matthew and Ryan...
Marilyn Follett Smith
Jul 7, 2025
92, a resident of Saunderstown for 45 years, died peacefully on July 7, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late George Townsend Smith, Capt. USN, Ret. Born on November 16, 1932 in Brockton, MA, she was the daughter of the late George D. Follett and Marian (Keene) Follett.
Marilyn grew up in New London, CT and graduated from Williams...
Kathleen M. (Reidy) Manzi
Jul 7, 2025
82, of Cranston passed away on July 7, 2025. Kathy was the devoted wife of John Manzi Sr. and the cherished mother of John Manzi Jr. and his partner Edward Travers of Bristol, and Michele (Manzi) Kiley and her husband Dan of Cranston. She was the proud and loving Nana of Emma and Ava Kiley as well as Nicholas Manzi.
Kathy...
Lena Rose (Spicuzza) Rocchio
Jul 6, 2025
98, of Johnston, RI, went to be with our Heavenly Lord on July 6, 2025 at Phillip Hulitar Inpatient Center of Providence RI surrounded by her loving daughters. She was the beloved wife of the late Pasquale Rocchio for 66 years. Born in Providence, Lena was the daughter of the late Agostino and Rose (Catanzaro) Spicuzza.
Lena began her working career...
Rita E. (Slater) Wilkins
Jul 6, 2025
93, of Smithfield, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at West View Nursing Home, West Warwick. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Charles Slater and Amelia (Walaska) Meglio.
Rita was a packer for Imperial Knife for many years before retiring. A beloved snowbird, Rita cherished her winters spent in Florida. She enjoyed spending time with her...
Elaine C. (DiFazio) Masi
Jul 5, 2025
80, of Greenville, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at RI Hospital. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Clara (Macchione) DiFazio.
Elaine worked as a bookkeeper most of her life. She was a fantastic cook and always looked forward to Sunday dinners with her family. As the matriarch she felt it was her life’s...
Jane Ann (Gorman) Ledoux
Jul 5, 2025
78, of Warwick, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Jane was the devoted wife of the late Roy E. Ledoux and the cherished mother of John Ledoux and Joe Ledoux and his wife Heather Ledoux. She took immense pride in her role as a grandmother to Sofia, Lucas, and Libby, with whom she shared...
Giovanna V. Paliotta
Jun 30, 2025
Giovanna V. Paliotta, of Johnston, a beloved matriarch and a steadfast pillar of her family, departed this life peacefully on June 30, 2025, in Providence, Rhode Island, at the age of 95, surrounded by loved ones. Born on February 4, 1930, in Esperia, Frosinone, Italy, to Antonio and Maria ( Perrotta) Varone, Giovanna's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with...
Dorothy Schiano
Jun 30, 2025
92, of Johnston passed away Monday June 30, 2025 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Josephine (Giglio) Schiano.
Dorothy worked for the former Arden Jewelry Manufacturing Company for many years before retiring.
She was the dear sister of Mario Schiano and the late Elena D’Angelos,...
Lyudmila Romanova
Jun 30, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and immense love that we announce the passing of our beloved mom Lyudmila Romanova of Cranston, 86 who left us peacefully at her son's home surrounded by loving family on Monday, June 30th 2025 leaving behind a legacy of strength, grace, and boundless love.
Born in Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine, she emigrated to the United States in 1993,...
Michael A. McKnight
Jun 29, 2025
64, of Cranston passed away Sunday June 29, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Doreen (Mancuso) McKnight for the past 35 years.
Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Michael McKnight and Helen (Calabro) Marasco.
Michael was a maintenance man for Housing Opportunities Corporation for many years before retiring.
Besides his wife...
Margaret C. (Mazzeo) Dumond
Jun 26, 2025
75, of Cumberland, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 26, 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished so deeply. She was the beloved wife and lifelong partner of George E. Dumond.
Born in Providence, Margaret was the daughter of the late Edmund and Yolanda (Corsetti) Mazzeo. From a young age, Margaret’s life was defined by love, strength, and selflessness....
Charlotte "Sue" Gignilliat Hazard
Jun 26, 2025
of Saunderstown, RI and Boston, MA, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 1, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, Sue's vibrant spirit and zest for life touched everyone she knew.
Sue’s childhood was spent by the shores of Lake Maxinkuckee in Northern Indiana, where she...
Anne Marie Cioffi
Jun 26, 2025
72, of Cranston, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 26, 2025. She was the beloved wife of William Connolly for 23 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Roberto and Giovanna “Jenny” (Mancini) Cioffi.
Anne Marie worked as an office manager for many years before retiring. She was an avid and talented poker player, where...
Anne C. (Porter) Angilly
Jun 22, 2025
82, of Warwick, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at the West Shore Health Center in Warwick. She was the beloved wife of the late Nicola A. Ferrucci and Frederick E. Angilly Jr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late William J. Porter Sr. and Frances S. (Burr) Porter.
She is survived by her devoted, loving daughters,...
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