OBITUARIES


Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI


Anthony "Tony" G. Izzo

Anthony "Tony" G. Izzo

Jul 15, 2026

Anthony “Tony” G. Izzo of Scituate passed away on July 15, 2026, with his family by his side. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Ralph C. and Gloria (Iannelli) Izzo. He was the devoted husband of Dina (Izzi) Izzo.



Tony was a graduate of Johnston High School and received his college degree from Northeastern University and Roger...

MaryAnn (Iacono) Brady

MaryAnn (Iacono) Brady

Jul 15, 2026

84, formerly of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at the HopeHealth Hospice Center in Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis W. Brady Jr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Veronica (Montecalvo) Iacono.

She is survived by her loving son Scott Brady and his wife Colleen of Warwick;...

Lucia M. (Ferreira) Simão

Lucia M. (Ferreira) Simão

Jul 15, 2026

72, of Johnston, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Roger Williams Medical Center in Providence. She was the beloved wife of Antonio Simão for 50 years. Born in Prados, Portugal, Lucia was the devoted daughter of the late Manuel and Amelia (Carvalho) Rei.

A loving homemaker, Lucia found great joy in cooking and baking for her family, cherishing...

Antonio B. Cardi

Antonio B. Cardi

Jul 14, 2026

89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Home. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Americo and Jeanette (Perrino) Cardi and the beloved husband of the late Els (Verwaaijen) Cardi.

Above all else, Tony was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His life's greatest purpose was providing for his...

Michael H. Gates, Ret CPD

Michael H. Gates, Ret CPD

Jul 14, 2026

Michael H. Gates, Det. Sgt. (Ret.) Cranston Police, 64 of Cranston, passed away on July 14, 2026, with his family by his side. He received a devastating diagnosis of ALS just over two years ago. Michael battled his disease with all the qualities that defined him as an person. He battled hand in hand with his family filled with extraordinary...

Barbara E. (Boitano) Rouse

Barbara E. (Boitano) Rouse

Jul 13, 2026

born on February 5, 1937, in Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at her home in Charlestown, Rhode Island on July 13, 2026. She was 89 years old.

Barbara’s life was marked by dedication—to her family, to her faith, and to the service of others. A proud graduate of St. Xavier High School and the Community College of Rhode Island, she...

Stephen A. Loiacono

Stephen A. Loiacono

Jul 12, 2026

64, of Tampa, FL, formerly of Cranston, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Michelle (McCloskey) Loiacono. Born in Boston, MA he was the son of Vita (Sullivan) Loiacono and the late Joseph Loiacono.

Besides his wife Michelle and mother Vita, he is survived by his three loving sons, Deryk Loiacono and his wife Tiffany...

Mary Ann (Luca) Amadio

Mary Ann (Luca) Amadio

Jul 12, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Amadio surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

She was the beloved wife of George B. Amadio. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Mary (Puleo) Luca.

Besides her husband, she is survived by her loving children: John Amadio and his wife...

Lawrence M. Celani

Lawrence M. Celani

Jul 12, 2026

76, of Scituate Vista Ave., Cranston, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Karen (Lomastro) Celani. Born in Providence, he was the devoted son of the late Peter and Lillian (Turner) Celani.

Lawrence worked in communications in the radio industry for many years before retiring.

He was the loving father of Mary E. Wentzell...

David Mulholland

David Mulholland

Jul 8, 2026

69, of Middletown, formerly a longtime resident of the Knightsville area of Cranston, RI, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Royal Health Forest Farm Nursing Home. Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Edward and Virginia (Mosca) Mulholland. He was the brother of the late Edward and Alan Mulholland.

David is survived by his longtime...

Annette (Klanian) Topakian

Annette (Klanian) Topakian

Jul 7, 2026

of 75 Minnesota Ave., Warwick, passed away peacefully with family on July 7, 2026 at the HopeHealth Hospice in Providence.

Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Sarkis and Santoukd (Begian) Klanian; wife of the late Theodore Topakian for 59 years; mother of Gregory C. Topakian of Westboro, MA (wife Christine Hmura), Diane M. Topakian of Conestoga, PA...

Arlene Marie (Giannini) Nolan

Arlene Marie (Giannini) Nolan

Jul 7, 2026

79, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026. She was the wife of the late Robert Nolan.

Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Evelyn (Giarusso) Giannini.

Arlene graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School. She worked for the State of RI, Department of Children & Families.

She enjoyed cooking and was an animal lover.

Arlene leaves her...

Julia A. (Redinger) Jacavone

Julia A. (Redinger) Jacavone

Jul 7, 2026

92, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Carlo J. Jacavone for 73 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Charles F. and Althea (Dunbar) Redinger.

Julia possessed a remarkable green thumb and took great joy in tending her garden...

Dimitri Peter Emmanouel Vourvachakis

Dimitri Peter Emmanouel Vourvachakis

Jul 6, 2026

Dimitri Peter Emmanouel Vourvachakis, 26 of West Warwick passed away unexpectedly on Monday July 6, 2026. He was the beloved son of George and Ann (Lekos) Vourvachakis, and the younger twin brother of Anastasia.

Besides his parents and his sister, he is survived by his maternal grandmother Eugenia Lekos, his uncle Dr. Andrew Lekos and his daughters Alexia and Leticia; his...

Joan (Lapati) Ladefian

Joan (Lapati) Ladefian

Jul 4, 2026

Joan (Lapati) Ladefian, of Warwick, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Brentwood Nursing Home. She lived a long, full, and beautiful life, one defined by unwavering devotion to her family, enduring friendships, quiet generosity, and countless cherished memories. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of the late Anthony...

Jacque S. Suy

Jacque S. Suy

Jul 4, 2026

77, of Providence, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, July 4, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Sarun Au.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving children: Sarith Suy and his wife Chrep, Sara Suy, Elizabeth Suy and her partner Ron, and the late Sary Suy; cherished grandchildren Chanda, Tyron and his...

Kathleen A. (Dolan) Clarkin "Kathi"

Kathleen A. (Dolan) Clarkin "Kathi"

Jul 4, 2026

61, of Cranston, RI, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at West Shore Health Center in Warwick. She was the beloved wife for 39 years of Dennis P. Clarkin. Born in Providence, she was the loving daughter of Marilyn (Potter) Dolan of Cranston and the late James G. Dolan.

Kathi was a graduate of Cranston East, Rhode Island College and...

Francis L. DelSesto

Francis L. DelSesto

Jul 2, 2026

78, of Hillcrest Drive, Cranston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with family by his side. He was the husband of the late Elena A. (DiLustro) DelSesto. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Anna (Paolino) DelSesto.

Before his retirement, Mr. DelSesto was the Credit Manager for Horizon Beverage Group. He served faithfully as...

Joseph Ruggieri, Jr.

Joseph Ruggieri, Jr.

Jul 2, 2026

97, of Cranston and Warwick, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary (Henriques) Ruggieri. Born in Cranston, he was the son of the late Joseph Ruggieri Sr. and Rosina (Capirchio) Ruggieri.

Joseph was a metalsmith at Quonset Point and a draftsman for Electric Boat for many years before retiring. He also...

Diana M. (Pagano) Burr

Diana M. (Pagano) Burr

Jul 2, 2026

73, of Johnston, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Briarcliffe Manor, Johnston. She was the beloved wife of Gregory Burr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Ettore and Dolores (Izzo) Pagano. A dedicated educator, Diana taught art in the Johnston School Department for 32 years. Her passion for the arts and commitment to her...

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