Local obituaries for Cranston and Narragansett, RI
Jamey J. Scheer, Jr.
Aug 25, 2024
32, of Cranston passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Born in Providence, he was a son of Shawn M. (Narcovich) Scheer and the late Jamey J. Scheer, Sr.
Jamey had a contagious laugh and a beautiful smile. He loved spending time with his family and friends, was a huge football fan and enjoyed playing fortnite. Most recently he worked...
Gail J. Russillo
Aug 24, 2024
72, of North Providence, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family by her side on Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Libero “Lee” and Ann (Viola) Tantimonico.
Gail attended Rhode Island College and was a teacher’s assistant with the Providence School System for more than 20 years, and later worked at Citizens...
Dolores G. DiOrio
Aug 24, 2024
Dolores G. DiOrio, aged 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Cranston, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday August 24, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph DiOrio for over 50 years.
Born in Providence was the daughter of the late Anthony and Josphine (Procaccanti) Petrucci. .
Dolores a devout catholic, had a fulfilling career, working at...
Deborah "Debbie" A. Schiavitti
Aug 23, 2024
68, of Johnston, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, after a long illness. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Angela (De Angelis) Schiavitti. Debbie is survived by her loving siblings, Theresa Buonanno (the late Anthony) of North Kingstown, Diane Mangicapra (the late Raymond) of Johnston, Thomas Schiavitti (Linda) of Johnston, and...
Kevin Flynn
Aug 22, 2024
Kevin M. Flynn, 65, of North Providence, passed away on August 22, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late James M. and Ann P. (Hogg) Flynn.
Kevin was the devoted father of Kevin M. Flynn Jr., Jonathan J. Flynn, and Kayla R. Tinker, and a loving father-in-law to Emma Flynn and Tyler Tinker. He was a proud...
Anna H. (Petrangelo) Ferreira
Aug 21, 2024
98, of Rehoboth, MA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond A. Ferreira. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Adelina (Angiolili) Petrangelo.
Anna worked as an assembler for General Electric for many years before retiring. She loved baseball and was an avid fan of the...

Thomas E. "Ted" Douglas
Aug 20, 2024
83, of Jensen Beach, FL, formerly of Mahopac, NY passed away on August 20, 2024 at his summer residence in Narragansett, RI surrounded by his loving family. For 62 years he was the beloved husband of Judith (D’Alessandro) Douglas.
Born in Yonkers, NY he was a son of the late John B. and Margaret (Metz) Douglas.
Ted attended Iona University and worked...
Lucretia (Vinacco) Bailey
Aug 20, 2024
81, of Cranston, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at RI Hospital, Providence. She was the beloved wife of Robert Bailey for 55 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Lucrezia (DiMauro) Vinacco. Mrs. Bailey worked for many years as a supervisor for Swarovski Jewelry during which she was proud of. Following her...
John E. Mazza
Aug 19, 2024
69, of Johnston passed away Monday August 19, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital in North Providence. He was the loving partner of Doreen Zanni for many years. Born in Providence he was the beloved son of Mary (Mulick) Mazza of Cranston. John was a purchasing agent for Todd Enterprisers for many years before retiring and was a graduate...
Beatrice Kendrjian
Aug 18, 2024
Beatrice (Hamamjian) Kendrjian, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born in Cairo, Egypt on May 31, 1935 to parents Vram and Zartar (Boyajian) Hamamjian. From Cairo, her family moved to Armenia in 1946 and came to the United States in 1976 settling in Cranston, RI where she lived for almost 50 years.
Beatrice was a...
Stephen A. Nardella
2024
Stephen A. Nardella, 75, of Cranston passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday August 18, 2024. Born in Providence he was the son of the late August and Elizabeth (Querin) Nardella. He was the devoted husband of Brenda (Richardson) Nardella for 42 years.
Stephen was a proud veteran serving his country in the US Army...
Elizabeth "Lisa" D. Green
Aug 17, 2024
43, of Warwick passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2024. Elizabeth was a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. Throughout her lifetime she was an avid PTA mom, craft extraordinaire, and a pop music lover. She enjoyed spending summers camping with her family as well as time at the beach. However, holidays were her favorite time of the year and...
Frances I. Santos
Aug 17, 2024
97, of Harris Ave., Cranston, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Orchard View Manor in East Providence. She was the beloved wife of the late Manuel N. Santos. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Lorenzo and Francesca (DelBusso) Natale.
Frances was a bookkeeper for the former Alman Products Jewelry in Johnston for many years before...
Claire H. (Chevalier) Pietryski
Aug 17, 2024
86, of Smithfield, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in St. Elizabeth Nursing Home in East Greenwich. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Elphege and Florida (Desorcy) Chevalier.
Claire was the devoted mother of Susan White of MA, Daniel Pietryski and his wife Lisa of North Scituate, Donna Pagliaro of West Warwick and the late Richard...
Mary-Jo Vacca
Aug 17, 2024
73, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late George R. Vacca. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Henry E. Barth Sr. and Catherine “Kay” (Tatalo) Barth.
Mary-Jo was a graduate of U.R.I. and worked as an English Teacher for the Warwick School Department for over 30...
Joseph W. Migneault
Aug 16, 2024
Joseph W. Migneault, 88, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024. Natalie (DiPonte), his high school sweetheart and dear wife of 67 years, was by his side, and he was surrounded by his loving family. Born in North Providence, he was the son of Joseph W., Sr and Clementine (Thomasset) Migneault.
In addition to his wife, he leaves his daughter Marianne...
Rodney M. Brusini
Aug 16, 2024
85, of Warren passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024. He was the husband of Ashlee (Pattie) Brusini.
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Marcel and Ida (Leone) Brusini.
Besides his wife, he leaves three sons, Jeffrey Brusini, Stephen M. Brusini and Nicholas Brusini; and two granddaughters, Sarah and Sophie Brusini. He was the brother of the late...
Maria DeJesus Estrada
Aug 16, 2024
96, of Providence, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Antonio Recinos.
Born in Guatemala City, Guatemala, she was a daughter of the late Gavino and Barbara (Monterroso) Estrada.
She leaves her children, Maria Elena, Elsa Marina, Alfredo, Sonia Nineth, Marinita, Carlos and Hope; and thirty-two grandchildren....
Anthony J Squizzero, Sr.
Aug 15, 2024
87, of Johnston passed away peacefully on Thursday August 15 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
He was beloved husband of Virginia A (Pezza) Squizzero for 61 years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Antonio and Frances Squizzero.
Anthony earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from URI and an MBA from Bryant University. Anthony retired from...
Aldo Scottodisantolo
Aug 15, 2024
Husband. Father. Brother. Uncle. Friend. Aldo Scottodisantolo, 78, a beloved family man of Cranston, RI and Monte di Procida, Italy, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 15, 2024. August 15 is also a noteworthy date as it's the celebration feast of La Madonna Assunta in his Italian hometown, a remarkable, blessed event each year.
And Aldo was a remarkable, hard-working man...
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